--- title: 3 Magic Moon Milk Recipes for Restful Sleep description: These moon milk recipes combine the old-time remedy of warm milk before bed with healthful herbs and spices for the perfect bedtime beverage! image: https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hubfs/Blog%20images/Moon%20Milk.jpg --- [Our Blog ](https://info.mountainroseherbs.com/categories-original?hsLang=en-us) #### [RECIPES & DIY](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/recipes) #### [GREEN LIVING](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/green-living) #### [HERBALISM](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/herbalism) #### [AROMATHERAPY](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/aromatherapy) #### [BODY CARE](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/natural-body-care) #### [MORE TOPICS...](https://info.mountainroseherbs.com/categories-original?hsLang=en-us) # 3 Magic Moon Milk Recipes for Restful Sleep [![Three mug of moon milk sit out on a tray](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20images/Moon%20Milk.jpg?width=900&height=599&name=Moon%20Milk.jpg)](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/topic/tea-herbal-drinks) If drinking warm milk before bed sounds like the kind of advice you might hear from your grandma—well, it turns out grandma knows best again! Drinking heated creamy beverages before bed has been practiced for centuries and has helped people all over the world drift off into a restful sleep. It is also commonly recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners to calm fiery doshas and to help balance the body before bed. Nowadays, these magical cups of comfort are often referred to as moon milks and incorporate herbs and spices to help [assist the body in relaxation](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chamomile-tea/profile). Here are three tasty ways to try moon milk for yourself. We hope they help you have the [sweetest of dreams](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/dream-balm/profile)! [![Adaptogenic moon milk awaits sipping](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20images/Adaptogenic%20Moon%20Milk!.jpg?width=600&height=901&name=Adaptogenic%20Moon%20Milk!.jpg)](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/pink-peppercorn-whole/profile) ## Adaptogenic Moon Milk *Makes 8 ounces.* This recipe incorporates [adaptogenic herbs](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/understanding-herbal-actions?hsLang=en-us) that help the body handle the stresses of the day. Ashwagandha and chaga mushroom have earned a celebrated reputation for helping to quiet the minds and revitalize the bodies of those who find themselves juggling more things than they can handle. This blend is a unique and tasty way to work more adaptogens into your routine. **Ingredients** - 8-9 oz. milk or milk alternative (oat milk is my favorite!) - 1/4 tsp. [organic ashwagandha root powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/ashwagandha-root-powder/profile) - 1/4 tsp. [organic chaga mushroom powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chaga-mushroom-powder/profile) - 1/8 tsp. [organic star anise pod powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/anise-star-pod-powder/profile) - 1/8 tsp. [organic cassia cinnamon powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cinnamon-cassia-powder/profile) - 1/8 tsp. [organic cardamom powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/cardamom-powder/profile) - Pinch of [organic nutmeg powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/nutmeg-powder-organic-and-fair-trade/profile) - Raw, local honey, to taste - [Organic pink peppercorns](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/pink-peppercorn-whole/profile) (crushed) **Directions** 1. Pour preferred milk into a saucepan and add ashwagandha and chaga powders. 2. Set burner to medium-low, and let gently simmer for 20 minutes. 3. Transfer into a blender. 4. Add remaining herbal powders and honey. 5. Blend on high for about 30 seconds. 6. Pour the whipped milk into your favorite mug and garnish with freshly cracked pink peppercorns. [![Tulis is added to a warm pot of oat milk](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20images/Hoppy%20Moon%20Milk.jpg?width=900&height=599&name=Hoppy%20Moon%20Milk.jpg)](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/hops-flowers/profile) ## Tulsi Moon Milk *Makes 8 ounces.* This earthy milk has a lovely herbal flavor and a bit of tang that is perfectly complemented by the mellow sweetness of coconut. Holy basil, also commonly called tulsi, is not only an adaptogen, but also has been known to support immune health.* Enjoy this blend when you want to enliven the taste buds while relaxing the mind and body. **Ingredients** - 8-9 oz. milk or milk alternative - 2 Tbsp. [organic rama holy basil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/holy-basil-rama-1/profile) - 4 [organic hops flowers](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/hops-flowers/profile) - 1/4 tsp. [organic unrefined coconut oil](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/coconut-oil-unrefined/profile) - 1/8 tsp. [organic hibiscus flower powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/hibiscus-flower-powder/profile) - Raw, local honey, to taste - [Organic coconut flakes](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/coconut-flakes/profile) **Directions** 1. Pour preferred milk into a saucepan. 2. Add holy basil and broken-up hop flowers. 3. Set burner to medium-low and heat until milk starts to gently bubble. 4. Simmer for about 5 minutes 5. Strain out herbs and pour infused milk into a blender. 6. Add coconut oil, hibiscus powder, and honey. 7. Blend on high for about 30 seconds or until frothy. 8. Pour the whipped milk into your favorite mug and garnish with coconut flakes.   ## Calming Kava Rose Moon Milk *Makes 8 ounces* Combining the self-love aspects of vanilla and rose with the stress reducing effects of [kava](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/what-is-kava?hsLang=en-us)* makes for an ideal blend for disconnecting from the outside world and reflecting inward. Keep in mind that many people experience slight numbing and tingling when consuming kava, so don't be surprised if it makes your mouth tingle a bit. I balanced the blend so the sensation should not be overpowering. **Ingredients** - 8-9 oz. of milk or milk alternative - 16 [organic rose buds](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/rose-buds-whole/profile) - 1/4 tsp. [organic kava kava root powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/kava-kava-root-powder/profile) - 1/4 tsp. [organic vanilla powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/vanilla-bean-powder/profile) or 1/8 tsp. [vanilla extract](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/easy-homemade-vanilla-extract-recipe?hsLang=en-us) - 1 [organic roasted cocoa butter wafer](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/roasted-cocoa-butter-wafers/profile) - Raw, local honey, to taste - [Organic rose powder](https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/pink-rose-powder/profile) **Directions** 1. Pour preferred milk into a saucepan. 2. Add broken-up rose buds. 3. Set burner to medium-low and heat until milk starts to gently bubble. 4. Simmer for about 5 minutes 5. Strain out rose and pour infused milk into a blender. 6. Add kava kava and vanilla powders, cocoa butter wafer, and honey. 7. Blend on high for about 30 seconds or until nice and frothy. 8. Pour whipped milk in your favorite mug and garnish with a pinch of rose powder.   **Pro Tips:** - Start with 9 ounces of milk, since some of the milk will evaporate off. This way, you’ll end up with a full 8-ounce glass. - I personally find honey to be soothing before bedtime, but feel free to omit the sweetener or substitute in an alternative!   ### Looking for more Sippable soothing Recipes? ## [Try This Calming Marshmallow Rose Tea!](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/marshmallow-rose-tea?hsLang=en-us)   You might also enjoy: - [Turmeric Golden Milk Recipes](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/turmeric-tea-golden-milk-recipe?hsLang=en-us) - [Iced Matcha Tea Latte](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/iced-matcha-tea?hsLang=en-us) - [How to Flavor Your Homemade Kombucha](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/flavoring-kombucha?hsLang=en-us)   [![Mountain Rose Herbs PIN photo](https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20images/Moon%20Milk%20PIN.jpg?width=600&height=899&name=Moon%20Milk%20PIN.jpg)](http://pinterest.com/mtnroseherbs) **This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 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