The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

Over the last three decades, the Mountain Rose Herbs Team has created and recreated thousands of recipes. This article is the result of many of our staff's combined herbal expertise and passion for herbalism. We hope you enjoy these time-tested recipes.

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American Ginseng: A Forest Grown Future


As you know, we spend a lot of time thinking about at-risk herbs and what we can all do to support these botanical allies. The issue of overharvesting in the wild is a key reason why Mountain Rose Herbs is increasingly turning to cultivated herbs when possible and why we support certified organic forest farming, particularly for hard-hit herbs like North American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius). We know that to ethically procure these valuable botanicals, they must be consciously and mindfully gathered and harvested. We only work with growers and harvesters who have been fully vetted, who we can trust to cultivate, harvest, and handle our plant allies with the respect and care they deserve. With that in mind, we’d like to show you what successful forest farming looks like.

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Old Fashioned Pumpkin Spice Cocktail Recipe with Cardamom Bitters

With the start of autumn come vibrant red maple leaves, cooler temperatures, and the ubiquitous resurgence of pumpkin pie spice. Our blend of organic and fair-trade ingredients is the perfect way to welcome back the season of sweaters, ciders, pies, and family gatherings.

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Quick Fire Cider Recipe with Common Kitchen Spices

Nothing gets me ready for winter quite like a batch of homemade fire cider. But the typically long fermentation duration has kept me from having this tonic when I need it most. For those who are short on time and fresh horseradish, this recipe is for you! I actually discovered that you can make a fire cider that has the same kick as the traditional recipe in half the time and with dried horseradish. In fact, it can still be a power-packed remedy without any fresh ingredients at all!

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Cacao & Vanilla Body Scrub

Adoration for cacao can be traced back to ancient cultures in Mesoamerica. Bitter beverages made from the crushed seeds of this voluptuous fruit were enjoyed with a belief that these pods had magical properties. Mildly stimulating with a pronounced twinkle of euphoria, cacao was reserved for sacred rituals and royalty.

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Traditional Fire Cider Recipe (and 2 Tangy Twists)

Fire Cider is a popular (and tasty!) herbal folk remedy popularized by esteemed herbalist, Rosemary Gladstar (who inspired the recipe below). This tasty vinegar infusion powered by warming and wellness-supporting ingredients is an especially pleasant and easy way to boost natural health processes, stimulate digestion, and raise your internal thermostat on cold days. Mmm...mmm!...how we love this hot and sweet, zesty, vinegary recipe!

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How to Make Herbal Gomasio

This blog was originally published in 2013. Because it's so popular, we decided to update it for you. Enjoy! 

If you love the aroma of toasty sesame seeds and the oceanic saltiness of seaweed, you might soon find this seasoning blend gracing your dinner table nightly. With just a flick of the wrist, this delicious combination of flavors adds a nutritive boost and subtle richness to just about any savory recipe. 

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DIY Moisturizing Skin Serum

Growing up, I was fed the beauty myth that oily skin is bad. The cosmetics industry pushes the use of harsh, drying soaps and products that strip natural oils to help you get rid of shine. However, those natural oils actually help moisturize your skin. Washing them away can result in overly dry skin, rather than soft and supple skin. Really what you want is skin-loving oils like the serum recipe below paired with a nice, gentle astringent like Wild Rose Facial Toner or Rose Hydrosol for a balanced regimen.

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2016 Winter Gift Ideas

We love being able to offer an array of goods that empower home herbalists and inspire homemade gifts, but sometimes even the best of us DIY folks are short on time. Here are a few ready-made ideas for you and the people you love. Want these gifts to arrive on your doorstep before December 25? Then make sure to order by next Monday, December 12!
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Zero Waste Tips for Buying Less & Celebrating More!

The holidays are the most giving and generous time of the year. They are also the most wasteful. Between Thanksgiving and New Years, Americans throw out about 25 million tons more trash than normal -- a 25 percent increase over the rest of the year. We can change that!

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Cultivating Botanical Diversity through Organic Agriculture

Earlier this fall, we visited our farm that straddles both Oregon and Washington, interrupted by the blue Columbia River running down its middle. The farm's verdant green fields shone brightly against brown, parched hillsides that stretched as far as the eye could see. The irrigated fields provided relief to the eyes, a soft green that promised healthy harvests yet to come.

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Create Your Own Broth Mix Recipes

Soups are one of my all-time favorite things to cook. There is a meditation for me in the chopping, measuring and stirring that goes into making a wonderful pot of soup. Like many of us, I don’t always have the time to make soup from scratch. I’ve also chatted with many folks who are intimidated by making soups and broths—they have a hard time getting the seasoning right so the soup doesn’t taste like bland dishwater. Read More

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The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

Over the last three decades, the Mountain Rose Herbs Team has created and recreated thousands of recipes. This article is the result of many of our staff's combined herbal expertise and passion for herbalism. We hope you enjoy these time-tested recipes.

Recent Posts

American Ginseng: A Forest Grown Future

We are increasingly turning to cultivated herbs and certified organic forest farming to procure at-risk herbs like North American ginseng.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

September 22, 2022

Old Fashioned Pumpkin Spice Cocktail Recipe with Cardamom Bitters

Take pumpkin spice beyond pies and lattes with this seasonal take on a classic Old Fashioned cocktail featuring organic pumpkin pie spice and DIY bitters!
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

September 22, 2019

Quick Fire Cider Recipe with Common Kitchen Spices

If you love fire cider, but you don’t have time to wait, here’s a method that takes half as long! Learn how to make a quick, warming fire cider that has all the kick of a traditional recipe.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

January 4, 2019

Cacao & Vanilla Body Scrub

Looking for a rich-scented scrub to adorn your skin with? This DIY cacao & vanilla body polish uses salt, essential oils, cacao powder, vanilla extract and oil!
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

January 7, 2018

Traditional Fire Cider Recipe (and 2 Tangy Twists)

This traditional herbal remedy of apple cider vinegar, herbs, and heat creating vegetables is the perfect DIY health tonic for daily use.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

September 29, 2017

How to Make Herbal Gomasio

Love the delicious flavor of sesame seeds and seaweed? This wonderful recipe for herbal gomasio makes for a healthful seasoning for veggies, grains, and snacks!
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

May 15, 2017

DIY Moisturizing Skin Serum

Learn how to make your own moisturizing skin serum with organic essential oils. DIY beauty is easy!
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

January 4, 2017

2016 Winter Gift Ideas

2016 Winter Gift Ideas
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

December 7, 2016

Zero Waste Tips for Buying Less & Celebrating More!

Zero waste tips for buying less & celebrating more! Here’s a list of suggestions to help you celebrate the holidays, or any special occasion, while making the planet happy.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

November 16, 2016

Cultivating Botanical Diversity through Organic Agriculture

Cultivating Botanical Diversity through Organic Agriculture
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

November 2, 2016

Create Your Own Broth Mix Recipes

Save time making soup, learn how to make your own broth mixes using dried herbs.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

October 3, 2016