09/30/2025
This is the time of year to harvest hawthorn berries which have been used throughout history to help support cardiovascular health.
Hawthorn berry tea recipe
Ingredients
2–3 tablespoons dried hawthorn berries
2 cups water
Optional additions to balance the tart flavor:
1/2 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon honey
Thin slice of ginger
A few dried rose petals
Instructions
Add the dried hawthorn berries and water to a small pot. For a stronger brew, you can lightly crush the berries beforehand to help release their flavor.
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Simmer gently for 15–20 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow the tea to cool slightly.
Strain the berries from the liquid using a fine-mesh sieve.
Stir in honey or other desired additions to taste.
Serve hot, or chill the tea to enjoy it iced.
