Harney & Sons Fine Teas

The Nootropics Collection

Brain-boosting teas & botanicals — from ancient adaptogens to modern functional blends

Blended Rating Customer + Health
GABA Oolong
$25.00
Caffeine Cognitive GABA
Ingredients: Taiwanese oolong processed in nitrogen to convert glutamic acid into GABA (≥150mg/100g)
Nootropic Benefits
Increased alpha brain waves (relaxation index), reduced blood pressure, stress relief, improved sleep quality. A 28-day human study showed significant improvements across 8 quality-of-life dimensions including euphoria, concentration, and reduced muscle tension.
Mechanism → GABA neurotransmitter (inhibitory) + L-theanine/caffeine synergy. Nitrogen processing increases GABA 10–20x vs. regular oolong.
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Indigo Punch
from $9.45
Caffeine-Free Cognitive
Ingredients: Butterfly pea flower, rose hips, apple, lemongrass, lemon peel, raspberry, honey flavor
Nootropic Benefits
Cognitive clarity, reduced brain fog, neuroprotection via anthocyanins. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant. Traditional Ayurvedic memory enhancer. Potential blood sugar modulation. Skin & hair health bonus.
Mechanism → Ternatin anthocyanins reduce neuroinflammation, protect neurons from oxidative damage, modulate acetylcholine in hippocampus.
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Butterfly Pea Flower
$19.99
Caffeine-Free Cognitive
Ingredients: 100% butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea)
Nootropic Benefits
Pure-form nootropic — traditional memory booster used in Ayurveda for centuries. Maximum concentration of ternatins, delphinidin, and quercetin. Eye health support, anxiolytic, mood elevation.
Mechanism → Anthocyanin-mediated neuroprotection, acetylcholine modulation, proanthocyanidins enhance ocular blood flow. pH-reactive color change (blue → purple with citrus).
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Organic Green with Citrus & Ginkgo
from $9.00
Caffeine Cognitive
Ingredients: Organic green tea, organic lemongrass, organic ginkgo biloba, organic citrus oil, natural citrus flavor
Nootropic Benefits
Cerebral blood flow enhancement (ginkgo), memory & focus support, EGCG antioxidant protection, L-theanine + caffeine synergy for calm alertness. One of their first "functional" teas.
Mechanism → Ginkgo biloba vasodilation increases oxygen delivery to brain. Green tea catechins (EGCG) + L-theanine provide neuroprotection with smooth stimulation.
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Chaga Ashwagandha
from $29.99
Caffeine-Free Adaptogen Hemp
Ingredients: Hemp flowers & leaves, coconut, chaga mushroom, ashwagandha root, chamomile, lemon balm, spearmint, lavender
Nootropic Benefits
Dual-adaptogen powerhouse. Chaga delivers rich antioxidants & immune boost. Ashwagandha regulates cortisol & HPA axis for stress resilience. Chamomile + lemon balm + lavender provide anxiolytic layering.
Mechanism → Beta-glucans (chaga) activate immune cells. Withanolides (ashwagandha) modulate cortisol. Apigenin (chamomile) binds GABA-A receptors. Rosmarinic acid (lemon balm) inhibits GABA transaminase.
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Chaga Mushroom
from $49.99
Caffeine-Free Adaptogen
Ingredients: 100% ground wild-grown Canadian chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus)
Nootropic Benefits
Highest antioxidant density in the collection. Adaptogenic stress resilience — calms central nervous system, mitigates cortisol response. Immune modulation. Prepared matcha-style (whisk into hot water).
Mechanism → Beta-glucans, betulinic acid, melanin, superoxide dismutase (SOD). One of the highest ORAC-value substances in nature.
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Organic Chaga Chai
$33.00
Caffeine-Free Adaptogen Anti-Inflam
Ingredients: Organic chaga powder, organic ginger, organic cinnamon, organic cardamom, organic nutmeg
Nootropic Benefits
Chaga immune support + thermogenic warming spices. Ginger & cinnamon provide anti-inflammatory action. Blood sugar regulation (cinnamon). Latte-friendly — pairs well with oat milk & honey.
Mechanism → Adaptogenic (chaga beta-glucans) + gingerol/shogaol anti-inflammatory + cinnamaldehyde insulin sensitization.
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Organic Ginger Turmeric
