Frequently Asked
Questions.

No. TKG is positioned as a Botanical Blend Powder in its powder format and a Botanical Drink in its fresh format. The powder is designed to dissolve directly in water without tea bags or conventional steeping. The fresh drinks are prepared from fresh botanicals through the Naula method and served as ready-to-drink 250ml beverages.

Morning Ember — Ginger, Lemongrass & Lime. A familiar, approachable botanical profile designed as an entry point to the TKG range.

Still Ember — Perilla, Clove & Kumquat. A more distinctive botanical profile built around the earthy and aromatic character of perilla.

Each is available as a fresh 250ml drink and as a freeze-dried botanical powder.

Naula is TKG's preparation method for working with fresh botanical ingredients — through water, controlled heat and time. This allows each ingredient to release its characteristic colour, aroma and flavour into the prepared botanical liquid. This preparation is Naula.

For the powder format, the prepared liquid is subsequently freeze-dried. Freeze-drying is how the powder is made — it is one outcome of Naula, not the method itself. The fresh drink is bottled directly from the same preparation.

No. Morning Ember and Still Ember both use aromatic botanicals — ginger, lemongrass, perilla, clove — with a naturally warm, expressive character. Both work hot or cold.

• Brewing hot brings out a fuller aroma and deeper colour.
• Brewing cold produces a lighter, brighter taste. The botanical character carries through in both.

Standard preparation: 2 tsp (2g powder) + 100ml water — hot or cold. Stir well, add ice if desired, and enjoy.

Morning Ember contains three identifiable botanicals: ginger, lemongrass, and lime. Each is sourced whole and prepared through the Naula method, then bottled fresh or freeze-dried into powder. Nothing else is added.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Aromatic root with a sharp, warm character. Contains naturally occurring compounds including gingerols and shogaols. A long-established ingredient in Vietnamese everyday preparation.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Bright, citrus-forward stalk with a clean aromatic profile. Contains citral and polyphenols. Commonly used in Vietnamese cooking and daily preparation.

Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
Tart and fresh. Provides natural acidity and vitamin C. Balances the warmth of ginger and the brightness of lemongrass.

The three are chosen together for their complementary aromatic character — bold, direct, warm from the first shot.

Still Ember contains three identifiable botanicals: perilla, clove, and kumquat. Each is sourced whole and prepared through the Naula method, then bottled fresh or freeze-dried into powder. Nothing else is added.

Perilla (Perilla frutescens)
Deep purple leaf with a layered, subtly anise-like character. Contains anthocyanins — the pigment responsible for its distinctive colour and natural pH reaction when dissolved in water. A familiar ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine.

Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Warm, spiced, with a pronounced aromatic presence. Contains eugenol, a naturally occurring compound in the clove bud. Used sparingly — its character is strong.

Kumquat (Citrus japonica)
Small citrus with a thin, sweet-bitter peel. Provides brightness and acidity that softens the depth of perilla and clove. Contains citrus flavonoids and vitamin C.

The three are chosen for quiet complexity — comforting, grounding, a considered end to the day.

No. TKG does not use refined sugar in the fresh drinks. Morning Ember is sweetened with honey and palm sugar. Still Ember is sweetened with honey and raw sugar. The choice of sweetener is part of each product's formulation.

No sugar or sweetener is added to the freeze-dried powder.

QUATEST 3 testing recorded 14.3g total sugars per 100g in Morning Ember Powder, comprising 4.05g fructose, 5.27g glucose and 5.00g sucrose. These sugars are naturally present in the botanical ingredients used in the formulation.

TKG does not describe the powder as "sugar-free". Instead, we disclose the laboratory-tested total sugar content and distinguish it clearly from added sugar.

Color reflects real ingredients — no dyes or artificial coloring. Freeze-dried ginger and lemongrass give a natural light yellow-green. Perilla gives its characteristic purple-blue. Clove adds warm brown tones.

Natural differences in color, aroma and appearance can occur between botanical batches. These are characteristics of real botanical ingredients, not defects.

A small amount of natural botanical material may settle after preparation. This is part of the character of a beverage prepared from real botanical ingredients and should not automatically be interpreted as a product defect. Stir before drinking.

Some natural color variation can occur in Still Ember. Perilla contains naturally occurring pigments (anthocyanins) that can respond to differences in the beverage environment, including water conditions. This is a natural characteristic of the botanical ingredients rather than an indication that artificial coloring has been added.

For the best sensory experience, consume soon after preparation.

01 · Start with identifiable botanicals: TKG begins with recognizable botanical ingredients — ginger, lemongrass, lime, perilla, clove and kumquat, sourced whole. The ingredient comes first.

02 · Naula — Water · Heat · Time: The botanicals are prepared using water, controlled heat and time, adjusted individually for each ingredient. This allows them to release their characteristic colour, aroma and flavour into the prepared botanical liquid. This preparation is Naula.

03 · Freeze-drying (powder format): For the powder, the prepared botanical liquid is subsequently freeze-dried under vacuum, preserving its natural colour, aroma and character without heat damage. The fresh drink is bottled directly from the same preparation.

No preservatives. No artificial colours. Named ingredients, transparent preparation.

• Origin: Vietnam — botanicals sourced directly from local cooperatives
• Standards: Non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan
• Caffeine: Caffeine-free
• Fresh drink format: 250ml glass bottle
• Powder format: 60g tin (30 servings) or 2g single-serve sachet
• Standard preparation: 2 tsp (2g) powder + 100ml water, hot or cold
• Testing: Fresh drinks tested by Eurofins Sac Ky Hai Dang. Freeze-dried powders tested by QUATEST 3.
• Nutrition Facts: Full laboratory panel available on the product page for each SKU.

Yes. Fresh drinks were tested by Eurofins Sac Ky Hai Dang under reports AR-25-VD-169691-02 (Morning Ember) and AR-25-VD-169692-02 (Still Ember), under an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory system — VILAS 238.

Freeze-dried powders were tested by QUATEST 3 under report Q326C053953, under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 — VILAS 004.

Laboratory results are analytical data from tested product samples, provided as product information — not clinical or therapeutic claims.

No. TKG products are positioned as food and beverage products, not dietary supplements. Laboratory results and botanical research are presented as product and ingredient information, not clinical or therapeutic claims.

Chilled: keep refrigerated at 5–9°C, shelf life 15 days. Frozen: for extended storage, keep frozen between −10°C and −18°C, with a shelf life of up to 6 months. Once opened, consume promptly and keep refrigerated.

Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container tightly after each use.

• Official website: tkg-naula.com
• Authorized retail partners

For wholesale, business or partnership enquiries, contact us at tkg.naula@gmail.com.