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This category includes mixology and recipes for cocktails or mocktails, as well as how to make your own shrub syrups.

It also includes recipes for healthy smoothies and teas.

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Healthy Drinks

Cocktails Using Shrub Syrups

DIY Shrub Syrups

10 Ways to Preserve Fresh Blueberries: (+ Blueberry Mojito Recipe)

If you got a great harvest this year and want to know how to preserve blueberries before they go bad, worry not. There are so many ways to preserve these summer delicacies! Let’s have a look at 10 of HeathGlen’s Farm tried and tested ways to enjoy them all winter. Jump to: Bonus: Blueberry Mojito …

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Blueberry Infused Vodka: (+Blueberry Lemonade Cocktail Recipe)

Got blueberries to spare or some in the freezer? Or maybe a questionable bottle of vodka that needs a little help? Making blueberry infused vodka at home is a breeze. It makes a fun gift and a great addition to a bunch of refreshing summer porch cocktails! Jump to: Blueberry Vodka Lemonade RECIPEIngredients for Blueberry …

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Drying Herbs For Tea: + Iced Chamomile Tea Recipe

Move over, expensive store-bought herbal teas! Today, let’s have a look at how to dry herbs for tea yourself at home: a cheaper option, and a great way to make good use of garden herb clippings or fresh herbs bought in bulk. Jump to:Iced Chamomile Tea RecipeWhat Is Tisane?Gathering HerbsHow To Dry Herbs For TeaStoring …

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Clamato Michelada | Mexican Beer Cocktail

A Michelada is a Mexican cocktail made with beer, lime juice, a bunch of different sauces and, in this case, a not-so-secret ingredient: Clamato juice. Learn how to make an easy and ultra-refreshing Clamato Michelada to keep you going on those hot summer days! Jump to:RECIPEWhat Is A Michelada?Ingredients & SubstitutionsPutting it All Together What …

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White Tea Cocktail With Cucumber & Sparkling Water

Looking for a refreshing and subtle drink to serve on a hot summer’s day? Or maybe something to remind you of the sun during the dark winter months? This bright white tea cocktail with cucumber, thyme, honey and a splash of sparkling water or sparkling wine is perfect for any time of year. Jump to:RECIPESubstitutions …

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Salmon Omelet & Strawberry Simple Syrup: Best Brunch

Brunch is often a special occasion or a social gathering and if you are making brunch at home it is fun to add some more unique dishes. A salmon omelet, strawberry infused champagne and a citrus marmalade are a few ideas to make your brunch special. Jump to: RECIPEHomemade Strawberry Simple SyrupTips for Perfect Salmon …

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How to Make a Dessert Platter for Valentines Day

Dessert platters (or dessert boards) can be a fun, easy way to treat family and friends. This dessert board for two includes ideas and options for the sweets, the drinks and the decor. You can always focus on home-made treats (some recipes included), but the idea with this how-to dessert board is “easy” so it …

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