Lion's Mane. Green Tea. Ginkgo | 54.5% Belgian Dark Chocolate | A ritual for when the mind needs stillness
Water – Refreshing Ritual
Water – Refreshing Ritual
A calm, clear focus ritual — crafted in luxury dark chocolate with clinical-grade Adaptogens, guided by the Water element philosophy
Product Descriptions
Product Descriptions
The UK's First Ever Herbal Chocolates inspired by Five Elements of TCM
In the Five Elements philosophy, Water represents wisdom. Depth. The quiet that precedes insight. When your mind feels crowded, Water is your reset.
This bar was crafted for those moments — when the noise settles and your thoughts need space to breathe.
54.5% Belgian dark chocolate. Lion's Mane. Green Tea. Ginkgo Biloba. Panax Ginseng. Astragalus.
Not a sugar rush. Not a supplement chore.
A ritual. For the hours that ask for your full attention.
- 100% Plant-Based, Nuts-Free, Gluten-Free & Vegan Friendly
- Infused with Organic Lion’s Mane, Organic Green Tea, Ginseng and Adaptogens
- FDA-registered, cGMP, NSF certifications Adaptogens
- Lab-Tested Herbal Purity
- Free From: GMO, Artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and palm oil
- Supporting the Cocoa Sustainable Programme to empower farming communities.
- Made in the UK
Store in a dry place. Protect from heat.
*Actual product may differ from images provided.
The Ritual
The Ritual
Your Ritual
Find a moment of stillness.Break two squares from the bar.Let them rest on your tongue.Breathe.
Some choose the quiet hour before deep work.Others, the space between meetings.Many, the afternoon pause when the day asks too much.
There is no wrong time. Only your time.
The Botanicals Within
The Botanicals Within
Lion's Mane — The monk's mushroom. Revered for centuries in Eastern tradition.
Green Tea — Calm alertness. The balance between presence and peace.
Ginkgo Biloba — One of the oldest trees on earth. A symbol of resilience and memory.
Panax Ginseng — The root of vitality. Grounding energy without the edge.
Astragalus — Quiet strength. An adaptogen that supports without demanding.
Each botanical selected with intention. Dosed with care. Hidden within chocolate so fine, you'll forget they're there.
Supporting the Cocoa Sustainable Programme to empower farming communities.
Allergen Info: Suitable for vegans. May contain traces of milk.
Free From:GMO | Artificial sweeteners | Preservatives | Palm oil | Nuts | Gluten
Nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
- Energy: 2190 kJ / 523 kcal
- Fat: 32 g (Saturates: 0 g)
- Carbohydrate: 0 g (Sugars: 41 g)
- Protein: 4.8 g | Salt: 0 g
Production Country
Production Country
Made in the UK
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Quiet Moments, Shared
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Water has become my 3pm ritual. Not for productivity — for presence." — Sarah, London
Questions, Answered Quietly
When is the right moment for Water?
Before deep work. During the afternoon lull. Whenever you need to return to yourself. There's no prescription — only your rhythm.
Will I feel jittery?
Water is crafted for steadiness, not stimulation. Many choose it precisely because it offers focus without the edge.
Does it taste like mushrooms?
Not at all. You'll taste rich Belgian dark chocolate — smooth, indulgent, complete. The botanicals are present, not pronounced.
Is this a supplement?
No. Water is a ritual crafted with intention. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition.
How much botanical is in each bar?
Each 100g bar contains 5000-7500mg of clinical-grade Adaptogenic extracts —equivalent to 5-8g of raw herbs. That's a therapeutic dose, not a sprinkle.
Each bar contains a 5000 - 75000mg of clinical-grade Adaptogenic extracts — enough to honour the tradition, crafted to complement the chocolate.
On Cacao
In ancient Mesoamerica, cacao was called theobroma — food of the gods.
We honour that lineage. Each square is an invitation to slow down, to savour, to remember that nourishment can be pleasure.
Born from a Simple Act of Care
I'm Michael Ip — a TCM practitioner from Hong Kong, now in the UK.
When my partner needed support during her cycle, I knew which botanicals could help. But she couldn't bear the bitter taste.
So I made her chocolate. Infused with the exact herbs she needed. Something she could look forward to.
That bar became her ritual. A small ceremony of self-care she never dreaded.
I realised then: wellness should feel like a gift you give yourself. Not medicine. Not obligation.
Vital Duo was born from that moment — where 2,000 years of Five Elements wisdom meets the quiet craft of fine chocolate making.
Every bar is an invitation to pause.
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