A Little Weekend Magic for My Throat
- Makenzie Lila Freeman
- Feb 23
- 1 min read
Over the weekend, something really beautiful happened.
A close friend of mine noticed how rough my throat has been, so she created a handmade tart tonic just for me - brewed with intention, warmth, and genuine care. She sent me home with a full bottle of it, and I've been sipping it ever since.
It's simple, but powerful:
Fresh ginger, boiled to pull out that deep warming heat
Lemon boiled with the peel to capture all the bright oils
Turmeric for inflammation
Black pepper to activate the turmeric
A tablespoon of raw honey
And pure organic tart cherry juice, for that rich, soothing finish
The flavour is absolutely lovely - warm, spicy, bright, and tart all at once.
You can feel it working as you drink it.
Moments like these remind me why I love herbalism and small-batch healing so much. It's not just ingredients. It's connection. Care. Community. The way we show up for each other when our bodies need a little extra support.
I'm grateful - and my throat is, too. 🌿✨️
Steeped in warmth, wellness, and intention,
LibraScorpioAries
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