Our Favorite Herbal Ice Cream Float Recipes

Ice cream floats are the quintessential American summertime treat, perfect for anyone looking to cool down or satisfy their sweet tooth. Here on the farm, everyone loves ice cream, and what better way than to make memories with ice cream floats as a family, from trying out new flavor combinations to...

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Homemade Herbal Italian Soda Recipe

Italian soda has had a special place in my heart since I was a teen! I worked at a pizza restaurant in high school and ran the espresso bar. When customers came in, I would make Italian sodas for them. 

 

As much as I loved making these sodas — and of course, drinking them too — a typical Italian ...

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Copycat Starbucks Brown Sugar Boba

Boba, also known as ‘bubble tea,’ is a really popular, trendy drink. And while boba sure is delicious, it also has a bunch of sugar, corn syrup, and junk hidden inside of it. Did you know you can easily make your own boba at home? It’s not only more affordable when you do, but it also means you get ...

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Herbal Simple Syrup Recipes: Lavender Simple Syrup, Vanilla Simple Syrup, & More!

Simple syrups can be used in so many different ways! You can mix them into cocktails and Italian sodas, drizzle them on desserts, or mix them into salad dressings. Making your own simple syrups is a must-have skill in any homestead and herbalist kitchen. 

 

Some of our favorite ways to use simple ...

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Copycat Starbucks Summer Drinks

Summer is definitely a time for ice-cold drinks. I grew up drinking Lipton’s sun tea all summer long! Nowadays, I still love a good sun tea but made with higher quality loose-leaf tea instead of tea bags. There are so many wonderful cold drink options for summertime, including Starbucks teas and cof...

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Copycat Starbucks Drink Recipes to Make at Home

If you love your Starbucks but want to save some money — or simply learn how to make some of your favorite drinks yourself — you’re in the right place! We’ve come up with some really delicious copycat Starbucks drink recipes that you can make from the comfort of your very own home!

 

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Homemade Cocoa Bombs: Festive & Fun

The holidays are right around the corner, and there's nothing better than cozying up with loved ones around the hearth. When the cold weather sets in, why not elevate your hot cocoa game with homemade cocoa bombs? These trendy, delightful treats are as fun to make as they are to gift—and the best pa...

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Craft Your Own Mulling Spices for Cider, Potpourri, Baking & More

Mulling spices have long been tied to mulled wine, that traditional wintertime beverage we start to see pop up in the colder months. But… what’s a mama to do if she doesn’t want to drink wine but still wants all of the health benefits of these spices? Use them in countless other ways, of course! 

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

There isn’t much better than a steaming mug of hot chocolate on a chilly day. The issue is that most store-bought mixes can be packed with unhealthy additives, artificial flavors, and who knows what else!

 

Luckily, there are other options! With a little effort, you can create your own homemade ho...

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Starbucks Medicine Ball (Copycat Recipe)

Love the Starbucks®  drink popularly referred to as Medicine Ball by customers, but don’t love having to run out to the coffee shop and spend a ton of money on it? You’re speaking our language. While the drink is certainly tasty — and could be helpful if you’re under the weather — it can get a bit p...

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How to Make Homemade Chai Tea (Not Instant)

I’ve always loved chai tea, but I do not love those powdered instant mixes you see at most supermarkets! While mixes are a lot easier and faster to prepare than authentic chai, they usually fall short in terms of flavor, quality, and health benefits. And if you’re anything like me, that’s exactly wh...

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How to Grow, Harvest, and Use a Licorice Root Plant

 

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb! You likely recognize the name licorice — it’s also seen in candy. And while most store-bought options you find today aren’t made with the actual licorice root plant, that familiar sweet flavor is still there. 

 

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