Anyone can learn how to use herbs at home for their own wellness needs. Buying bulk herbs is affordable and you can trust that every ingredient is one you agree with. Plus it’s easy, quick and fun!
Below I will teach you how to make your own medicinal syrup at home!
Disclaimer: The content in this blog is for educational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
How to Make Your Own Herbal Syrup
You’ll Need:
-Dried herbs
-Distilled or Spring Water
-Honey (local, raw)
-Pot/Saucepan
-Large Bowl
-Stirring spoon
-Fine Mesh Bag or Cheesecloth
-Jar
There are plenty of herbs out there, so get crafty and intentional with your creations!
If you need a little inspiration, this respiratory blend is perfect for cold, coughs, dry throat, respiratory infections and the flu.
Respiratory Supporting Herbs:
-Elderberry
-Licorice Root
-Slippery Elm Bark
*Optional: Lemon Balm or Passionflower (or both) to calm the nervous system and promote restful sleep.
Medicinal Syrup Recipe:
Measure:
½ cup dried Elderberry
⅓ cup licorice Root
⅓ cup Slipper Elm Bark
3-4 cups water
1-2 cups honey
You can always scale the measurements up or down to fit your needs.
Directions:
Add the herbs and water into your pot.
KEEP THE HEAT LOW
Allow the decoction to infuse for 30minutes.
Stirring occasionally
Optional: Add in your more delicate and leafy herbs last (like Lemon Balm or Passionflower) and allow the decoction to marinate on the stove for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Once the decoction is cooled, strain through a fine mesh bag or cheese cloth, over a bowl.
Squeeze out all the goodness!
Pour the mixture into your pot/sauce pan once more.
On low heat- add in your honey, stirring until dissolved and desired consistency has been achieved.
Cool and pour into your jar.
This syrup is best kept in the refrigerator and is good for up to 3 months.
You can also store it in the freezer for up to 6months.
Here are the best tips to follow to ensure you nail this decoction like a pro!:
No matter what size batch you’re making, follow a 2:1 ratio (water: honey) you can always add in more honey if you'd like a sweeter taste and thicker consistency.
Keep in mind, when working with roots or bark, the consistency is much harder. So you will need to give more time to these herbs to break down, to ensure the most active compounds are extracted.
Keep it low and slow- NEVER boiling. Optimal temperature should never exceed 180 degrees (f)
Label your jar with the date.
Suggested use:
1 tablespoon up to 4x a day, or as needed.
You can also add this syrup to water and enjoy an herbal drink!
Do not give to children under the age of 2.
Have fun with this herbal syrup recipe!
Comment if you gave this a try.
If you have any questions regarding herbalism, please reach out through email: info@mystic-herbals.com
Wishing you all the natural healing.
Stay well.
-M