A fiery concoction that has been used for generations; Fire Cider is also known as fire tonic or fire brew. Fire Cider an old school remedy, who's infamy is largely attributed to renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar. It is made from pungent, immune-supporting ingredients and prepared with raw apple cider vinegar and honey. This potent elixir of hot foods, spices and aromatic herbs works as an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and natural antibiotic with immune regulating benefits. Simple, traditional and effective Fire Cider can be used in many ways and for many purposes.Fire cider can be sipped on its own or mixed with other beverages, used in cooking as a marinade, dressing or flavoring in soups and sauces.
Some of the many benefits of Fire Cider include:
Strengthening your immune system by stimulating white blood cells
Acting as a potent natural antibiotic
Stimulating circulatory and digestive functions
Strong anti-inflammatory effects
Invigorating and energizing your bodily systems
Diuretic, promotes sweating to help break a fever
Aids in breaking up congestion and phlegm
Clearing sinus passageways
Three Bees Fire Cider Dry Kit Instructions:
Congratulations on your purchase! Things about to get fiery! All the goodness of fire cider is now available as a dry mix. Easy to store in the pantry and ready to make at your convenience. Hand blended with the highest quality ingredients available and formulated to be an easy to infuse recipe. What you will need in addition to this packet is 4 cups of raw unprocessed apple cider vinegar and 16 oz of Three Bees raw honey. This batch will make about 48 fl. oz. of Fire Cider once it's complete and blended with honey. If you prefer a spicier batch you can use less honey. This will result in a slightly smaller amount of the final product.
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What you will need:
1 Three Bees Fire Cider Dry Kit
2 glass jars, 1 qt. size or larger
(*) - you only need 1 to get started
3-4 cups raw unprocessed apple cider vinegar
1 - 16oz. jar of Three Bees raw local honey
Mesh cloth or strainer
Funnel (Canning jar funnel works best)
Directions:
STEP 1 Add entire Dry Fire Cider Mix Packet into quart size or larger canning jar(*) and cover with raw apple cider vinegar. Leave a minimum 1" headspace at the top of the jar. Secure with canning jar lid. Shake vigorously.
STEP 2 Shake jar to mix well after making, as well as every day for the 2 weeks. Store in a cool dry place for 2 weeks minimum. ( A longer infusion will make a more potent batch, if you let it infuse longer continue to agitate your jar on a regular basis.)
STEP 3 After 2 weeks (or more) strain your infusion with a mesh cloth or strainer and retain the liquid in a clean mason jar. Squeeze the ingredients thoroughly to get out all the goodness. Add 16 oz honey or less to your taste or desire.
The finished product can be stored either in the fridge or a cabinet. It is shelf stable and has no expiration date as both honey and cider vinegar are preservatives. It is however best used within 18-24 months for it's maximum benefits.
(*)Using a jar larger than a 1 qt. jar is ideal as the optimal amount for the recipe is 4 cups of raw unprocessed cider vinegar. This will ensure the jar does not overflow and make a mess during the time it is infusing as the dry kit ingredients will expand as they are rehydrated during the infusion process.
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