HONEY HERBS

Photography by KELLY MOORE CLARK

Adding select herbs to honey can add to the benefits that are already offered from honey. While benefits can be found from ingestion, these herb infused options are great for use externally, too. To create your own herb infused honey, you’ll need various fresh or dried herbs, glass jars and raw honey (preferably from a local beekeeper).

Place your herbs of choice into the glass jar, but don’t pack them too tightly. Pour warmed honey onto the herbs in the jar. Stir the mixture well. When the jar is full, leave it in a warm place for at least 14 days, giving it a shake every 2-3 days. If you prefer straining your honey before using, let it sit for a minimum of three weeks.