Results for Category: Herbal Recipes To Try
What is Kombucha? Herbalist’s Edition!
Kombucha has become increasingly popular over the last decade, with an abundance of options popping up in grocery stores, restaurants, and craft breweries. Despite its more recent mainstream popularity, this fizzy drink has been around for much longer than that. Kombucha has a rich history of use spanning thousands of years for its benefits, and…
How to Make Elderflower Champagne
We’ve featured a few herbal fermentation articles on the blog, but are you ready for another one? Here at the Herbal Academy, we...
Treat Yourself With This Strawberry Rose Sorbet Float Drink Recipe
Are you looking for a simple, refreshing, healthy treat for hot summer days? Look no further! We present to you…Our Rosy Mood® ...
Pink Dandelion-Rose Chai Latte Recipe
This excerpt is from Maria Noël Groves’ new book, Herbal Gut Health: Natural Therapies to Promote Healthy Digestion, Boost Your Microbiome, and Support Gut Repair (Storey Publishing, 2026), and is reprinted with permission from the publisher. This blend combines bitters (dandelion and/or chicory and burdock roots), the uplifting and heart-gladdening aroma of rose, prebiotic starches…
Warm Up Your Winter With These Irresistible Spiced Caramel Recipes
With the winter season still in full swing, we’re looking for warming and comforting meals and treats. The toasty flavors of these caramel recipes are elevated by kitchen spices and pair perfectly with a cup of tea. Whether you keep them all for yourself or share the warmth with your family and friends, we have…
Infuse the Best Herbs of the Season With This Holiday Tree Cordial Recipe
We’re trading in our festive herbal simmer pots for a sippable version (which smells just as good!). If you’ve been searching ...
Discover the Sweet Magic of Homemade Rose Hip Jam
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for new and meaningful ways to weave the magic of herbs into your daily life...
DIY Thyme Honey Recipe for Coughs, Colds, and Sore Throats
Looking for a simple, natural way to care for coughs and colds? Thyme honey is a traditional preparation that brings together thyme, garlic, onion, and raw honey into a blend that supports respiratory health, soothes sore throats, and helps ease congestion. As the cooler months set in, having this powerful herbal preparation ready in your…
Butterfly Pea Flower Latte with Lavender Rose Cold Foam
Butterfly pea (Clitoria ternatea) flower is well known for the dreamy blue hues it gives when blended into foods or drinks. These flowers, in particular, are known for their vibrant blue coloration, which is attributed to the high concentration of anthocyanins. But this herb is more than just a pretty face. It’s an herb that…
An Herbal Headache Tea Recipe to Soothe Your Mind
Headaches are more than just a nuisance; they’re complex conditions that can truly disrupt your day. The good news? You can ...
How to Make Lemon Balm and Mint Cool Down Pops
Cool, colorful, and full of plant-powered flavor— frozen treats like the pops below are a playful way to enjoy herbs and fruits ...
Do You Get Cold Sores (HSV)? Try This Amazing Herbal Recipe Today!
Cold sores might not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re something many of us deal with—somewhere between 50-80% of adults carry HSV-1, which is the herpes simplex virus that causes cold sores. The good news? Our plant friends have some gentle, effective ways to support us. Herbs like lemon balm, St. John’s wort, and…
Transform Your Drinks With the Color-Changing Magic of Violet Ice Cubes
One botanical sign that spring has arrived is the appearance of violets scattered across lawns. These common flowers and heart-shaped leaves are like an invitation from nature to go outside and spend time with plants. Violets are a truly joyful way to engage with the season, and lucky for us, they’re quite prolific. Many species…
Happy Days Herbal Mocktail Recipe That Will Uplift Your Spirits
We have a little herbal magic to introduce you to, the Happy Days Herbal Mocktail—this is a concoction that can uplift the spiri...
Prepare for a Good Night’s Rest with These Sweet Sleep Gummies
Sleep—or the lack of it—impacts nearly every part of our lives. Poor sleep can leave us feeling unbalanced and out of sync, wh...
