VOLTA MARKET
eco-friendly gifts & essentials
Herbs , Teas, Spices
We have a growing selection of teas, herbs, and spices which are sold by the ounce. All of our plants are certified organic or sustainably wildharvested and many are certified fair trade.
GREEN TEAS
Green Sencha 5.50
Young tea leaves from the mountain tops of Japan are hand-picked in early Spring and steamed to produce this lovely, vibrant green tea. Green tea is well known for its antioxidant properties and its wonderful cleansing effects on the body.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
Genmaicha 3.25
A classic Japanese blend of whole fresh Green Sencha leaves and roasted brown rice. This almost sweet, toasty flavored tea is perfect in the afternoon or early evening.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Jasmine Green 4.25
Freshly picked green tea leaves are semi-fermented in delicious smelling fresh jasmine flowers to bring you a tea that is flavorful and wonderfully aromatic. Perfect for any time of day.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Jasmine Pearls 7.50
Made from long green and silver tea leaves that are hand rolled into tight pearls and infused with fresh Jasmine blossoms. Wonderfully fragrant and intoxicating, Jasmine Pearls will not disappoint.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
Gunpowder Green 2.25
A hearty, strong green tea that is rolled into small pellets. Fresh, full bodied and a little bit bitter, Gunpowder green tastes great with a touch of mint or honey.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Himalayan Green 3.75
A traditional green hailing from a famous garden in Darjeeling; fresh, floral, and melow. Easy to drink and refreshing.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Kukicha Twig 3.50
Unique, full bodied, and sweet, kukicha tea is harvested from carefully aged twigs and stems of the tea plant. Mild, soothing, and low in caffeine means it's suitable for children and those who can't handle the typical buzz of green tea.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic
+mild caffeine
Matcha 10.00
Bright green, finely ground young green tea leaves have a mild, delicious flavor.
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
Blueberry Green 4.50
Get your antioxidant on with this yummy green sencha blended with hibiscus, blueberries and natural blueberry flavor, stevia, and calendula petals. Refreshing, smooth, and jammy with a bright finish.
Steep time: 2.5-3 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Ancient Forests 4.00
An alluring tea from the Yunan province of China, Ancient Forests tea is harvested from protected ancient growth tea plants which range in age from 500-2700 years old. This partially fermented, bold and dark tea will appeal to both black and green tea lovers.
Steep time: 2-3 minutes
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
Past Present Future Blend 4.00
A house blend made with our Ancient Forests tea, organic nettles, peppermint, and lavender flowers. Calming and restorative, PPF Blend is a tasty way to boost the immune system. Enjoy as a late morning or early afternon pick-me-up.
Steep time: 2-3 minutes
+ certified organic
+ contains caffeine
TISANES (HERBAL BLENDS)
Chamomile 2.50
Renowned for its soothing and relaxing properties, this organic chamomile is a high quality classic. Great for children and adults, Chamomile is used to sooth the mind and belly and is great before bedtime or anytime.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic
+ caffeine free
Secret Garden 3.75
This house blend is perfect for bedtime or quiet time and is suited to children and adults alike. This magical blend of organic herbs calms the mind and belly and soothes the spirit. Secret Garden is a blend of chamomile, calendula, catnip, red clover blossoms, spearmint, skullcap, thyme, oatstraw, lemon peel, and stevia.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Belly Blessing 2.50
A stimulating blend of ginger, peppermint, and fennel seed, Belly Blessing is a delicious digestive best drank 10-15 minutes before or after eating.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
CCF Joyful Belly 2.25
A classic Ayurvedic blend, "CCF," stands for coriander, cumin, fennel, and stokes that digestive fire to stimulate metabolism and is great for detoxifying the body.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Singer's Blend 3.50
A house blended tissane that soothes the throat and calms the nerves so you can belt out your finest notes with confidence. Contains organic licorice root, calendula flowers, and lavender flowers.
Steep time: 5 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Sabrina's Blend 3.50
Named for one of our first bulk tea customers, Sabrina's blend is a bright, floral tissane with citrus and herbal notes. A beautiful pink color makes this tea a delight to look at and drink any time of day. Contains organic hibiscus, lemon peel, and calendula.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Root of the Lung 3.50
Breathe deep with this respiratory health blend. Root of the Lung is a blend of roots, spices, and herbs that open the lungs and settle the spirit: cinnamon, fennel seed, orange peel, ginger root, elecampagne, echinacea root, marshmallow root, blue vervain, tulsi, and white oak bark.
Steep time: 10 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Good Health Blend 2.50
Great for daily health, Good Health is herbal, fruity, and delicious. House blended with echinacea leaf, lemon balm, olive leaf, lemon peel, elderberry, goldenseal, and ginger root.
Steep time: 5-7 minutes
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
Pregnancy Tea 3.00
Our house blended pregnancy tissane contains organic red raspberry leaf, lemon verbena, spearmint, and rosehips. Red Raspberry leaf: a popular uterine tonic that when taken as a tea helps to relieve morning sickness, reduces the risk of miscarriage, and promotes healthy delivery. Lemon Verbena Leaf: a mild carminative and sedative, great for settling the stomach and calming the nerves. Spearmint: milder and smoother tasting than other mints, spearmint is just as effective for nausea and morning sickness. Rosehips: just a touch of rosehips in this blend for a bit of vitamin C and overall immune support
+ certified organic ingredients
+caffeine free
Milk Tea 2.50
Our house mother's milk lactation blend is made with herbs that stimulate milk production. Milk Tea is: fennel seed, blessed thistle, fenugreek, peppermint, anise seed, lavender flowers, and rosehips. Blend can be made without anise seed upon request.
