Yield: 4 servings
Measure | Ingredient |
---|---|
3 ounces | Sassafras Bark, dried |
2 ounces | Sarsaparilla, dried |
1 ounce | Dandelion Root, dried |
1 ounce | Burdock Root, dried |
½ ounce | Ground Ginger |
½ ounce | Ground Cinnamon |
¼ ounce | Orange Peel, dried |
This sweet, bracing drink from Rosemary Gladstar Slick is reminiscent of old-fashioned root beer, due to the sassafras. It has a cleansing, revivifying effect from the dandelion, burdock and sarsaparilla.
Mix together all ingredients and store in a tightly closed container.
In a large pot combine 1 quart of water and 4 tablespoons of dry mixture. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Strain and sweeten with honey or stevia (also called "sweet herb") if desired.
Makes about 4 cups
Variation: For iced tea, chill the simmered mixture, then dilute it with 1 quart of sparkling water. Serve over ice with a twist of orange peel.
Source: Vegetarian Times, April 1993 Shared by: Norman R. Brown