The Herbalist's Guide for the Sober Curious

The Herbalist's Guide for the Sober Curious offers 65 unique botanical recipes for syrups, tinctures, infusions, and refreshing alcohol-free beverages.  

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Mix up your drink game with 60+ flavorful spirit-free libations that rival the look and taste of any traditional cocktail.

Whether you’re observing a month of sobriety for wellness reasons, you’re hosting a gathering and want to offer plenty of beverage options, or you’re just plain curious what all the nonalcoholic fuss is about, The Herbalist's Guide for the Sober Curious features satisfying mocktails for any occasion. Each recipe features clear photos of individual ingredients, simple instructions, and tantalizing photos of the finished drink. 

Organized by bontanical profile, you'll be able to craft mocktails to suit what you're craving. And the brief overview of herbalism reviews the medicinal and beneficial properties of the botanicals used in the drinks. Whether you're looking to fight a cold (Elderberry & Echinacea Immune Boosting Tonic), want a cleanse after a heavy holiday season (Dandelion Root Detox Tea),  or simply need to relax (Chilled Wildflower Relaxation Elixier), there's something for everyone here.

Based on homemade herbal oxymels, decoctions, tinctures, infusions, herbal syrups, and bitters, along with fresh herbs, roots, and flowers, you’ll be able to create unique booze-free drinks such as:
 



Blossoming Meadow Punch
Juniper & Cranberry Agua Fresca
Wildcrafted Herbal Fire Cider
Dandelion & Peach Slushy
S'mores Mocktail
Moonlit Meadowsweet & Lemon Balm Infusion
Strawberry Mint Matcha Cooler
Homemade Root Beer and Ginger Beer
Woodland Herbal Spritzer
Foraged Berry Shrub


With accompanying full-color photographs, you’ll learn what goes into crafting the perfect drink, the tools of the trade, and appropriate glassware. From tonics and teas to spritzers and slushies, your drink game will never be the same.



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