Those small specs are herbal teas. And each wrapping is hand tied!
You know I love all things India, so when I heard about Dosha Pops— handmade lollipops with ingredients that support a healthier lifestyle based on your Ayurvedic dosha–I wanted to know more. And lollipops made of herbal tea? Intriguing. So a big YES! when the NYC-based company asked if I wanted to try them.
If you want to try them, too, I’m giving away two six-packs to lucky commenters on this blog post.
But read on to see if it’s your cup of tea. So to speak.
Who doesn’t like a sweet, delectable treat with amazing, unique flavors that pop on your taste buds? I’ve never tasted anything like these. And they’re even better because they are developed with the idea that candy shouldn’t have to be a guilty pleasure but could actually be a celebration of a balanced lifestyle. And oh-by-the-way: it’s National Lollipop Day.
It’s almost sacrilege to post about candy in our diet-conscious world. But. Let’s face it: few of us live completely sugar-free. Many of us live in denial, even though we sometimes crave something sweet. A lollipop is not the first thing to come to mind. But to my surprise, I found these to be satisfying as a bigger dessert. And they last longer. So maybe denial can remain a river in Egypt.
They’re artisanal, too. What a rarity! Here’s what they say:
Every single thing we make is measured, cooked, poured, wrapped, and packaged by a real person, using the best ingredients we can find.
They’re made with non-GMO pure cane sugar, essences of essential oils, spices, organic fruits and vegetables, and most importantly, herbal teas. The small specs you notice in the pops above are actually bits of real herbal tea. No artificial colors/dyes, refined sugars, flavors, preservatives, glutens or animal by-products.
Now, I’m not going to debate sugar with you–some say cane sugar is better for you and others say it’s as bad as regular sugar. Pick your side. And who knows if ANY candy can be considered “healthy”. But I can say that Dosha Popsare the most satisfying treat I’ve ever had. No desire to binge on more. I think that’s because the taste of each pop is so unique. There’s an upfront rush of flavor that calms down to a satisfying, constant, deliciousness. No desire for anything else, really. Just that one sweet indulgence that is only about 70 calories and has about 7 grams of sugar. (More detailed nutritional info will be out this summer, this is a brand new product line.)
Love me some chai! By the way, it’s National Lollipop Day.
If you’re familiar with Deepak Chopra you’ve’ probably heard of Ayurvedic doshas used in Indian medicine.
In Ayurveda, we each have a unique mix of three mind and body principles (doshas), which govern our mental and physical characteristics. These cute little lollipops purport to support specific doshas. Herbal teas–a major component of an Ayurvedic lifestyle–are the pillar ingredient. The Dosha Pops herbal tea recipes blend the flavors of different botanicals with what they say are “the most highly regarded Ayurveda spices — such as turmeric, ginger, and cardamom– resulting in a variety of herbal infusions that are great for your health and tastes great too!” I can’t speak to the health benefit but I CAN say they taste great. Some are sweet; some are sour or more tart. All are very different. You’ve never tasted anything like this before. It’s well worth keeping some in your pantry for those moments when you really want to indulge, but don’t want to do too much damage. If you know what I mean.
What’s your Dosha? Click HERE for the quiz. Then come back and see what is recommended for your dosha. I am Pitta.
Dosha Pops recommendations by doshas:
Pitta (that’s me!)
-Wishful Pinking
-Mytea Pomegranate –pomegranate blended with rooibos
-Head over Hibiscus
-Velvet Rope–reminded me a little of a sweetish root beer flavor, but not exactly
Kapha
-Chai Me Up — true chai flavor and quite yummy
-Velvet Rope
-Head over Hibiscus –if you like subtle florals…mmm
-Inner Glow –lemon, ginger and turmeric and quite tasty
Vata
-Chai Me Up
-Inner Glow
-Mytea Pomegranate — I didn’t think I’d like this one, but it turned out to be my favorite.
-Wishful Pinking –another in the floral category
By the way, the company says it plans to use some of its proceeds for “worthy causes and charities that help improve human well-being.”
Want to know more or to order some? Click HERE. Comment to be entered into a drawing for one of two six-packs. Entries open to US and Canada only. Drawing will be done on July 22, 2014.
This is not a paid review. Dosha Pops sent me samples to try.
These sound intriguing. I enjoy chai tea, but have never used this type of alternative (in my country) medicine. The Vata sounds appealing but I would enjoy a variety pack, too.
Interesting idea! I have taken some classes in Ayurvedic medicine, including herbalism. I know they sometimes recommend taking the herbs with ghee and honey, especially for children.
The photos are beautiful and I know the idea of healthy sweets appeals to most of us. But I must admit I’m skeptical about how much health benefit you would actually get from eating one lollipop. Herbal medicine is generally a long-term process of gradually building up the effects of an herbal blend.
I would still enjoy trying them – I definitely have a sweet tooth! I just wouldn’t expect them to do much to balance my doshas.
Oh, I HAVE to try these; and I suspect that I will want to give a sample to several friends that I can think of right off the bat with the dosha test link.
I’d love to try some. I am a black Liorice eater–all kinds–Dutch, Gernman, French, American–and the more stale and hard it gets, the better–nice and chewy. Being on a no sugar kick ( I actually sleep better and wake up earlier–duh!) I miss my nightly treat–so yeah, I’d love some. But I can order them, you needn’t spend the postage on me–thanks for the tip!
