I’m so happy that it’s almost the middle of February. That means that winter is halfway here! To remind myself that spring is definitely on its way, I’m pulling out the jar of rose hips that I dried this past summer to make Rose Hip Tea.
I found this recipe while doing research for my Deadly Force romantic suspense series and discovered that it was quite popular during the 17th and 18th centuries. So of course it would be included in Sarah Munro’s collection of herbal remedies that she uses in ONE DARK WISH, the second book in the series. While many of Sarah’s recipes have been updated, this one is so simple that it’s the same now as it was in the early 1700’s. I hope it reminds you of spring while you watch the snow fall.
Sarah Munro’s Rose Hip Tea
- 1 Tablespoon Dried Rosehips*
- 1/2 teaspoon Ceylon Cinnamon*
- Boiling water
- Honey to taste (optional)
Combine rosehips and cinnamon in a small bowl. Add to a tea infuser and place in a teapot or mug. Pour boiling water over infuser and let steep 4-5 minutes. Stir in honey. Enjoy!
*Note: You can find dried rose hips on Amazon and in most health food stores. And I prefer Ceylon cinnamon since it’s has a lighter, more-citrusy taste than Cassia cinnamon which is the one usually found in grocery stores. Ceylon cinnamon can also be found on Amazon as well as most health food stores.
Important disclaimer about wild plants, foraging, and making herbal remedies:
I am not a medical professional and nothing written on this blog is medical advice. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA (I am legally required to give you this disclaimer).
It is important to do your due diligence before foraging, harvesting, and/or consuming any type of medicinal plant.
- If you are taking any medications, talk to your doctor about any potential drug interactions.
- If you are allergic to anything, make sure whatever you are foraging is not in the same family. Example: While dandelions are typically considered safe, those who are allergic to ragweed, latex, daisies, or any other plants in the same or similar families, may not be able to consume dandelion.
Always research potential side effects, dosage recommendations, and how to properly prepare and consume each medicinal plant.
Always make sure you are foraging what you believe to be. Fully prepare and study the anatomy before harvesting wild plants.
Always make sure your kitchen/work area is clean and that all materials are sterilized.
Do not forage plants from areas that have been sprayed within the past 2 years at the very least.
I am not legally or morally responsible for the health of any of my readers. Please do your own research!
