Without a doubt, one of my very favourite winter herbal remedies is "Garlic Honey". The easiest of any herbal remedy, this herb-infused raw honey packs a punch of herbal power and goodness and is much loved by young and old! It's easy to make and I always make a big jar of it every autumn 'in preparation for winter's challenges'! This post about "how to make garlic honey" may open doors for you -- as there are many wonderful herbs we can use to make a full selection of herbal medicines to keep you healthy! The benefits of garlic and honey make Garlic Honey a great start!
It's extremely effective in the case of sinus problems, sore throats, colds, lung congestion,
and the flu. Whatever time of year, this remedy packs a punch, and can be ready NEXT week, for use all year! I also recommend checking out exploring the benefits of garlic and honey in this family favourite cold kicker honey!
I use a huge jar, as I mentioned but here's directions for a small amount to start you off:
You'll need a Mason jar (125ml or 250 ml) with a tight-fitting lid.
Fill the jar with garlic cloves.
Pour honey over the garlic and fill the jar.
Use a wooden spoon or a chopstick to ensure that the
garlic is totally covered (this also removes any air bubbles)
Put the lid on the jar and don't forget to label the jar with the name of the remedy plus the date.
This concoction gets better with age but can be used as an herbal
remedy after about 1 week with good results. With time, the honey becomes
infused with garlic AND of course, the garlic becomes a yummy treat!
Here's a printable version of the above recipe:
Garlic Honey
Ingredients
- Garlic fresh, local if possible
- Honey raw, local if possible
Instructions
Canning jar (125ml or 250 ml) with a tight-fitting lid.
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Fill the jar with garlic cloves.
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Pour honey over the garlic and fill the jar.
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Use a wooden spoon or a chopstick to ensure that the
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garlic is totally covered (this also removes any air bubbles)
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Put the lid on the jar and don't forget to label the jar with the name + date
The Benefits of Garlic and Honey:
Garlic is an excellent digestive herb.
Important ally for infections & inflammation of digestive system.
- Garlic is a strong cardiac tonic and is used for any conditions of the cardiovascular system.
- It decreases inflammation in the arteries and protects them.
- Garlic decreases blood fats and cholesterol
- It is a strong circulatory stimulant. It improves heart function and circulation in general.
- Garlic is an immune stimulant.
- Excellent expectorant, so can help to expel mucus from a productive cough.
- It's is an excellent 'fighter of infection' of every kind
- It's an anti-parasitic which means it's very effective against 'worms' and 'parasites'
Raw Honey is high in nutrients ~ 31+ nutrients in every teaspoon!
- contains 'Prebiotics' which help to ferment beneficial bacteria in the gut (i.e. food for probiotics)
- is an effective anti-viral ~ here is some research about honey as antiviral
- is anti-microbial
- is immune boosting
- an amazing wound healer
- helpful in cases of atherosclerosis ~ here's a research study
If you need a reminder about the powers of this amazing herb, check out this post!
BONUS IDEA:
Make a "Garlic Tonic"
It's easy and just SO good!
Infuse garlic in vinegar (Apple Cider Vinegar)
After a week or so, it's ready to use.
Measure the amount of vinegar and add equal amount of raw honey.
Mix together -- Finished masterpiece? Honey-Garlic-Vinegar = Garlic 'shrub'
Enjoy a spoonful every day ~ or place in a dropper bottle and take by the dropperful often to prevent colds and flu
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Dave
Hi Carol, I want to try making this but how do you sterilize the jar, I heard I can put it in the oven at 275 for 20 minutes but then it said to fill when the jar is still warm and I thought that was bad for the honey so i'm not sure how to start. Thanks, Dave
Carol Little
HI Dave. Thanks for checking in. You can place the honey in the jar while it is still warm. You aren't actually 'heating the honey'
so the hot jar will be just fine.. Have fun making this and there are so many other infused honey recipes here.. Check them out!
chekoya
Definitely going to make this. I'm wondering if I can or should add fresh ginger to this?
Carol Little
Yes, do add ginger to the mixture if you want to!!
Arielle
I'm wondering how you take it? Thanks!
Carol Little
I eat it by the spoonful. Sometimes, I add it into my herbal tea.
Sometimes I just go and eat a little piece of garlic in honey..
It's up to you -- all are delicious.
Pat
How do you take it? Do you eat a teaspoon including a piece of garlic with it?
Cat
Do you peel the garlic?
Carol Little
Hello! Yes, peel the garlic before immersing in the honey.
Heather
I need to make some of this! The weather has been swinging like a pendulum and I don't want my family to get sick! Will this help as a proactive maintenance?
Carol Little
Yes Heather. Do make it and mix a little in herbal tea or any tea or warm drink or just enjoy a teaspoon 'as is'!
Cheryl Malik
I'm so excited to make this! Great idea, and perfect for the cooler weather!
Carol Little
Glad you like it Cheryl. Hope you do make and enjoy
Erin
Prevents cold and flu?! Oh, I need this!
Carol Little
Garlic is a super duper cold + flu figher. Honey so anti-bacterial. This easy combo is a winning winter figher!!
Jean Choi
So easy and perfect for cold season! I'll definitely have to make this and have this on hand.
Carol Little
Thanks!
Megan Stevens
Love this so much!! Pinned so we can make this. Thanks Carol!
ChihYu
Such a wonderful healthy elixir that's so simple to make! Just in time for winter!
Stacey L Crawford
Thank you for the recipe & directions. I need to make this soon. I feel like this is going to be a rough winter.
Carol Little
It's actually SO quick to make. I hope you do. Feels good to be prepared!!
Hope Pearce
This is such a great remedy to have on hand to fight off any ills and chills, garlic is so powerful. Thanks Carol :)
Carol Little
You are most welcome Pearce.. I know its spring there.. still.. garlic honey is good anytime!!
Raia Todd
I try and keep this on hand all winter long - it's SO helpful!
Tessa Simpson
I always have garlic and honey on hand, would never have thought to use like this, thank you!
Carol Little
Tessa, I hope you'll make this little concoction. It's easy and really quite a powerful healer!
Julia
Looks great for the colds and flu season. The honey sounds like it would help take the edge off the garlic too. :)
Kelsey
Great idea! I have both garlic and honey...will get this start STAT! :)
linda spiker
This sounds too delicious to be a remedy!
The Food Hunter
This sounds wonderful! I may need to make me some
Anne Lawton
I need to make some of this before flu season hits! Thanks for sharing.
ss
do you leave out or put in fridge?
carollittle
Garlic Honey does not need to be refrigerated. I store all of my herbal honeys in a cool dry cupboard. Hope you enjoy making this sweet n' easy herbal remedy!