Grape Hyacinth Lemonade

GRAPE HYACINTH (muscari):

represents gentleness, overcoming grief

Edible flowers are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C

LEMON:

represents purification, cleansing

Boosts immune system, high in anti-oxidants, anti-viral, high alkalizing, detoxifies the body, lowers blood pressure, antibacterial

RECIPE:

You will be combining two mixtures, the first an infusion of grape hyacinth flowers and the second is a basic three ingredient organic lemonade.

Ingredients:

Grape Hyacinth Infusion:

You’ll need:

• foraged Grape hyacinth

• Boiling water

• Jar

• Strainer

1. Forage grape hyacinth (responsibly, no more than 20%)

2. Pinch flowers off the main stem, collecting into a jar

3. Pour boiling water to fill the jar and let it sit to infuse for an hour

4. Strain flowers so you’re left with only the infused liquid

Organic Lemonade:

You’ll need:

• Organic Lemons

• Organic Honey

• Water

1. Use a juicer or your hands to make lemon juice from organic lemons

2. Add honey to the juice and mix well for a few minutes until well combined, the honey sweetens the juice

3. Combine with water to make lemonade

Once you have your two mixtures, combine in a large jar and watch the magic before your eyes!!

Add lots of ice and enjoy.