Herbal Oxymel

Name: Herbal Oxymel
Yield: About 2 cups
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried herbs of choice (suggestions below); 1 cup raw apple cider vinegar; 1 cup raw honey; *Herb suggestions:**; **Respiratory support**: Thyme, oregano, mullein, elecampane; **Immune support**: Elderberries, echinacea, astragalus, rose hips; **Digestive support**: Ginger, fennel, chamomile, lemon balm; **Calming**: Chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, passionflower

An oxymel is an ancient preparation — honey and vinegar infused with herbs. The name comes from Latin: "oxy" (acid) + "mel" (honey). It's been used since at least the time of Hippocrates for respiratory and digestive support.

About 2 cups

Yield

6 months+ in the fridge

Keeps

Ingredients

1/2 cup dried herbs of choice (suggestions below)
1 cup raw apple cider vinegar
1 cup raw honey
*Herb suggestions:**
**Respiratory support**: Thyme, oregano, mullein, elecampane
**Immune support**: Elderberries, echinacea, astragalus, rose hips
**Digestive support**: Ginger, fennel, chamomile, lemon balm
**Calming**: Chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, passionflower

Method

Place the dried herbs in a pint jar.
Pour the apple cider vinegar and honey over the herbs. Stir well to combine (warming the honey slightly helps it blend with the vinegar).
If using a metal lid, place parchment paper between the jar and lid.
Seal, label, and shake well. Store in a cool, dark place for 2-4 weeks. Shake every few days.
Strain through a fine-mesh strainer. Bottle and store in the fridge.
*Suggested use:** 1 tablespoon as a daily tonic, straight or in water. Can also be used as a salad dressing ingredient.

Notes

Oxymels are a gentler, more palatable alternative to straight vinegar tonics and alcohol-based tinctures. The honey makes them approachable for people who find tinctures too intense.
They're alcohol-free, which makes them suitable for children and those avoiding alcohol.
These are beautiful in color — elderberry oxymels are deep purple, thyme oxymels are golden green. Gift potential is high.

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