Wormwood

Wormwood – 1 oz.
Bitter, bold, and aromatic, Wormwood has a long history in both herbal medicine and traditional beverages. Known for its strong, distinctive taste, it is most famously one of the key ingredients in absinthe and other herbal liqueurs.

Ingredients:
Dried wormwood herb (Artemisia absinthium).

Preparation:

• Use ½–1 tsp per 8 oz. of hot water (a little goes a long way)

• Steep 5–10 minutes

• Best blended with milder herbs like peppermint, anise, or fennel to soften the bitterness

Serving Suggestions:

• Brew sparingly as a bitter herbal infusion

• Combine with aromatics such as fennel or anise for a traditional digestive tea

• Infuse into homemade bitters, tonics, or liqueurs

Benefits:
Traditionally, wormwood has been used to stimulate digestion, support appetite, and promote balance. Its strong bitter compounds (absinthin) are central to its historical role in herbal practices.

Fun Fact:
Wormwood is best known as the defining ingredient in absinthe, a once-controversial spirit loved by 19th-century artists and writers. It has also been used in European folk medicine for centuries as a powerful bitter herb.

This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.