GIN & TONIC FEATURING: BLOOD ORANGE & LEMONGRASS Tangy. Bright. Refreshing. IT'S PRETTY SIMPLE...1. Steep BLOOD ORANGE AND LEMONGRASS with a spoonful of MESQUITE HONEY.2. Allow to cool before pouring over a large ice cube with a shot of your favorite gin and fresh squeezed lemon.3. Add a splash of tonic and garnish with a lemon wheel. WHY WE LOVE THIS COMBOThe juniper trees across New Mexico and Colorado fill the air with a lovely juniper berry aroma that almost always makes us crave one of our favorite warm weather cocktails: a gin and tonic.We can think of nothing more refreshing than a gin and tonic after time spent in the sunshine: it is one of our favorites to share with loved ones and close friends. It also...
CINNAMON & GINGER COUGH SYRUP IT'S PRETTY EASY…1. Steep 1 Tbsp of GINGER and 1 tsp of cinnamon in a half cup of water2. Mix 3 Tbsp of AVOCADO HONEY into the mixture3. Strain out ginger pieces (optional) and pour into a glass jar4. Keep refrigerated NATURE'S MEDICINEHoney has long been used as a natural remedy for colds and coughs. It is a great immune system booster and soothing to a sore throat. Immunity is not just something we should think about when we're sick though - strong immunity protects us from a wide variety of ailments and diseases. Immunity even plays an important role in helping our body resist seasonal allergies, which is why raw honey is consumed to combat the dreaded hay fever - not necessarily because...
TUESDAY NIGHT TEA COCKTAIL FEATURING: G I N G E R The Ginger Toddy IT'S PRETTY SIMPLE...1. Steep GINGER TEA with a generous spoonful of AVOCADO HONEY.2. Add fresh squeezed lemon and a shot of your favorite whiskey- we used 291 Barrel Proof Bourbon Whiskey from DISTILLERY 291.3. Garnish with a lemon wheel and fresh ginger or herbs from your garden. WHY WE LOVE THIS COMBOThe Hot Toddy is the most classic of tea cocktails and this one is extra bright and spicy! The AVOCADO HONEY compliments the combination of GINGER and whiskey perfectly as it rounds out the flavor with sweetness while adding complexity with its earthy and vegetal undertones. Happy Tuesday! We hope you are winding down with the type of conversations that leave you feeling...
CREATE A RELAXED MENTAL STATE: TRY THIS TONIGHT NOURISH YOUR NEED FOR SELF CARE AND WATCH YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AND WORK FLOURISH. Self care is one of the easiest things to de-prioritize. We are quick to push work, family obligations, and household duties to the top of our todo list and think nourishing ourselves can be reserved for our next day off... or the one after that... But you cannot pour from an empty cup. Taking time to feed your needs will trickle positively into every other aspect of your life. Feeling frustrated with loved ones? Fatigued by household tasks? Uninspired with work? Try this... TAKE A HOT BATHSoaking in warm water increases circulation, increasing the flow of oxygen to your brain...
SOOTHE YOURSELF:
Chamomile & Lemongrass
INGREDIENTS:dried lemongrass and dried chamomile flowersSERVE IT LIKE THIS:serve hot with a generous spoonful of honey and fresh squeezed lemon before bed
THIS ONE IS PRETTY POWERFUL:Chamomile and Lemongrass served individually are thought to be cure alls: put them together and you make a pretty powerful wellness booster! Chamomile and Lemongrass are anti-inflammatory so they are soothing for aches and pains, and regular consumption can reduce risk of disease. They are both antibacterial so they combat infection and sickness. This blend can help to promote bladder health, soothe stomach upset, and ease menstrual cramps. It can also help promote more restful sleep and reduce anxiety.