Have Yourself a Very Venus Valentine’s Day + a Heart-Supportive Rose Chocolate Smoothie
The planet Venus is named after the Roman goddess Venus, commonly referred to as the goddess of love, and also known in Greek tradition as Aphrodite. Valentine’s Day is an opportune time to honor Venus and all that she represents. In the spirit of spontaneity, practically any time of year can be a good time…
Discover 9 Festive Recipes for a Magical Herbal Holiday!
When you’re an herbalist, ordinary holiday festive recipes just won’t do! This season, we’re reaching for herbs that bring warmth, calm, and comfort for the cold days. We’re inviting plants that not only support our bodies but also lift our spirits, fill our homes with cheer, and add a burst of flavor and fun to…
Wintertime Awakening with Minty Mind Hot Chocolate
The tendency towards wintertime hibernation can keep our bodies and minds in a state of semi-slumber. Wrapping our hands around a ...
Cucumber Aloe Vera Water for Digestion and Immune Support
Aloe vera, often called the “plant of immortality,” has long been revered around the world not only for its beneficial...
Abuelita’s Sore Throat Tea Recipe
Do you have a cherished family recipe that holds a special place in your heart? For many of us, those recipes passed down through generations are more than just instructions—they’re memories, traditions, and the comforting embrace of loved ones. One of our Herbal Academy team members is blessed to have her Abuelita’s Sore Throat Tea…
DIY Autumn Dandelion Root Tea Tonic
As the air cools and the leaves turn, autumn calls us to slow down, reflect, and harvest the gifts of the earth. It’s the perfect time to dig deep—literally—and bring nourishing roots into our daily routines. Our bodies naturally crave warmth and sustenance during this season, and what better way to support that than with…
Elderberry Spice Galette Recipe
As the season shifts from high summer to early autumn, we begin to prepare for what lies ahead. Connecting back with the rhythms o...
Refresh Your Summer: Try This Herbal-Infused Slushie Recipe!
Who needs a summer cool-down treat? This delightful herbal-infused slushie recipe is just the thing you need to beat the heat! Unl...
Green Pea Hummus Recipe with Fresh Mint
Many of us appreciate the satisfying and versatile nature of a good hummus. Great on sandwiches, pita bread, and crackers, hummus is also a fabulous topping on veggies, and adds an extra kick of protein to a variety of savory dishes and spreads. As a fun variation on chickpeas, this hummus recipe mixes it up…
3 Refreshing Fruit & Herb Cordial Recipes
I love how alive everything is in the summer. The flora and fauna are out and about, and so are my friends, making last minute get-togethers far more common this time of year. There’s a certain kind of magic in hot summer evenings spent sharing conversations on a patio while an ice-cold refreshment condensates in…
A Calming Yet Energizing Lavender Matcha Latte Recipe
Matcha has hit the caffeinated beverage scene with a bright green splash, but most people still don’t know much about it. Matcha...
4 Herbal Recipes That Are Best Made With FRESH Plant Material
In the realm of herbalism, sometimes fresh is best. There is something enchanting about the aroma of freshly picked herbs, the way...
A Blush Rose Gimlet Recipe That is Both Refreshing and Captivating
In this ultimate guide to seasonal herbs, Seasonal Living with Herbs is a transformative book written by Jess Buttermore that explores the supportive, culinary, and crafting uses of herbs. This is a go-to resource for discovering the extraordinary benefits of nature’s bounty. Learn how to preserve herbs and harness their medicinal properties, explore creative ways…
A Flower Pressed Cracker Recipe That is Sure to Impress Everyone at the Table
When it comes to creating a beautiful and delicious snack, this Flower Pressed Cracker Recipe is a perfect choice, sure to impress everyone at the table. These crackers are not only visually stunning but also filled with flavor, thanks to the incorporation of edible flowers and herbs. One of the best aspects of Flower Pressed…
Homemade Butter with Lavender, Cardamom, and Fresh Flowers
As we progress into spring and colorful, eye-popping buds open into bloom, you may be inspired to find more ways to incorporate ed...
