Syrups and Lozenges – Blackbird's Backyard Pharmacy

Happy Heart Syrup (HAWTHORN)

This one has been on my list to make for awhile. Thanks to the squirrels I only had about 2 cups of red ripe hawthorn berries to harvest. Last summer they got to every single one while we were on vacation. I have been looking for ways to support my heart’s health as I age.Continue reading “Happy Heart Syrup (HAWTHORN)”

Bedtime Syrup and Tummy Calm Glycerite (CATNIP)*

If you have a “nervous” or anxious child that has trouble settling down before bedtime, this syrup is a lovely addition to hot tea or milk. A little goes a long way so a teaspoon is plenty. An infusion of catnip helped one of my daughters when she had anxiety about going to school. IContinue reading “Bedtime Syrup and Tummy Calm Glycerite (CATNIP)*”

Cough Syrup for a Cold (HOREHOUND)

I never intended to make this syrup but our refrigerator died. In the freezer were herbs (catnip, lemon balm, violet leaves, horehound etc.) that I keep on hand for emergencies. There was also 4 cups of red (not much) and black (lots)currant berries harvested from our bushes. I use black currant leaves often in myContinue reading “Cough Syrup for a Cold (HOREHOUND)”