When during the day is it best to drink this tea, given the valerian content?

Valerian root is widely recognised for its mild sedative effect, which typically appears 30–60 minutes after consumption and can last a few hours. For most people, the blend is therefore best suited to the late afternoon or evening — for example, after work to mark the transition into personal time, or 30–60 minutes before bed as part of a wind-down routine. If you are trying it for the first time, start with one cup on an evening when you do not need to drive, operate machinery, or make critical decisions afterwards. Some users find they can tolerate a cup in the mid-afternoon without noticeable drowsiness, but this varies. Peppermint and motherwort do not have a stimulating effect, so the blend does not counteract the valerian. If you need a daytime herbal tea without sedation risk, a pure peppermint or lemon balm infusion would be a more appropriate choice.