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Functional Tea · 8 Whole-Plant Herbs

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Immune Defense · Caffeine Free

Whole-Plant
Organic Herbs
0Caffeine
0Fillers

Defend. Boost. Recover.

Immune-support herbal tea. Elderberry, Echinacea, Astragalus. Built to fortify before you need it. Caffeine-free, taste-first, no chalky echinacea finish.

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8Functional Herbs
WholePlant Formula
2.6 OZ (75g)30 Servings
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Our Standard
The Standard

Precisely formulated.
Non-GMO. Lab tested.

01

8 Functional
Herbs.

Carefully selected and balanced for real results. Every ingredient earns its place. no fluff, no unnecessary additives, no recycled trends. Just whole-plant herbs working together the way nature intended.

02

Whole-Plant
Formulation.

Using intact herbs preserves natural oils, potency, and full-spectrum benefits. nothing stripped down, nothing overprocessed. The way these plants have been used for centuries, in their full form.

03

Gives
Back.

We give back with every order sold. Every purchase supports regenerative agriculture and environmental restoration. putting back into the soil and ecosystems that grow what we drink.

01 · Composition
The Blend

Eight herbs.
Zero fillers.

The most studied immune botanicals on earth. selected for clinical evidence, sourced whole, and formulated to work together. Your body has a defense system. This is its fuel.

Sambucus nigra
Organic Elderberry
PRIMARY
+

The most clinically studied immune berry. Anthocyanins bind to and prevent viral particles from entering cells. the reason elderberry has been studied for respiratory illness for decades. Deep, jammy, and genuinely effective.

Compound
Anthocyanins
Form
Dried Berry
Rosa canina
Organic Rose Hips
VITAMIN C
+

One of the highest natural sources of Vitamin C. up to 20x more than oranges by weight. Whole rose hips also contain bioflavonoids that increase Vitamin C absorption. The immune support supplement you already know you need, in whole-plant form.

Compound
Vitamin C
Form
Dried Whole Hip
Echinacea purpurea
Organic Echinacea Purpurea Herb
DEFENSE
+

The purple coneflower. possibly the most researched herbal immune support on earth. Stimulates white blood cell production and activates macrophages. The herb that makes the first sign of a cold feel less like a countdown.

Compound
Alkylamides
Species
Purpurea
Astragalus membranaceus
Organic Astragalus Root
DEEP IMMUNE
+

Traditional Chinese Medicine's foundational immune herb. used for over 2,000 years to build deep, long-term immune resilience. Polysaccharides stimulate bone marrow and lymph tissue. The difference between reactive immunity and resilient immunity.

Compound
Astragalosides
Tradition
TCM. 2,000 yrs
Zingiber officinale
Organic Ginger Root
ANTI-INFLAM
+

Gingerols and shogaols are among the most potent natural anti-inflammatory compounds known. Reduces immune overreaction, supports healthy inflammatory response, and brings the warmth that makes this cup feel medicinal in the best sense.

Compound
Gingerols / Shogaols
Origin
Karnataka, IN
Cinnamomum verum
Organic Ceylon Cinnamon
ANTIMICROBIAL
+

True Ceylon cinnamon carries antimicrobial and antifungal properties that complement the immune herbs. Also moderates blood sugar. important for immune function, since glucose spikes suppress immune response. The warm, sweet finish that makes the cup drinkable every single day.

Variety
Ceylon (True)
Compound
Cinnamaldehyde
Curcuma longa
Organic Turmeric Root
GOLDEN
+

Curcumin modulates NF-κB. the master switch for inflammation in the body. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immune-modulating. The reason this cup has a golden tint and the reason that golden tint is actually doing something.

Compound
Curcumin
Origin
South Asia
Sambucus nigra (flos)
Organic Elderflower
FINISH
+

The flower of the elder tree. different from the berry, complementary in mechanism. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant with a delicate floral note that lifts the heavier roots and berries. The thing that makes this cup actually pleasant to drink daily.

Compound
Quercetin
Form
Dried Flower
02 · The Curve
What To Expect

The first cup
is just the start.

Immune support isn't a one-cup fix. It's a daily system. Here's the honest curve from cup one to month one.

First Cup · Immediate

Your body has backup.

The elderberry and echinacea start working within hours. The ginger warmth is immediate. The feeling isn't dramatic, it's the quiet confidence of knowing you just fed your immune system.

Day 5

Sick season hits different.

You notice you're not catching what everyone around you has. Or if you do, the duration is shorter. Echinacea and elderberry are clinically studied for exactly this.

Week 2

Inflammation quiets down.

The turmeric and ginger are working on chronic low-grade inflammation. the kind you might not notice until it's gone. Joints easier, recovery faster, baseline energy better.

Month 1

Resilient, not reactive.

Astragalus is building deep immune memory. You're not just responding to threats, your system is better equipped for them. The difference between an immune system on alert and one that's actually prepared.

03 · Method
The Ritual

Brew it
like you mean it.

This one's designed to be daily. Morning, evening, whenever you feel the first tickle. Three ways in.

