The Herb Factory's blog about herbs and tinctures
Hawthorn Elixir | Recipe
Don't miss these amazing berries that grow so abundantly in our latitudes. Hawthorn berries (Crataegus spp.) are ready to be picked in central Sweden around October. They are delicious enough...
Hawthorn Elixir | Recipe
Don't miss these amazing berries that grow so abundantly in our latitudes. Hawthorn berries (Crataegus spp.) are ready to be picked in central Sweden around October. They are delicious enough...
Garlic Elixir | Recipe with garlic and honey
I’ve fallen hard for fresh garlic. I know it’s not ideal to chew on garlic cloves and then socialize, but I almost can’t help myself. To mitigate the odor, I...
Garlic Elixir | Recipe with garlic and honey
I’ve fallen hard for fresh garlic. I know it’s not ideal to chew on garlic cloves and then socialize, but I almost can’t help myself. To mitigate the odor, I...
Warming Juniper Oil | Recipe
I see a symbolism in the fact that juniper oil feels so powerful when applied to the skin. The power of the oil can be seen as an expression of...
Warming Juniper Oil | Recipe
I see a symbolism in the fact that juniper oil feels so powerful when applied to the skin. The power of the oil can be seen as an expression of...
Elderberry Syrup | Recipe
In September it is time to carefully harvest the elderberries and make elderberry syrup. The berries should be black and shiny. Not unripe - but not overripe either. Check out...
Elderberry Syrup | Recipe
In September it is time to carefully harvest the elderberries and make elderberry syrup. The berries should be black and shiny. Not unripe - but not overripe either. Check out...
Marigold Ointment | Recipe | Make your own oint...
Marigold is a beloved skin care herb among us herbalists. Making your own marigold ointment is not difficult. It makes a nice Christmas gift for yourself or a loved one....
Marigold Ointment | Recipe | Make your own oint...
Marigold is a beloved skin care herb among us herbalists. Making your own marigold ointment is not difficult. It makes a nice Christmas gift for yourself or a loved one....
When Rakija saved the wedding | Read about Alek...
Read about Aleksandra's miracle cure for colds. I’ve lived in Croatia long enough now to understand that rakija (homemade spirits, preferably plum brandy) is needed in all situations. This story...
When Rakija saved the wedding | Read about Alek...
Read about Aleksandra's miracle cure for colds. I’ve lived in Croatia long enough now to understand that rakija (homemade spirits, preferably plum brandy) is needed in all situations. This story...