When we set out to create our Hydration Variety Pack, we knew it had to do more than replenish electrolytes. That’s why we added real fruit and coconut water for vibrant, best-in-class flavor—and of course, we had to include an adaptogen. After all, a big part of our mission at Rasa is sharing the world’s finest adaptogenic herbs. Out of all the adaptogens available, Red Asian Ginseng stood out as the perfect match for sustained, balanced energy. Here’s why:
The World’s Most Famous Adaptogen
Ginseng has been revered for thousands of years across Asia as the ultimate tonic herb, celebrated for its ability to support resilience, stamina, and overall vitality. While it’s famous for delivering steady energy and focus, ginseng is remarkably versatile. It also supports immunity, reduces the impacts of stress, promotes healthy circulation, aids recovery from exercise, and even enhances libido. It’s the kind of herb that shows up wherever you need it most, making it a faithful ally for everyday vitality.
Why Red Asian Ginseng?
Not all ginseng is the same. White ginseng is raw and unprocessed, while red ginseng undergoes a unique curing process with steam. This transforms the chemistry of the root, making its effects more potent and stimulating. The steaming also caramelizes the natural sugars in the root, adding a subtle sweetness to the taste. To ensure consistent quality, our ginseng is standardized to 5% ginsenosides—the key active compounds.
Why Only Ginseng?
I’ve always loved ginseng. Years ago, when I visited some of Rasa’s suppliers in the Changbai Mountains of China during harvest season, I got to see the entire process—from digging the roots, to washing, steaming, and drying. It was amazing! However, I wasn’t there to see ginseng, because we weren’t using it in any products yet, simply because it is so expensive.
With our hydration line, though, we had an aha! moment. We wanted the focus to remain on hydration, not a long list of herbs, but what if we included one very powerful herb? This was the perfect time to add ginseng to our roster.
Ginseng doesn’t hydrate your cells exactly—it hydrates your energy. It helps you adapt, restore, and show up as your best self, whether you’re sweating through a workout, facing down a big project, or just trying to stay clear and grounded throughout your day.
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