Let's Make Ginger Oxymel | And All You Need is At the Grocery Store!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@mrs.wright32]

It's funny that people HAVE to say, "Check with your doctor before you take anything herbal." Well, I ask my doctor, and she never knows what the heck I'm talking about. Ashwagandha?? What's that? Oxymel?? What's that?? Guinea Hen tea?? Nope, ...haven't heard of that either. Finally, I just stopped asking for permission to be healthy.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

That's why I ALWAYS say check with your heath care professional of your choosing. That could be a herbalist, homeopath, ND or doctor. I don't care what you choose! BUT its important to remember that doctors are not trained in this at all. Unless they do extra training, this is not covered in their education. Neither is nutrition. I guess in some ways I am glad that they stay in their lane (hopefully) and just state that they don't know. I know some doctors that (with no education whatsoever) will still tell you not to do it. Like huh??

[@violetgentry9041]

Best do your own research, most doctors don't approve using natural herbs for treating medical issues. If your well they can't make money off you. Lost of information on KZbin about all Herbs and how to make, what conditions they treat. I like to read the comments as many explain what they used, if it helped or cured their medical issues. This year I have come off 8 prescriptions doing this year. I'm still on 2 prescriptions hopefully not for long. Yes, I make my own Tinctures and use herbs cooking.

[@violetgentry9041]

I meant Lots of information on KZbin.

[@jennifersmith3905]

Never heard of oxymel! Thank you!!!!! Iv been foraging & making tinctures. Our pasture is full of GOD'S blessings.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Medicine making is wonderful! Glad you have access to so much abundance in that way.

[@madelinehall8944]

Blessings from sunny Chicago. The microgreens vender has his machines to sharpen knives and tools our farmers market. ❤❤

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yes! We used to have someone at the local farmers market who sharpened knives as well but then he retired.

[@PrairieJournals]

Adding your vid to my twitter feed, so important for people to make their own. Another great video Corrine. Lethbridge Alberta.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you so much! And I appreciate you sharing. Truly means a lot. ♥

[@happy2cya70]

This is my first year growing my own ginger. It is almost time to harvest it so I'm of course searching for all the ways I can use it! THIS is definitely on my list now along with a tincture and maybe an oil. Thanks for your great videos!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You are most welcome! I'd love to hear more about growing ginger. Did you grow it inside? Greenhouse?

[@beebeetee9957]

I'm loving your videos! Such useful and well-presented information. I'm a home-based herbalist in New Zealand and love to make and grow my own remedies. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and inspiration! 🥰

[@sistersusan7097]

You sent me an email with this link.I love how easy it is to make I forwarded it to my friends who are all interested in natural herbs and spices .Thank you from the UK .

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You are most welcome! And thank you for sharing it with your friends.

[@sandymorse7569]

Hi Corinne, Your videos are new to me. I enjoy your completeness...from foraging to product....why and how. Very useful information. Thank you.❤

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. I am glad you found my channel and that I can be of help!

[@kimpayne2664]

I'm making this today. I'm sorry your hands are tied for dosing but it is so helpful that you can say how you and your family take it. I really enjoy your videos and I have made several herbal medicines by watching you. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos for us.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yeah Canada and these platforms have rules! Sigh. Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to leave a message.

[@alijones484]

thank you Corinne, Just made your Dandelion tincture a couple of days ago, and am feeling really excited and inspired to make some ginger oxymel..... it sounds wonderful . Again thanks for this video

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

My pleasure!! I am so happy to hear you are making medicine. Lights me up big time :D

[@donnastormer9652]

I make this recipe and add a whole lemon chopped up very fine! It works really well!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I love that addition! Thanks so much for sharing with us.

[@persephoen]

You are so engaging and well spoken, this was a delight to watch. The information was laid out in a really fun and accessible way, and I'm excited to try making this. Thank you for your time

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and taking the time to share it! It's truly appreciated. 💙🙏

[@jawnaraestokes5836]

My son sharpens all our blades. He does an awesome job. He's a chef! And supports My medicinal crafting. 3 kiddos and we haven't been to a dr since 2019. 😊 thank you for aharing your knowledge! I'm about to make this today! I'm wondering if I can mix it with thyme or rosemary. Thank you! So easy to understand and you use actual measurements, highly appreciated there.😊 😊

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can really add anything you want! I can't attest to the flavour when adding thyme or rosemary, but I don't see why not (except that it might be a bit too pungent??). And thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. It is much appreciated.

