Stevia

Stevia is sweetness without weight — the leaf that redefines indulgence. Its flavor is green and luminous, with an herbal brightness that carries a clean, almost ethereal sweetness. It speaks not of sugar’s seduction but of clarity — a sweetness that leaves nothing behind but lightness. Grown under full sun, stevia reminds that true pleasure can exist without burden, a sweetness drawn from the living leaf itself.

VOLUME

Loud

FLAVOR PAIRINGS

Mint, basil, lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, cardamom, vanilla, cacao, carob, coconut, coconut cream, cashew cream, almond, macadamia, pistachio, hazelnut, oat milk, almond milk, coconut milk, banana, mango, papaya, pineapple, orange, lemon, lime, tangerine, yuzu, apple, pear, peach, apricot, strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, pomegranate, date, fig, plum, cherry, melon, watermelon, cucumber, rosewater, orange blossom, lavender, chamomile, hibiscus, green tea, matcha, rooibos, dandelion root, cacao nibs, maca, lucuma, vanilla extract, maple syrup (for layering sweetness), tamarind, vinegar, apple cider vinegar, coconut vinegar, chia pudding, smoothie bowls, vegan ice creams, vegan elixirs, tonics, herbal teas, raw desserts, vegan cheesecakes, and plant-based frostings

SELECTING

Choose pure green stevia powder or dried leaves without fillers or additives. White refined stevia extracts are more concentrated but often lack the plant’s full-body flavor and energetic integrity. Organic, whole-leaf, or minimally processed forms are ideal.

HOW TO USE

Use sparingly — stevia’s potency is immense. A pinch in smoothies, tonics, or elixirs transforms the balance without calories. Pair with sour, bitter, or tart ingredients to round sharp edges. In desserts, combine with fruit or natural syrups to smooth its green undertone.

STORING

Keep in an airtight glass jar away from moisture and sunlight. Dried leaves and powders remain potent for up to a year when properly stored.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Monk fruit powder for a similar clean sweetness. Coconut sugar or maple syrup for more depth and warmth. Date paste for a whole-food sweetness with fiber.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Stevia stabilizes blood sugar, supports insulin sensitivity, and offers sweetness without metabolic strain. It may lower blood pressure and reduce cravings for refined sugar. Energetically, it balances desire and discipline — bringing sweetness to the body without overstimulation.

CONCERNS

Overuse can create a lingering aftertaste or overly sharp sweetness. Some processed stevia products contain erythritol or chemical fillers — always select pure, minimally processed forms. Those with low blood pressure should moderate intake.

HISTORY

Native to South America, stevia has been used for centuries by the Guaraní people of Paraguay and Brazil to sweeten teas and medicines. Once called “ka’a he’ê” — the sweet herb — it symbolized nature’s ability to nourish without excess. Today, it stands as the plant that redefined sweetness: pure, green, and honest.