I admit that I’m a coffee fanatic! I love a good Americano! But there are times where I order the Honey Citrus Mint hot tea from Starbucks, and it’s like a special treat. This warm beverage steeps two different types of tea bags. Then it is sweetened with honey and flavored with a splash of… Continue reading Honey Citrus Mint Tea at Home
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Homemade Root Beer
When I hear root beer, I immediately think of the dark, sugary carbonated beverage. I admit my taste buds do enjoy occasionally this modern-day soda and recall even the rarer indulgence of adding in a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream! This is truly an American icon of a beverage although it has come a… Continue reading Homemade Root Beer
Throat Soothing Tea
This is one of my favorite recipes to make when I have a sore throat or when a cough has irritated the tissues of the pharynx. This tea is made from the roots of the herbs so a decoction method is used. Teas are made either by infusion or decoction. Infusion happens with the leaves… Continue reading Throat Soothing Tea
Soothing Sore Throat Tea
A few weeks ago, I was dealing with a lingering sore throat. I had no other upper respiratory symptoms except an occasional harsh cough that sounded like a barking seal--like the classic sound a child makes when he or she has croup. I, an adult, couldn't possibly have a childhood illness, but then a coworker,… Continue reading Soothing Sore Throat Tea
The Pink Lily Pad and Two Tadpoles 