Lilac Infused Honey

How to preserve the medicinal properties of Lilac all year around.

Lilac Honey is incredibly simple to make, yet absolutely magical! Since raw honey is shelf-stable and naturally antibacterial, you can keep this infused potion for over a year without a problem. This is why I make a big batch to ensure I will have enough to last me until the next Lilac Season!

Lilac blooms are highly fragrant and filled with medicinal, magical and therapeutic properties. You can use this infused honey in a variety of ways; I particularly enjoy it in teas, lemonades, and over a bowl of fresh fruits.

For this potion to be successful, and for the taste to be optimal, using high quality, 100% pure Raw Honey is really important. "Raw" honey means that it wasn't pasteurized, a process that reduces the medicinal properties of honey. Using local honey from an environmentally conscious beekeeper is even better; Hit your local farmer's market to meet them in person, ask questions, and support your neighbours!

• The Ingredients •

Pure Raw Honey

Fresh Lilac Blooms

• The Recipe •

Light a candle before starting and set your intention. Ask for guidance from your spirit guides and ancestors, and say thank you to the spirit of the plant.

Prepare your ingredients with intention. Remove the lilac flowers from the stems and place them into a bowl. This can take a while, so use this time to meditate and focus on your intent.

Rinse your lilac buds under running water, drain and repeat 2-3 times. While you wash the flowers, visualize the water cleansing the ingredient.

Set a clean towel on the counter, and spread the lilac blooms on it to dry for 30 minutes.

Fill your jar with lilac blooms to about 1/3, then cover with honey. Repeat this step by alternating lilac blooms and honey until your jar is filled, leaving an inch between the honey and the lid.

Cover and wait for the honey to settle, about an hour or so. If needed, add more honey to your jar. Cap, label, and store in a cool dark place for at least 2 months.

Once the honey is ready, you can strain the flowers out or leave them in and eat the blooms too!

I hope you enjoy the time spent with Lady Lilac, and let me know if you try to make your own Infused Honey,

All the Light,

Mortie

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Disclaimer: The content of this website is not intended to cure, treat, or diagnose illnesses or ailments. Please use discernment when harvesting plants from the wild. Always make sure you have a positive ID before ingesting anything. I am not responsible for any injury or adverse effect occurring after or during the making and/or ingesting of this recipe.