persimmon-vanilla cordial

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Stormy Stewart
Mio, MI

Ever think of what each thing you put into your body does. well here is a cordial is simple yet so powerful . It enhances blood flow and oxygen to the brain. Everyone can use a little of that can't they. And the flavor is so good you will keep coming back for more Borrowed pictures from internet

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 30 Min

Ingredients For persimmon-vanilla cordial

  • 2
    parts ginkgo leaves
  • 2
    parts siberian ginseng root
  • 2
    parts rose hips
  • 2
    parts hawthorn berries
  • 1
    part fresh, ripe, mashed persimmon
  • 1
    part fresh lemon balm or lemon verbena
  • 1
    part sliced fresh organic oranges or tangerines
  • 1
    part grated fresh gingerroot
  • 1
    vanilla bean sliced lengthwise and cut into 1/4" slivers
  • brandy
  • honey or maple syrup (1/4 to 1/2 cup pre quart of cordial

How To Make persimmon-vanilla cordial

  • 1
    Make a cordial: Chop the herbs and fruits. Grind the dry herbs. Place all of the ingredients in a widemouthed glass jar. Cover with 3 times as much brandy. Cover the jar and store at room temperature and away from direct light and heat.
  • 2
    Shake daily for 2-4 weeks. Strain well, squeezing as much liquid as possible out of the steeped herbs. Compost the herbs and rebottle the cordial.
  • 3
    Sweeten cordial lightly with 1/4-1/2 cup honey or maple syrup per quart of cordial.
  • 4
    To use: Enjoy 1/4-1 teasponn per dose, 1-3 times per day as needed.

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