Syrup and Elixir

To Prepare a Syrup

Warm 1 cup of honey in a pan over low heat. Add 1 to 2 ounces of traditional tinctures and cook for 10 to 15 minutes. It isn't necessary to vigorously boil the syrup, just simmer it very gently. This process will blend the syrup and dissipate most of the alcohol.

Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature, then pour it into a glass bottle and label it with an expiration date (syrups will keep for 6 months). Store these preparations in the refrigerator.

Syrups are usually administered by the teaspoonful.

To Prepare an Elixir

Combine 1/2 cup of honey, 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen fruit, and 1 ounce of traditional tincture in a blender. You can substitute 1/4 cup fruit juice or fruit nectar for the actual fruit. Blend well until smooth and creamy.

Store elixir in a properly labeled glass bottle in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Elixirs are normally administered by the tablespoon.