[@nancyk-ms3pc]

Truth. Easy to make tinctures and if people knew, there's lots of perscriptions and OTCs you wont ever buy or use again if you learned how ways to make your own medicine. Me, I have a health food store that has an outstanding bulk herb and spice area. I can find almost anything.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I agree. It is far more accessible than we think it is! Thanks for leaving a comment.

[@johngraham9631]

I make this as a drink in the summer they call it switchal it’s the gatorade of the 1800s I use tbl spoon of honey and grade a tbl of ginger then apple cider vinegar and top of with water and ice. Its delicious and refreshing

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yes I have a video on making switchels!! We love them. Oxymels have much higher concentrations of apple cider vinegar and honey, but they are pretty darn similar. Delicious is right.

[@attunementtarot]

So cool! I'm making my first oxymel now! So inspiring! This is good to have even if your not sick yet, though, right? Like immune boosting?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I don't drink it daily, but I do find it to be one of my favourite additions to my winter routine. Love the spice!

[@deborahcarlson8781]

Thank you I will be making some very soon

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Wonderful! It's a staple in our house.

[@user-gl2ps6ui8p]

Thank you so much! 💜

[@alijones484]

Just made the ginger oxymel ....it smells great ! Thankyou !

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

It's so good isn't it?

[@junebug2195]

Thank you 🙏🏻🌹🙏🏻

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for watching!

[@taylormclain4017]

i so appreciate the way you teach...so easy to comprehend. have you ever worked with lemongrass? i'm researching how to make tinctures or extracts with it

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've only grown it in small amounts. I freeze it for soups and curry mostly. But now I'm curious about tinctures!

[@rottngranny2876]

Thanks Correne, I will definitely make some of this. Question:where do you purchase your Apple Cider Vinegar?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I usually buy in larger quantities so either Costco online or Organic Matters Foods :)

[@francesf1533]

😎 Thank you

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You're welcome 😊

[@ATumblelinaTruth7777]

Thank You 🙏

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for watching! It is really appreciated.

[@mellimel621]

New here...thanks for sharing! 🥰

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for being here! And welcome :)

[@claudetteleblanc5273]

Thank you so much Correne. Definitely will make this. 😊

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Did you ever end up making it? How did you like it?

[@beecura]

This is a really great recipe. Thank you for sharing it. Please be aware that when you heat the honey on the stove or microwave above 40 degrees Celcius it loses all health benefits as all the important active ingredients get destroyed by the heat and you end up with expensive sugar (good quality sugar, but still) The temperature in a hive is around 36 degrees Celcius consistently and as a guide, it is recommended not to heat the honey up above that temperature. 🐝🍯 For the oxymel, would it be easier to combine the apple cider vinegar and honey first and then add herbs or spices?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for sharing this with my audience. I was aware of that, but they might not have been. I only ever gently warm honey if its become crystallized and is rock hard. Lol I have always added my herbs to the jar first because I want to ensure I have the appropriate amount. Then I add honey and ACV, but you can definitely experiment with the order you work with the ingredients. Best of luck!

[@alijones484]

Hi Corrine, just getting round to trying your ginger oxygen I made last year . It seems to really help with catarrh . I gave some to a friend who had a nasty cough keeping her awake at night and she said the cough didn't keep her awake again . J am just thinking to make another batch , a litre this time ! Thanks so much !

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Oh yes this oxymel is amazing for any thick congestion in both the lungs and nasal/sinus area. So glad that it helped your friend.

[@alijones484]

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[@avivasaltman9816]

Can I add a bit of this into seltzer and drink it- vs using it medicinally? Ty!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yup we do this ALL the time!

[@marshacoleman4192]

Can you use homemade apple cider vinegar

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You absolutely can!

[@Peonyprashanti]

What do you do with your leftover Ginger that you strained

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've made tea with it! It usually has enough flavour for one cup of tea. Then I compost it.

