The Moon Spice Blend
A tarot-inspired seasoning blend for intuition, dreaming, and soft illumination.
Mysterious, delicate, and steeped in the unseen—The Moon card invites us to dance with the unknown. In the tarot, this Major Arcana archetype speaks to intuition, illusion, dreams, and the quiet pull of our subconscious. It's the gentle light that reveals shadows but not always the source—offering us mystery, not clarity; reflection, not revelation. The Moon doesn’t answer questions. It invites you to trust your inner tides.
This blend mirrors that exact energy: soothing, ethereal, and just a little strange—in the best way.
The floral hush of Chamomile flowers sets the foundation, bringing calm and introspection, much like The Moon’s influence in a reading. Known for its soothing, sleep-inviting properties, chamomile calms the nerves and quiets the mental chatter, ideal for meditative cooking or moonlit rituals. Crisp lemon peel adds brightness—a fleeting glimpse of clarity through the fog. It's that sliver of insight that may vanish if you stare too hard, but it's there. The citrus lifts the heavier notes and adds a shimmer to whatever you’re cooking or conjuring. Sesame seed offers grounding and abundance, often used in spiritual traditions to symbolize doors opening and secrets revealed. It’s a subtle, nutty counterbalance to the floral and citrus notes. Sea salt brings it all together with its cleansing, clarifying energy. Like a tide pulling away the excess, it enhances flavor while also holding deep symbolic power for purification and preservation. Then there’s garlic and ginger—the earthy duo that roots this dreamscape. Ginger brings gentle heat, like the embers of a long-forgotten vision, while garlic keeps the energy protective and real. These two whisper, “You’re safe to explore.” Finally, anise arrives like a riddle. Sweet and strange, licorice-laced and unmistakably magical, it invites intuition to the table. Used in divination and dreamwork, its inclusion is no accident—it is the final signature of The Moon’s energy, coaxing your inner oracle awake.
Culinary Uses
The Moon Spice Blend is lovely with soft, dreamy foods—think roasted root vegetables, lemony couscous, or gentle broths. It pairs beautifully with chicken or white fish, especially when slow-roasted or poached. A sprinkle over buttered rice or hummus takes the ordinary into quietly extraordinary territory. Try it in a chamomile-tea-infused vinaigrette or whipped with honey into softened butter for bread rituals and midnight snacks.
For sweets, it’s a surprising ally—infuse it into shortbread dough, or dust over citrus-glazed scones. The balance of floral, citrus, and spice evokes the kind of complex comfort that lingers on the tongue.
Ritual & Spell Uses
Use The Moon Spice Blend in dreamwork or lunar rituals, especially during the waxing moon when intuition is sharpening. Sprinkle a pinch in a tea sachet for meditative sipping or use it to dress a white candle when seeking guidance in times of confusion. You might incorporate it into a kitchen altar, stirring it clockwise into soups or stews while whispering your intentions. Dab a bit onto your pulse points before divination, or scatter a pinch around your bathtub for a dream-charged soak. Let it help you soften the rational mind and lean into mystery.
Hand mixed by Dahlia's Enchanted Kitchen. This product is exempt from state licensing and inspection. This product may contain allergens.