Oxymel: What It Is and How to Prepare It
An oxymel is a simple herbal remedy made with honey, vinegar, & wild herbs. Discover how to make this sweet, tangy tonic at home!
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Servings: 96 Servings
Calories: 11kcal
Equipment
- 1 funnel
Ingredients
- 1 cup selfheal (or herb of choice)
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup raw honey
Instructions
- Before preparing your oxymel, wash and dry your herbs thoroughly, then chop them to get the most extraction.
- Fill a clean mason jar halfway with medicinal herbs. Cover with equal amounts of vinegar and honey, making sure the herbs are fully submerged.
- Stir well, then cover with the lid and label with the jar contents and the date. Store in a cool, dark location, for example, a pantry, for 4-6 weeks. Shake every few days, or when you remember.
- After it has infused for at least one month, strain out the herbs and store your finished oxymel in a clean jar or bottle.
How to Use
- Take 1 to 2 teaspoons a day for immune support and general wellness. You can add it to your warm tea or sparkling water to make a tasty tonic. Try it drizzled over roasted veggies or salads. Or, mix it with olive oil to make a tasty dressing
Notes
- See blog post for how to use your homemade oxymel!
- Use raw local honey whenever possible. Not only does raw honey have more enzymes and health benefits, but it also helps support local beekeepers. Plus, honey from your area can help with seasonal allergies.
- Before you start tossing herbs into the jar like a mad scientist, decide what you want your oxymel to do. Immune support? Digestive aid? Respiratory relief? Build your oxymel around that goal!
- If your oxymel tastes too sharp, add more honey; if too sweet, add more vinegar. It's not an exact science.
- Don't forget to label your jars with the contents and the date, you'll thank me later!
- Strain well for long storage. Leftover bits of herbs can cause spoilage over time.
- Experiment with foraged herbs. Pineneedles, juniper berries, spruce tips, and rosehips can make your oxymel truly unique.
Nutrition
Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.3mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 3g
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