from $9.00
Caffeine-Free Anti-Inflam
Ingredients: Organic ginger, organic turmeric
Nootropic Benefits
Anti-inflammatory foundation layer. Curcumin crosses blood-brain barrier for neuroprotection. Digestive support. Antioxidant. Best paired with black pepper (piperine) to boost curcumin bioavailability by ~2000%.
Mechanism → Curcumin inhibits NF-κB inflammatory pathway + gingerol COX-2 inhibition. Both compounds show neuroprotective activity in preclinical models.
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Organic Golden Milk — Glimmer Wellness Blend
from $24.00
Caffeine-Free Anti-Inflam Adaptogen
Ingredients: Turmeric, adaptogens, warming spices blend
Nootropic Benefits
Anti-inflammatory, immune support, joint health, neuroprotection via curcumin. Adaptogenic spice synergy. Designed for daily ritual — latte format with milk/alt-milk.
Mechanism → Curcuminoid pathway + piperine bioavailability enhancement + adaptogenic spice compounds.
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Organic Turmeric
$21.00
Caffeine-Free Anti-Inflam
Ingredients: 100% organic turmeric powder
Nootropic Benefits
Pure-form anti-inflammatory & antioxidant. Maximum curcuminoid concentration. Versatile — add to any tea, smoothie, or golden milk preparation. Neuroprotective at brain-relevant doses.
Mechanism → Curcumin directly inhibits amyloid aggregation, reduces neuroinflammatory cytokines, and modulates BDNF expression.
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Organic Lemon Balm Chamomile
$19.99
Caffeine-Free GABAergic
Ingredients: Lemon balm, chamomile, nutmeg, spearmint, lavender, ashwagandha
Nootropic Benefits
Anxiolytic & sleep support. Lemon balm has demonstrated memory and attention improvements in clinical studies. Chamomile apigenin binds GABA-A receptors. Ashwagandha adds cortisol regulation. Great for all ages.
Mechanism → Rosmarinic acid (lemon balm) inhibits GABA transaminase, increasing GABA availability. Apigenin (chamomile) acts as benzodiazepine-site partial agonist.
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Turmeric Ginger — Calm
from $10.00
Caffeine-Free 9mg CBD Anti-Inflam
Ingredients: Turmeric, ginger + 9mg CBD per sachet (The Hemp Division)
Nootropic Benefits
CBD interacts with the endocannabinoid system to regulate sleep, mood, appetite, and memory. Anti-inflammatory curcumin + gingerol stack. Designed for relaxation & stress relief.
Mechanism → CBD modulates CB1/CB2 endocannabinoid receptors + serotonin 5-HT1A. Curcumin + gingerol provide dual anti-inflammatory pathway inhibition.
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GO Mushroom Tinctures
from $30.00
Caffeine-Free Adaptogen Cognitive
Varieties: Cordyceps (energy) · Lion's Mane (neurogenesis) · Reishi (immune/calm) · Turkey Tail (immune)
Nootropic Benefits
Liquid tincture format for maximum bioavailability. Lion's Mane stimulates Nerve Growth Factor (NGF) for neurogenesis — new neural pathway formation. Cordyceps boosts ATP & oxygen utilization. Reishi modulates immune response & promotes calm.
Mechanism → Hericenones & erinacines (Lion's Mane) stimulate NGF synthesis. Cordycepin enhances mitochondrial ATP. Triterpenes (Reishi) modulate cytokines. Beta-glucans activate innate immunity.
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Frequency Stack
Recommended pairing for cognitive + anti-inflammatory synergy

☀️ Morning — Activate

GABA Oolong or Organic Green w/ Citrus & Ginkgo — caffeine + L-theanine for calm alertness. GABA Oolong's alpha wave activation (8–12 Hz) aligns with meditative focus states.

🌿 Afternoon — Sustain

Indigo Punch — caffeine-free cognitive support. Butterfly pea flower anthocyanins sustain neuroprotection without stimulation. Color-changing pH response makes ritual more engaging.

🌙 Evening — Restore

Chaga Ashwagandha or Lemon Balm Chamomile — adaptogenic wind-down. Cortisol regulation + GABAergic calming. Pairs well with breathwork sessions for parasympathetic activation.

⚡ Wildcard — Lion's Mane Tincture

Add to any tea. GO Mushroom Tincture (Lion's Mane) is the only item in this collection that stimulates actual neurogenesis via NGF — new neural pathway formation. Stack with photobiomodulation targeting cytochrome c oxidase for a mitochondrial + neuroplasticity combo.