3 oz Sassafras Bark, dried
2 oz Sarsaparilla, dried
1 oz Dandelion Root, dried
1 oz Burdock Root, dried
1/2 oz Ground Ginger
1/2 oz Ground Cinnamon
1/4 oz Orange Peel, dried
This sweet, bracing drink from Rosemary Gladstar Slick
is reminiscent of old-fashioned root beer, due to the
sassafras. It has a cleansing, revivifying effect
from the dandelion, burdock and sarsaparilla.
Mix together all ingredients and store in a tightly
closed container. In a large pot combine 1 quart of
water and 4 tablespoons of dry mixture. Bring to a
boil, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain
and sweeten with honey or stevia (also called "sweet
herb") if desired.
Makes about 4 cups
Variation: For iced tea, chill the simmered mixture,
then dilute it with 1 quart of sparkling water. Serve
over ice with a twist of orange peel.