[@avivasaltman9816]

What is its shelf life? Thank you Correne!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I like to use my oxymels up within a year!

[@YeanGracie]

Thank you Corrine, this sound so good ❤ Can I pound/bruised the ginger? After I remove the ginger, do I need to keep them in the fridge or just in he cupboard will do?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can absolutely do that. I usually chop it so I cannot speak to the difference in the end product, but that should be totally fine. I personally store mine at room temperature because both honey and ACV can be stored that way. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@cookiewilcox5082]

Can I add fresh pineapple in this recipe for coughs?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I don't see why not, but fresh fruit might impact the shelf life though... I would store it in the fridge and maybe just make a small batch to start just in case it doesn't keep well.

[@marieparks9168]

why not put the vinegar into the pot you melted honey to get the last of that great honey out?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

That's a great idea!

[@brendahall2094]

can you make corn silk doing oxymel method

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@brendahall2094 I personally haven't worked with cornsilk personally but I don't see why not! I would just make a small batch just in case you aren't a fan of the taste.

[@suzannenickerson4283]

Can it be taken right away if you're needing to use it? I assume the longer it sits the better though.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Definitely not. Needs at least 4-6 weeks. If you need something immediate I would look at making ginger tea 😊

[@jeanetteross9582]

What does this do ? Whe. To start takingn it ?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Due to strict Health Canada regulations and rules put forth by Meta (ie Facebook/KZbin), I am unable to provide specifics on how someone who is not a client can take this. What I can say is how I use this. We like it for sore throats, coughs, colds etc. But it's also delicious for no reason at all!

[@deborahcrow2045]

so I have to ask - what brand of the pot that you were using?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

The red one? It's a cast iron pot from my grandmother. With an enamel lining 😊

[@baileydro5627]

Hi, I've been watching your videos for a while now. And I'm reaching out to you. Because I have been looking for an herbalist to help me with my weak teeth. My teeth have chipped twice in this past week, and have always been a little foggy. I was wondering what you would recommend me to put on my teeth? Thank you, and love you! ❤️

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Unfortunately due to strict Health Canada and now KZbin regulations, I am not allowed to make any suggestions outside of a clinical setting. But what I can say is that if you are having trouble with your teeth the first place you should look is at your diet! It sounds like you are navigating some pretty severe mineral deficiencies. If it were me (as I cannot give medical advice) I would definitely start with bloodwork to determine a baseline in terms of nutrients/mineral health and go from there!

[@baileydro5627]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thank you for what you can share! I will be looking around to find the root cause. 💖

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@baileydro5627 IF it were me, I would also look into homeopathics and tissues salts for remineralization. There are herbal options as well! But hopefully that can direct your research.

[@jomack7923]

When my teeth enamel got thin I started swishing with organic coconut oil and it helped

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@jomack7923 Yes I've done oil pulling too! Need to get back into it for sure.

[@leticiarosas7619]

So I have to ask where do you buy the raw honey?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Local beekeepers!! It's super easy to find as lots of folks are getting into small hives etc. I have at last four sources around me which I am grateful for. My suggestion would be to check out local farmers markets and get to know local suppliers that way :)

[@marieparks9168]

I hate to see waste so I would have put some vinegar into the pot with last of honey and rinsed it to dissolve the honey then pour it over the honey in the jar.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Good tip!

[@melindasweeney8333]

What is the difference between doing a ginger tincture or doing it as an oxymel?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Great question! With a tincture the extraction medium is alcohol. With an oxymel, the extraction medium is a combination of honey and vinegar. If you want to learn more about making tinctures I have a free tincture making guide you can snag here: www.spiraeaherbs.ca/8aa93cc0-9d98c44a

[@melindasweeney8333]

@@SpiraeaHerbs I'm sorry I didn't ask it right...what I mean is what's the difference in making one over the other? Is it better to extract with alcohol or honey? Is one stronger? Are they used for different purposes? Thank you for responding! I am new to herbs and to your channel

[@waublady]

What is the shelf life for this?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Oxymels should be used up within 6-12 months :)

[@waublady]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Wonderful...thank you so much.

[@meloniestewart2940]

🙏🏼💕🙏🏼

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks for watching!