Pink Rose Lemonade: A Sparkling Floral Refreshment
Embracing the natural beauty and flavor of roses in our lemonade allows us to celebrate the season in a unique and tasty way. Try making your own batch of this floral-infused refreshment and bring a taste of summer to your table with every colorful, refreshing glass.
Crafting Wild Rose Extract
This process of creating rose extract from our garden's bounty is a delightful way to bring a piece of spring into our home year-round. Whether used in refreshing beverages or as a natural flavor enhancer in sweets, the extract remains a testament to the beauty and aroma of roses.
Iced tea with Magnolia Blossoms
In a glass, our magnolia-infused iced tea is more than just a beverage; it's a celebration of the transition from spring to summer, encapsulating the essence of both seasons.
Sipping spring: Freshly tapped Birch sap
Tapping birch sap is an early spring tradition that brings the forest's bounty to our breakfast table, offering a natural supplement to traditional morning beverages. Selecting the right birch, we drill carefully to collect the sap, which flows most abundantly in the early morning. This sweet, woody, and refreshing liquid, with its subtle mineral notes and slight sweetness, is akin to drinking the essence of spring itself.
Brewing Hazel Catkin Coffee
Hazel catkin coffee is more than just a beverage; it's an invitation to explore the flavors of the forest, a celebration of spring's bounty, and a testament to the culinary adventures that await in the world outside our doorsteps. Whether enjoyed in its pure form or as the foundation of a spiced chai, this unique brew connects us to the rhythms of nature, offering a sip of the wild in every cup.
The Secret to Our Base Elderberry Juice—Or Is It a Syrup?
Our versatile elderberry base juice or syrup is the perfect way to capture the essence of this unique berry. With added notes of apple and thyme, this recipe transforms your elderberry haul into a culinary - and safe - delight.
Blackberry Cordial - Make your own Bramblejuice
Embark on a berry quest before crafting your own blackberry cordial, a forgiving elixir that sweetens Sunday afternoons.
Crafting Raspberry Cordial - Two Ways: A Simple Soda Syrup & A Gentle, Cooked Beverage
Dive into the essence of summer with our two variations of raspberry cordial. One is a simple soda syrup, capturing the pureness of fresh raspberries, and the other, a lightly cooked cordial that embodies the gentle complexity of the berries. Delight in the timeless raspberry soda made from our overnight-macerated syrup or evoke 'Anne of Green Gables' with a cordial crafted from a lightly simmered mixture. Savor the simple pleasures of the season, just as Anne would.
Raw Strawberry Soda Pop
Discover the joy of homemade strawberry soda pop, created with raw, homegrown strawberries and nothing else. Bright and flavorful, this soda is prepared using a novel method - macerating strawberries with sugar, and then straining the syrupy result. The pectin that can impact texture in cooked strawberry sodas is sidestepped here, leaving you with a vibrant, zesty beverage. Even more delightful is the magic behind serving this treat from our whimsical 'soda tree,' a hidden delight in our woodland garden. It’s a bottle of pure, fizzy joy that's sure to impress visitors of all ages!
Sip of summer: Homemade Strawberry Syrup for Picnic Pleasure
Turn a bountiful strawberry harvest into a versatile treat with our homemade strawberry syrup recipe. From macerating fresh berries to drawing out all their deliciousness through a gentle boil, you create a sweet blend of fresh and cooked berry flavors. Enjoy it in your tea, use it for our Strawberry Popsicles, or as a special addition to your next picnic. Unleash the endless possibilities with your homemade strawberry syrup, keeping the sweet taste of summer always within reach.
Cultivating Comfort: Our Journey with Peppermint Tea
In our forest garden, we've nurtured a sanctuary of mints, each with a unique aroma and charm. Walking barefoot, you're greeted with an intoxicating minty freshness with every step. The culmination of this minty journey is our homemade peppermint tea - a soothing brew that brings warmth and comfort, rain or shine. This is more than gardening, it's cultivating moments of joy, comfort, and togetherness
Elixir of Elegance: Homemade Elderflower Cold Brew
Today, we present to you a refreshing elixir that captures the essence of summer: homemade elderflower cold brew. This enchanting beverage is crafted by infusing fresh elderflowers in water, resulting in a delicate and aromatic concoction that will tantalize your taste buds.
Sip of Sunshine: Wild Chamomile Instant Iced Tea
Discover the delightful world of homemade wild chamomile instant iced tea! In our edible garden, we have a bountiful supply of this enchanting herb, with its distinct aroma reminiscent of chamomile tea and pineapple. It's an exciting adventure for both adults and kids to forage for this fragrant herb and pluck its delicate flowers. While the leaves can be used to brew tea, we prefer the floral flavors found in the buds and petals alone.
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