Anti-cold decoction with raspberries
10 servings
25 minutes
Raspberry cold remedy decoction is an ancient Russian recipe based on the healing properties of herbs and berries. Its roots go back to old Slavic traditions when healers used nature to strengthen health. The decoction combines the spiciness of ginger and cardamom with the soft sweetness of raspberry and the aroma of forest herbs. Its taste is rich, slightly spicy, and warming, making it perfect for cold days. This drink helps the body cope with colds by reducing inflammation and boosting immunity. Ivan-tea, chamomile, and yarrow are known for their calming effects, while rosehip fills the decoction with vitamins. The infusion takes on an amber hue reminiscent of sunset light and provides a sense of coziness. It should be served hot with a spoonful of honey to enhance its healing properties.
1
Chop the raspberry finely.
- Raspberry: 10 pieces
2
Send the raspberries to the teapot, adding crushed rosehip to them.
- Raspberry: 10 pieces
- Dried rosehips: 2 tablespoons
3
Slice the ginger into thin slices.
- Ginger: 30 g
4
Send ginger to the kettle, adding cardamom cut with a knife.
- Ginger: 30 g
- Cardamom pods: 7 pieces
5
Add a currant leaf.
- Blackcurrant leaves: 1 bunch
6
Then add yarrow.
- Yarrow: 1 sprig
7
Add Ivan-tea.
- Fireweed (Ivan-chai) tea: 3 tablespoons
8
Add chamomile and thyme.
- Chamomile flowers: 1 tablespoon
- Dried thyme leaves: 1 tablespoon
9
Pour the ingredients with hot water at a temperature of about 80–85 degrees.
- Water: 1.5 l
10
Let the broth steep for about 20 minutes.
