Cool, bright, and endlessly refreshing, Spearmint (Mentha spicata) is the herb of clarity, awakening the senses and restoring calm focus with every breath. Unlike its sharper cousin peppermint, spearmint offers gentler sweetness and warmth, balancing vitality with ease.
At Purely, spearmint anchors the Defense Ritual Collection in Guardian Spirit™, part of the Mint Citrus Lane. It brings freshness and light to grounding botanicals, opening the lungs and lifting the spirit while maintaining calm composure. Spearmint is the breath between, cooling, centering, renewing.
Herbal Benefits
CLARITY & FOCUS
Spearmint clears mental fog and refreshes awareness, gently awakening energy without overstimulation.
BREATH & DEFENSE
Spearmint's natural menthol compounds help open the airways and support clear breathing, making it an ally for daily resilience.
DIGESTION & BALANCE
Cooling and aromatic, spearmint soothes the stomach and restores harmony to the body’s inner rhythm.
Tradition & Lore
Folklore & Botany
A symbol of purity and protection since antiquity, spearmint has been used across cultures to refresh both air and mind. The ancient Greeks crowned guests with mint garlands as a gesture of welcome and renewal; traditional herbalists brewed it to ease digestion and uplift mood. Unlike peppermint’s brisk intensity, spearmint embodies grace; its sweetness cooling the body while steadying the nerves. Across traditions, it remains a herb of presence: clean, kind, and clear.
From Bloom to Blend
Spearmint in Purely
Spearmint brings freshness and calm vitality to Guardian Spirit™ within the Defense Ritual Collection’s Mint Citrus Lane. It uplifts the senses and harmonizes citrus brightness with herbal depth, a breath of calm strength.
Wondering About Spearmint?
Both. Spearmint’s gentle menthol cools and refreshes while soothing the nerves, helping you feel alert yet at ease.
Yes. It’s been used for centuries to ease bloating and indigestion by relaxing the stomach and supporting natural flow.
Yes, while both are cooling, Spearmint is sweeter, gentler, and more calming, making it ideal for daily balance and clarity.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS:
Spearmint is safe for daily use in tea or culinary amounts. Those with acid reflux or bile flow sensitivities may wish to moderate intake.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The information presented here is for educational purposes only and reflects traditional and contemporary knowledge of this botanical. It is not intended as medical advice or to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual responses may vary. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any herbal product or supplement.