I love hard candies and love to try new candies, don’t even have to worry about my teeth anymore and no cavities or tooth-aches!! Ya-hoo, please send some, I am really game!!
Carol…..these pops do look splendid, and, as ever, you bring new info and fun to all who read you! I love the look of these candies as well, so pretty, so photogenic….almost like jewels…so if youneatnthem, you can wear them! Xxe our kapha friend….Ev
I am a Kapha/Pitta mix, they’ll have to mix up my teas 🙂 Sounds like a great idea – just like making your own popsicles out of natural fruit juice, or even homemade chai tea!
Hey, I sort of won, and totally missed this post! Thank you so much for the Dosha Pop my sweet friend. I’m going to try it tonight when my sweet tooth kicks in. A lollipop that is good for you. I’m in I wish I hadn’t missed the contest, but I’m off to explore the site. Thank you again 🙂
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I’m Kapha. They look pretty good, I’d love to give them a try!
I have to admit, they’re good.
I’ve never heard of these and they sound really great. I’d love to try them Carol!
Brand new!
I’m a Vata. I want pink 🙂
If you win, you get a variety pack!
They sound really good. Any idea what the carbs or sugar content are? I did not see it on their website.
The sugar content is in my post and so are calories. The rest of the nutritional info is going to be out soon, they are brand new.
These sound intriguing. I enjoy chai tea, but have never used this type of alternative (in my country) medicine. The Vata sounds appealing but I would enjoy a variety pack, too.
They’re quite interesting!
I find Auryvedic medicine fascinating, and yes, I am a Pitta like you. Lol.
I was going to say, “we Pittas have to stick together” but I guess it’s not like a team, right? 😉
I would love to try these. Especially trying to get pregnant I hope there is one for morning sickness.
Now THAT is an interesting thought. Dosha Pops folks, when you read this…
What a great idea! I’d love to try these!
You’ll like them!
They sound yummy! Funny we don’t get anything like that here! 🙂
Some enterprising entrepreneur should check out doing a deal with them to bring the pops to India.
Interesting idea! I have taken some classes in Ayurvedic medicine, including herbalism. I know they sometimes recommend taking the herbs with ghee and honey, especially for children.
The photos are beautiful and I know the idea of healthy sweets appeals to most of us. But I must admit I’m skeptical about how much health benefit you would actually get from eating one lollipop. Herbal medicine is generally a long-term process of gradually building up the effects of an herbal blend.
I would still enjoy trying them – I definitely have a sweet tooth! I just wouldn’t expect them to do much to balance my doshas.
I am never sure of health benefits of ANYTHING…but I do love how satisfying these are, which was a big surprise for a “more is better” kind of girl.
Hi Carol. I am all about tea – how did I never hear of these before? I’m definitely interested. I’m a VATA.
Because they are BRAND NEW!
Oh, I HAVE to try these; and I suspect that I will want to give a sample to several friends that I can think of right off the bat with the dosha test link.
It says I’m a Pitta. People always think I am kapha but…. sometimes people are wrong. 🙂
This completely cracked me up!
I’m a Vata. These sound really good. I tend to gravitate towards hard candy when i’m craving something sweet, so these would be perfect.
Hope you win!
I’d love to try some. I am a black Liorice eater–all kinds–Dutch, Gernman, French, American–and the more stale and hard it gets, the better–nice and chewy. Being on a no sugar kick ( I actually sleep better and wake up earlier–duh!) I miss my nightly treat–so yeah, I’d love some. But I can order them, you needn’t spend the postage on me–thanks for the tip!
No, if you win, they will send them! 😉
I would love to try these, have a sweet tooth and always looking to try something new!! Thank you for this great contest!!
I love hard candies and love to try new candies, don’t even have to worry about my teeth anymore and no cavities or tooth-aches!! Ya-hoo, please send some, I am really game!!
You’re entered!
I am a Vata, all flavors are my thing!!
I’m a Kapha. Which is funny, because I LOVE Chai and totally was going to say I want to try those. 🙂
Chai was gooood!
Very interesting – these sound delicious and intriguing! Oh, and I am a Kapha. 🙂
Maybe you’ll get to find out! I’m going to have to order some because my sample pack is gone.
Carol…..these pops do look splendid, and, as ever, you bring new info and fun to all who read you! I love the look of these candies as well, so pretty, so photogenic….almost like jewels…so if youneatnthem, you can wear them! Xxe our kapha friend….Ev
Maybe these lollies can improve my wretched typing…I meant to write : if you don’t eat them, you can wear them! Xev
I know, cute, huh.
I am a Kapha/Pitta mix, they’ll have to mix up my teas 🙂 Sounds like a great idea – just like making your own popsicles out of natural fruit juice, or even homemade chai tea!
Even better!
Kapha here….they ALL sound delish!
They are!
Hey, I sort of won, and totally missed this post! Thank you so much for the Dosha Pop my sweet friend. I’m going to try it tonight when my sweet tooth kicks in. A lollipop that is good for you. I’m in I wish I hadn’t missed the contest, but I’m off to explore the site. Thank you again 🙂
ps, I am Kapha!
😉 xo