Herbal Elixirs: A Guide to Making Your Own Medicinal Drinks Mullett Sue
Herbal Elixirs: A Guide to Making Your Own Medicinal Drinks Mullett Sue Did you know that gin was first created as an anti-malarial? Whie alcohol is today best known for its intoxicating properties,…
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Herbal Elixirs: A Guide to Making Your Own Medicinal Drinks Mullett Sue
Did you know that gin was first created as an anti-malarial? Whie alcohol is today best known for its intoxicating properties, in the past it was prized for its ability to extract and preserve the active elements from herbs. Or that Buckfast Tonic Wine was created by Benedictine monks as a cure-all?
Herbal Elixirs is a detailed guide to the process of creating your own herb-based alcoholic drinks and an exploration of the rich history of similar drinks across Europe. In fact, many of our favorite drinks were originally created for medicinal purposes. Topics covered include the history of herbal drinks in Europe; how to make your own tinctures, infusions, and decoctions; the art of distillation: how to make alcohol and use a still; botanical information for identifying and using plants; recipes for restorative herbal drinks, and finally, a seasonal guide to foraging in the UK.
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