POTIONS & PREPS | The Golden Harvest: Roasted Pear, Sage & Honey Drinking Syrup
September begins with fruit still hanging heavy on the season and ends with the unmistakable feeling that summer is leaving. For our second Mabon preparation, we are taking the pear somewhere warmer. Instead of preserving its bright flavor in vinegar, we roast it until its sugars deepen and the fruit becomes soft and fragrant, then pair it with sage, ginger, lemon and honey.
The Easiest Herbal Infusion for a First Timer
Herbal preparations do not have to be complicated. One of the easiest ways to begin working with herbs is through a simple infusion. In this guide, we explore how to make your first herbal infusion using chamomile, a gentle herb traditionally used to promote relaxation, digestion, and calm. This beginner friendly preparation introduces the basics of herbal practice using just hot water and dried flowers.