8 oz
Hot Water
8–12 min
Steep
1–2 tsp
Per Cup
iHeat 8oz of filtered water to just before boiling. Pour over 1–2 teaspoons in a steeper or French press.
iiSteep 8–12 minutes. The berries and roots need the time. Don't rush it.
iiiAdd honey if you want. Sip slowly. This is daily maintenance. make it a ritual, not a chore.
2x
Strength
8 hr
Cold Brew
2 tsp
Per 16oz
iTwo teaspoons into 16oz cold water. Mason jar or pitcher. Let it cold brew overnight.
iiElderberry and rose hips cold brew beautifully. deep berry, tart rose, cinnamon spice. Strain in the morning.
iiiPour over ice. Add lemon for extra Vitamin C hit. This is summer immune support that actually tastes like a drink you want.
2x
Strength
15 min
Steep
2–3x
Per Day
iAt the first sign of anything. scratch in the throat, the tiredness that doesn't feel like normal tiredness. brew double-strength. Two teaspoons, 8oz, 15-minute steep.
iiDrink 2–3 cups throughout the day. Elderberry and echinacea are studied to reduce duration when started at first sign.
iiiAdd raw honey (not pasteurized) for additional antimicrobial benefit. Lemon for Vitamin C. Rest. Let the formula do its job.
04 · Profile
Tasting Notes

Berry. Tart.
Warmly spiced.

Elderberry depth up front, rose hip tartness in the middle, ginger and cinnamon warmth on the finish, elderflower lifting the whole cup. Tastes like the medicine cabinet should have always tasted.

BERRY TART WARM SPICED EARTHY GOLDEN FLORAL DEEP
Elderberry Rose Hip Tart Ginger Warmth Ceylon Cinnamon Elderflower Lift
From the Founder
Patrick Kane, Founder of WOLV

"Most immune teas are weak elderberry over weaker chamomile. I wanted the full immune stack. Elderberry and rose hips for antioxidants, echinacea and astragalus for support, turmeric and ginger for inflammation. USDA Organic herbs you actually want in your body when the season turns. No fillers. No BS. This is what I keep in my cabinet from October to March."

Patrick Kane
Founder, WOLV
05 · The Pack Speaks
Real Reviews. From Day One.

Sipped.
Reviewed.

Before we launched as WOLV, we were HOWL. We sent Guards Up to our OGs first. People who actually live through the season change. These are their unedited reviews. No paid sponsorships. No filters. Verified customer reviews land here as orders ship.

HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

Started drinking this in September. Made it through fall without a single cold. Wife was sick around me twice. Held.

MIKE K.
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

i'm a teacher. kids are walking germ factories. this tea is my insurance from october to march. the elderberry actually does work

SEAN N., AUSTIN, TX
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

Echinacea and astragalus together is the move. Most brands skip one or the other. Patrick stacked the herbs that matter.

KEVIN C., BOZEMAN, MT
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

been with patrick since the howl days. each season he tightens the formula. this is the best version of his immune tea yet.

PATTI C., DENVER, CO
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★

Drinking it daily through the cold months. Strong turmeric note. Took some getting used to. Now I crave it.

LAVHANA R., NASHVILLE, TN
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

My kids drink half a cup with honey. They actually like it. Family-wide immune support is rare.

CAROLINE M., ASHEVILLE, NC
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

i travel for work all the time. catching planes catches colds. this tea is in my carry on. zero sick days this year.

DIEGO R., PORTLAND, OR
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★

Tea is excellent. Wish it came with a multipack option for the whole season. Going through it faster than expected.

JAMIE F., BOULDER, CO
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

Rose hips are a nice touch. Tartness balances the elderberry. Tastes like a proper winter brew. Real medicine in a cup.

LUCA M., SALT LAKE, UT
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★★

drink it the second i feel anything coming on. flu hit my office. i made it through. this stuff works.

TARA N., SUN VALLEY, ID
HOWL ORIGINAL
★★★★

Solid bag. Maybe the strongest immune tea I've ever had. Not a magic cure but a solid foundation to start your day with.

HOLLY W., MAMMOTH, CA
06 · Your Voice
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now.

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07 · Questions
Cleared Up

Honest answers.
No fine print.

Can I drink it when I'm already sick?

Yes, and elderberry in particular is studied for reducing duration when taken at first sign. Brew double-strength, drink 2–3 cups a day, add honey. The "At First Sign" brew guide in the method section is specifically for this.

Is it caffeine free?

Yes. completely caffeine free. You can drink it morning, night, or when you're already run down. No interference with sleep, no jitters.

How often should I drink it?

Daily for prevention. one cup a day keeps the immune system primed. Double up to 2–3 cups when you feel something coming on. Astragalus specifically works best as a consistent daily herb, not an occasional one.

Can kids drink this?

The herbs are generally recognized as safe, but echinacea is typically not recommended for children under 2, and we'd suggest checking with your pediatrician for any child under 12 before starting a daily herb routine.

Can I take it with my supplements?

Generally yes. If you're on immunosuppressants, blood thinners, or diabetes medication, check with your doctor first. astragalus, turmeric, and elderberry all have real physiological effects that can interact.

Refund policy?

30 days, money back, no questions. Email us and we refund. We'd rather you find what works than keep your money.

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