We’ve discussed the many health benefits of hawthorn for the heart, breathing, circulation and more. Many of WishGarden’s remedies contain hawthorn and can easily be taken with water. But. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, so we thought we’d take it a step further and provide some recipes for delicious Hawthorn mocktails and cocktails.
Deep lung hawthorn Mai Tai
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Breathe calmly and deeply with this tropically inspired and lung-supporting cocktail. If you’re a city dweller, this is a great drink to serve to friends at a gathering (when gatherings are safe again, of course). It is great to restore the lungs from the effects of dirty air.
Ingredients
- 1 Pineapple, wedge
- 3/4 oz orgaad syrup
- 3 oz orange juice
- 3 oz pineapple juice
- 1 Maraschino cherry
- 1 dash of Bacardi 151 rum
- 1 1/2 oz Bacardi light rum
- 1 Splash Rum, pure
- 3/4 oz Triple sec
- 1 serving (4-8 pumps) Deep Lung
Instructions
- Mix the light rum, triple sec, orange juice, pineapple juice, orgeade and a portion of Deep Lung.
- Splash the dark rum and 151 on top of the drink and do not stir.
- Place a pineapple wedge and a Maraschino cherry on a toothpick and place it on the glass.
- To enjoy!
Daily Immune Builder Hawthorn Hibiscus Mocktail
A sweet and floral mocktail that supports optimal immune function? Sign us up! This recipe is so refreshing and great to enjoy with the family or on your own.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus
- 1 serving (4 droppers) Daily Immune Builder
- 2 cups of water
- 2 cups pomegranate juice
- 2 cups of sparkling water
- Several limes
- A few tablespoons of sugar for the edge
Instructions
- Boil the water and hibiscus to make a strong tea. After steeping for 15 minutes, add a portion of Daily Immune Builder.
- Juice 2-3 limes.
- Combine the newly made tea, pomegranate juice, lime juice and sparkling water.
- Rim your glass with lime juice and sugar.
- Serve with ice cream and enjoy!
Liquid Bliss Hawthorn Gin
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We love this cocktail because it really is so simple. Even though it is not technically a cocktail in itself, this Liquid Bliss Hawthorn Gin is delicious neat or with tonic.
Ingredients
- Can
- Enough hawthorn berries to fill your jar
- Enough Gin to fill your 14 oz jar
- White sugar
- 1 serving (4-8 pumps) Liquid Bliss Mood Elevator
Instructions
- Sterilize your jars by washing them with hot soapy water and then placing them upside down in a 275 degree oven for 10 minutes.
- Place a handful of hawthorn berries in the jar, top with a quarter of sugar and repeat until the jar is full.
- Place the pot on a shelf, out of direct sunlight, and wait 4-6 weeks. Patience is the key! This gin is worth it, we promise.
- Serve with a portion (4-8 pumps) of Liquid Bliss mixed in. This gin tastes great and makes optimal use of the powers of the hawthorn berry. And when mixed with Liquid Bliss, it can improve your mood and increase your sense of connection.
There you have it! Hawthorn’s various body-supporting benefits and naturally delicious taste make it a great addition to mocktails and cocktails.
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, or to sell any product.
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