Four Thieves Vinegar Blend

2 c. (16 oz.) organic apple cider vinegar

2 t. dried sage 

2 t. dried rosemary

2 t. dried lavender flowers

2 t. dried juniper berries

1 t. black peppercorns, crushed

1 t. dried thyme 

1 bulb fresh raw garlic cloves, chopped

Fill a quart-sized canning jar with the herbs and top off with organic apple cider vinegar to 1" below the top of the jar. Stir the mixture with a clean spoon to remove any air bubbles and to ensure the herbs are thoroughly saturated with the vinegar.

Seal the jar with a plastic lid, or place a piece of parchment paper between the jar and a metal lid to prevent the vinegar from corroding the metal and touching any coating on the lid.

Let the mixture macerate for a month in a dark cupboard. Shake the jar daily to keep the herbs and vinegar mixed as this will ensure a better extraction.

After a month, strain the vinegar using a sieve and layered cheesecloth. Reserve the liquid and compost the herbs. Bottle the liquid in an amber-colored bottle to protect from light and label.

Uses: As an ingredient or as a cleaning item (same as regular vinegar). Take a swig every morning or evening to promote wellness or use as a special tonic. Use in salad dressings. Make a mocktail with a splash of vinegar and sparking water (garnish with lemon). 

Adapted from theherbalacademy.com.