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Ready to transform your tea ritual? Discover the ancient, gentle power of Celestial Infusions! This post guides you through the sacred practice of ethical foraging and harnessing nature's energy to brew potent Sun Teas (Solar Infusions) and soothing Moon Teas (Lunar Infusions). Learn the critical safety rules for wild harvesting, how to ask a plant for permission, and which traditional herbs correspond with warming (Masculine) or cooling (Feminine) energy.

Use cacao to enhance the flavor of medicinal teas, making them more palatable and easier for you to get your daily dose of healing. Why Build-Your-Own? I love the profound medicinal properties of roots and bitter herbs, but sometimes, the path to wellness can be a tough one—especially when that path involves drinking a less-than-palatable water decoction. If you've ever struggled to get down your daily dose of a bitter tonic, this post is for you. In parts one, Herbal Cacao:

Learn about the (her)history of hot cacao drinks and how to make a healing herbal cacao elixir.

Learn the art of brewing tea - from teas to tisanes, infusions to decoctions, and what to do when you have the elements for an infusion and decoction in the same recipe! The blog includes tips and tricks for brewing the best cup of herbal tea.

Learn how to make a heart-centered, hot cacao drink that will bring balance and comfort to your daily routine and ritual. This recipe, inspired by my favorite dessert, Persian Love Cake, is delicious and soothing.

This post serves as a comprehensive guide to elderberry syrup, celebrating it as a delicious and spiced cornerstone of a winter wellness toolkit. The syrup is made by simmering elderberries with warming herbs like cinnamon, clove, thyme, and ginger, then combining the liquid with honey to create a potent, immune-boosting remedy.

Chai tea is one of the most warming, homey, and welcoming teas. The spices are a powerhouse of winter wellness and even in warmer climates and seasons, iced chai makes a tisane that is equally delicious and healthy! In addition to being a healing herbal and spice remedy, the visual appeal of chai makes it an enticing herbal drink. Making chai tea is like making soup or salad. There are so many recipes and ingredients to choose from. Below I included my favorite spices and a b

Learn how to make elderberry gummies to boost your immune health. You can stick with the traditional use of gelatin (grass-fed, of course) or try out the vegan alternative, made with agar-agar powder. You will also find some great tips and tricks for making sour gummies using citric acid, citrus, or tart juices!