Did you know that gin was first created as an anti-malarial? Or that Buckfast Tonic Wine was created by Benedictine monks as a cure-all? Whilst alcohol is today best known for its intoxicating properties, in the past it was prized for its ability to extract and preserve the active elements from herbs. In fact, many of our favourite drinks were originally created for medicinal purposes. Herbal Elixirs is a detailed guide to the process of creating your own herb-based alcoholic drinks and an exploration of the rich history of similar drinks across Europe. Topics covered include: the history of herbal drinks in Europe; how to make your own tinctures, infusions and decoctions; the art of distillation: how to make alcohol and use a still; botanical information for identifying and using plants; recipes for restorative herbal drinks, and finally, a seasonal guide to foraging in the UK. Drawing on both natural and scientific research, this fascinating book will reacquaint you with this tradition, offering detailed explanations of the processes involved and sharing the skills to design and make your own herbal elixirs.

Unveil the secret to radiant, glowing skin with "Herbal Elixirs: Harnessing Nature's Remedies for Radiant Skin." This comprehensive guide into the world of herbal skincare, offering a treasure trove of natural remedies and elixirs to transform your complexion. Discover the power of botanicals as you embark on a journey through time-tested herbal traditions. From soothing chamomile to rejuvenating ginseng, explore a myriad of plants celebrated for their skin-nourishing properties. Learn how to craft your own herbal elixirs, serums, and masks using simple ingredients that can be found in your garden or local market. Whether you're seeking to calm sensitive skin, combat signs of aging, or simply enhance your skin's natural radiance, this book equips you with the knowledge and recipes to revitalize your skincare routine. Each potion is thoughtfully curated to harness the innate healing abilities of plants, ensuring that your skincare regimen is as pure as it is effective. Embrace the holistic approach to beauty and wellness with "Herbal Elixirs," and unlock the transformative potential of nature's botanical bounty. Your journey to healthier, more luminous skin begins here.

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"Presents the ingredients, method of preparation and administration, indications, and contradictions of over 200 authentic Chinese medicinal wines. These medicinal wines are especially useful for the treatment of traumatic injuries, bi syndromes, and debility in the aged"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides a materia magica of more than 150 herbs along with a wealth of recipes for incense, oils, bath salts, herbal amulets, and philtres"--Back cover of previous edition.

A collection of recipes from Elixer, a Hollywood tonic bar, introduces a wide variety of herbal teas and restorative beverages that blend herbs with fruit and vegetable juices, teas, and liqueurs to create an array of tasty and healthful treats.

This comprehensive alchemical guide to plant extractions shows how spagyric methods "open" medicinal plants completely to release their most powerful healing properties. Including the Plant Magistery of Paracelsus and the Life Elixir recipe of Andreas Libavius among its historic techniques, this classic source text preserves the nearly forgotten methods of a true hermetic art.