Harmony in Nature: The Entourage Effect Explained
Each ingredient of RIVR, from functional mushrooms to hemp to herbs and fruits, is carefully chosen to deliver a product that resonates with the natural world. It's not just about what these ingredients do on their own, but how they come together to create experiences that support your mind, body, and spirit.
We call these experiences the Entourage Effect—a synergy of the land's functional ingredients that are even more powerful when combined.
What is the Entourage Effect?
The Entourage Effect is a term that originated from the cannabis community and describes how different compounds—like cannabinoids and terpenes—work together to amplify each other's effects. But this concept goes beyond cannabis. It's really about synergy, how a collection of natural ingredients can enhance each other, creating an experience far greater than any single ingredient could offer on its own.
In the world of plants, terpenes—the aromatic compounds found in many fruits, herbs, and flowers—play a crucial role in this synergy. Terpenes like linalool in lavender or myrcene in blackberries aren't just there for scent or flavor; they interact with other ingredients, working alongside functional mushrooms and adaptogens to deepen the overall effect. These natural compounds are part of the entourage, amplifying the calm of lavender or the focus from Lion's Mane.
RIVR's functional teas are designed with this in mind. By blending ingredients with both functional and sensory benefits, we're creating more profound experiences.
AWAKEN
Type: Functional Energy (THC free)
Taste:
- Raspberry Hibiscus Yerba Mate
- Mango Passionfruit Yerba Mate
Function:
- Vibrant energy
- Clear focus
Awaken's blend of yerba mate, Lion's mane, and cordyceps awaken the mind, energize the body, and sustain vitality.
ADVENTURE
Type: Functional THC
Flavors:
- Raspberry Hibiscus Yerba Mate
- Mango Passionfruit Yerba Mate
Function:
- Euphoric energy
- Cognitive-enhancement
Adventure's blend of yerba mate, cannabis, Lion's mane, and cordyceps deliver subtle euphoria with smooth energy, mental clarity, and a strong sense of adventure.
SERENE
Type: Functional THC
Taste: Blackberry Lavender Tea
Function:
- Deep relaxation
- Full body restoration
Serene's blend of lavender, cannabis, reishi mushrooms, and ashwagandha deeply relax the mind, nourish the body, and help stress and anxiety float away.
PEACE
Type: Functional Wellness (THC free)
Taste: Blackberry Lavender Tea
Function:
- Center the mind
- Balance the body
Peace's blend of lavender, reishi, and ashwagandha calm the mind and promote rest.
Find Your Function
Whether you're seeking out energy, euphoria, restoration, or calm, each of RIVR's functional teas derive from centuries of ancestral wisdom, offering earth-rooted experiences steeped in tradition.