​It's been a nerve-wracking few months, weeks, and *especially* days for all of us. Our bodies are hard-wired to respond to perceived dangers to protect us - but only for a short amount of time. 

Continuous activation of the nervous system – experiencing the “stress response” – causes wear and tear on the body and hampers your immune system. 

To help combat this extra anxiety, we've brought a brand new menu item to Baltimore:​ 

​Kava Hot Cacao. ​

Wait... what's Kava?

Kava is a beverage or extract that is made from Piper methysticum, a plant native to the western Pacific islands. The name "kava" comes from the Polynesian word "awa," which means bitter — we've added it to our hot cacao to alleviate the bitterness and enhance its drinkability. 

Drinking kava** can provide some of the same relaxing and sedative effects without altering a person’s mind, elevating their emotions, or leaving a hangover. Supplement your self-care routine with the healing properties of this ancient herbal remedy in our delicious hot cacao. 

** Moderate consumption of kava in its traditional form, i.e. as a water-based suspension of kava roots, has been deemed as presenting an "acceptably low level of health risk" the the World Health Organization. TreeHouse Cafe & Juice Bar does not condone the use of poor quality kava, extracts, or supplements. By consuming TreeHouse Cafe's kava you assume responsibility for any adverse reactions or health risks that may occur.