Catnip belongs to the mint family and is enjoyed by both humans and felines alike.
Traditional Historical Uses
European herbalists historically prepared catnip teas as part of calming herbal traditions.
May Support*
Relaxation
Calm moods
Healthy sleep routines
General wellness
Preparation Ideas
Tea
Tincture
Herbal blends
Flavor Profile
Minty, grassy, and mildly earthy.
Interesting Herbal Trivia
Only around two in three cats respond to catnip — the sensitivity is inherited — and big cats like lions and leopards can be just as smitten.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Catnip taste like?
Catnip carries a minty, grassy flavor with a mildly earthy finish — a reminder that it belongs to the mint family. It is softer and greener than peppermint, making for a gentle, easygoing cup.
How is Catnip traditionally prepared?
Catnip is most commonly steeped as a simple herbal tea, a practice with deep roots in European folk tradition. It is also prepared as a tincture or folded into multi-herb evening blends.
Can Catnip be blended with other herbs?
Yes — catnip is a classic companion in relaxing-style herbal tea blends. It is traditionally combined with Skullcap, Valerian Root, and Vervain in time-honored evening tea traditions.
Pairs Well With
Skullcap — a fellow mint-family herb long featured in traditional evening blends
Valerian Root — an earthy root classically paired with catnip in folk tea traditions
Vervain — shares catnip's place in old European herbal tea customs
Chamomile — its sweet floral notes soften catnip's grassy mintiness
Explore Related Herbs
Peony Root — a traditional root from East Asian herbal practice
Peppermint Leaf — a bolder mint cousin with a crisp, cooling flavor
Psyllium Husk — a mild botanical with a long history in traditional preparations
Rosemary — an aromatic kitchen herb also enjoyed as a savory infusion
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
