Thursday, June 20, 2013

Potions

So far this week I've made up a batch of elderberry syrup (for our colds) and black walnut tincture (for future cleanses).  The black walnuts came from our yard.  I'm feeling really blessed that I have this space to urban homestead!

Notes on these two "potions":  Elderberry syrup with brandy is perfect for before bed.  Soothes the throat and coughs AND helps you sleep.  It was like a miracle drug! 

Black walnuts are being dropped from the trees by the squirrels (potential ick), so I washed them and dried them for a bit in the oven on warm.  Wait 6 weeks for the tincture to be ready.

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