Fire Cider

Preparing fire cider is an age-old tradition. Fire cider is an oxymeal, an infusion with herbs, vinegar as well as fruits and vegetables. Fire cider is made by combining garlic, ginger, turmeric, onions, citrus, hot peppers, horseradish, black peppercorns, fresh herbs, and cinnamon with vinegar. The mixture infuses for 1 month and then strained. Honey is added to create a delicious spicy tonic that is wonderful for fighting off cold and flu symptoms. Fire cider makes a lovely immune boosting tonic for preventative care. Making fire cider is a wonderful community herbalism activity. Pictured below: participants of the Tend and Flourish School of Botanicals Herbal Foundations Program preparing fire cider together during our first session at Cheryl's Herbs