Cacao

The magic ingredient in chocolate that makes you feel good. Cacao has been used therapeutically for thousands of years in shamanic healing ceremonies where the raw paste is drunk during sharing circles, breath work and celebratory dance.⁠ Packed full of theobromine, it is a must-have plant for our dark, rich Social Elixir.

Latin name: Theobroma cacao

Function: Elevates mood, stimulates the mind and protects the body and brain with multiple antioxidants

Flavour: Full-bodied, bitter and dark

Lion's Mane

This chilled out mushroom contains powerful compounds that promote cognitive function and mood.

Latin name: Hericium erinaceus

Nicknamed the ‘pom pom blanc’, lion’s mane mushroom is a magical wonder of mother nature⁣ with layers of soft cascading spines. It contains powerful compounds that promote cognitive function and mood. A rare delicacy with the flavour of creamy milk chocolate, lion’s mane brings the weird into the Social Elixir.

Function: Improves mood, energy levels and mental health

Flavour: Umami, creamy and chocolate

Actives: Hericenones, erinacines, β-glucans

Damiana

Ancient Mexican aphrodisiac

Latin Name: Turnera diffusa

Why we love it: This sexy herb has used for centuries in love potions and health tonics.

Function: Some say it can leave you feeling pretty goddamn frisky… you tell us

Flavour: Zingy floral notes

Green Tea

Zen-out with the Asian wonder food

Latin name: Camellia sinensis

Why we love it: Used for centuries in ceremonies, rituals and remedies. Super high in the calming amino acid L-Theanine, it’s found alongside caffeine in Livener for a clean, calm boost and flying solo in Social Elixir where we’ve selected extracts with only trace levels.

Function: Both energising and calming for the body, improves focus, boosts brain function and relaxes the mind. 

Flavour: Grassy, umami, brothy, marine

Actives: L-Theanine

Why we love it: The aromatic seeds of this white-flowered plant gives Social Elixir some of it’s curious savoury flavours.

Function: Digestion aid. 

Flavour: Aromatic, earthy and peppery.

Actives: Carvone

Vitamin and mineral-packed super-syrup

Latin name: Saccharum officinarum

Why we love it: Molasses gives Social Elixir its rich flavour, body, texture and some natural sweetness.

Function: Provides multiple nutrients to fortify the body.

Flavour: Sweet, rich and spicy.

Agave Nectar

Succulent plant nectar

Latin name: Agave americana

Why we love it: Agave gives Social Elixir its energy, texture and rich substance.

Function: Supercharges energy levels

Flavour: Clean, honeyed and mild

Passionflower

Supremely relaxing flower used across the world

Latin name: Passiflora incarnata

Why we love it: It’s easy to be passionate about this plant - exotic purple flowers, honey-flavoured leaves, rich in active compounds and a tonne of medicinal benefits. Passion Flower is said to settle stomach and promote a deep, restful sleep, so no wonder it’s been used in health tonics for centuries all around the world including Social Elixir!⁠

Function: Reduces stress and relaxes the body and mind.

Flavour: Floral, pungent and medicinal.

Actives: Apigenin, Chrysin, Vitexin