+ certified organic ingredients
+ caffeine free
BLACK TEAS
Assam 2.50
From the Assam region of India, this classic black tea is dark and malty, and great for a first cup of the day.
Steep time: 2-3 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Darjeeling 3.50
A true, unblended Darjeeling from the southern slopes of the Himalayas in Northern India, these long tea leaves are rich and full bodied with a distinct, grounding flavor.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+contains caffeine
Ceylon 3.50
Smooth, crisp black tea from Sri Lanka from partially fermented young tea leaves.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
Earl Grey 3.25
One of our favorites, this classic Earl Grey is fermented black tea with a smidge of bergamot essential oil. Dark, smooth, and perfect for anytime of day.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ contains caffeine
House Earl Grey 4.50
Our favorite Earl Grey blended with organic lavender flowers and organic vanilla beans. Smooth and delicious with a touch of sweetness, this tea is good on its own or with a touch of honey and milk.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ contains caffeine
Black Lavender 4.00
Organic, calming lavender flowers and Assam tea create a full-bodied, floral blend that tastes great with a touch of honey.
Steep time: 2-3 minutes
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ contains caffeine
OOLONG
Organic Oolong 2.50
Full bodied, smooth, and super healthy, Oolong tea is perfect for tea drinkers who prefer a less bitter finish.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic
+contains caffeine
WHITE TEAS
White Peony White Tea 4.00
Also known as Bai Mu Dan, a classic white tea made from sundried baby tea leaves hailing from China's Fujian Province. This delicate, mild, and mellow tea from Octavia is like a fresh spring day. White tea is renowned for its ability to reduce stress and promote mental clarity.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+ certified organic
+ contains caffeine (mild)
Mango Sorbet 4.00
An Octavia Tea blend that is sweet and fruity. White tea is known for its detoxifying, mood lifting properties and is skillfully blended with dried Mango pieces and natural Mango flavor.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+ certified organic
+contains caffeine (mild)
White Pomegranate 4.00
Sweet and tart and chock full of antioxidants, this is a super healthy tea that delivers in taste. Another delicious blend from Octavia Tea: white tea, rosehips, hibiscus, schisandra berries, safflower, natural pomegranante flavor, and pure essential oils of orange and mango.
Steep time: 1-3 minutes
+ certified organic
+ contains caffeine (mild)
ROOIBOS
Red Rooibos 1.50
Naturally sweet and delicate, Red Rooibos tea is from the highest mountaintops of South Africa. With a warm scent and a deep red color, red rooibos is a great not caffeinated way to get a solid dose of antioxidants and nutrients in your cuppa.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ caffeine free
Green Rooibos 1.50
This hearty, herbal, unfermented Rooibos is a perfect option for those who find red rooibos a bit too sweet. For the super health conscious among us, Green Rooibos is high in trace minerals, nutrients, and anti-oxidants.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ caffeine free
YERBA MATE
Yerba Mate 2.50
Known for it's incredible amount of active compounds (even more than green tea!), Yerba Mate is the ultimate healing beverage. It is traditionally used for mental and physical fatigue and is typically shared with friends and family. Our Yerba Mate is shade grown and hails from Brazil.
Steep time: 3-4 minutes
+certified organic and fair trade
+ contains caffeine
Mint Chocolate Mate 3.25
Blended by Mountain Rose Herbs, this tea is dessert in a cup: fresh and minty upfront with an herbal, cocoa finish. Mint Chocolate Mate contains yerba mate, peppermint leaf, cocoa nibs, carob, vanilla beans, and cocoa powder.
+ certified organic and fair trade
+ contains caffeine
HERBS - roots
Roasted Chicory (c/s & powder) 1.50
Dandelion Root (c/s) 2.75
Ginger (c/s) 2.00
Kava Kava (powder) 3.50
Maca (powder) 2.00
Marshmallow (c/s) 2.50
HERBS - leaf
Blessed Thistle 1.50
Blue Vervain 2.00
Lemon Balm 2.25
Lemon Verbena 3.25
Nettles 1.50
Peppermint 1.50
Red Raspberry 1.50
Spearmint 2.75
Tulsi 2.00
HERBS - berries
Cranberry (powder) 10.50
Elderberry (whole) 2.50
Lycii Berries (whole) 3.25
Schisandra (powder) 2.75
HERBS - flowers
Calendula 3.25
Chamomile 2.50
Hibiscus 2.50
Lavender 4.00
Roses (whole buds) 4.50
Rosehips 1.75
HERBS - mushrooms
Chaga (c/s) 5.00
Reishi (slices) 3.25
SPICES & SEEDS
Allspice 2.00
Anise Seed 1.75
Anise Star 2.25
Cardamom (pods) 3.75
Cardamom (hulled) 4.25
Cinnamon (powder) 2.50
Cinnamon (sticks) 2.75
Cloves (whole) 3.00
Cocoa (nibs - roasted) 2.50
Cocoa (powder - roasted) 2.75
Coriander 1.25
Cumin 1.75
Fennel 1.25
Fenugreek 1.00
Mustard (whole, yellow) 1.00
Nutmeg (whole) 4.50
Vanilla Beans 10.50