Homemade Energy Gel with Chia & Cordyceps from Four Sigmatic

Outdoorsy athletes can be a funny lot. We claim to value nothing more than immersing ourselves in the natural world, yet some of the snacks we use to fuel these adventures are many, many steps removed from anything that grows from the earth. Lots of popular power bars and energy gels contain an unsettling amount of processed sugars and synthetic preservatives, and the individually wrapped servings generally end up in a landfill (that is, if they don’t escape from your pocket and out onto the trail). For these reasons, I’ve been working on finding my own homemade alternatives to power my activities, finding success with some DIY energy bars and now this energy gel recipe from Four Sigmatic.

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Posted by Jana

DIY Dandelion & Orange Bitters for Digestion

Bitters seem to be all the rage these daysand for good reason! Among their many benefits is their much-touted ability to stimulate digestive function. These dandy-orange bitters are no exception. They make a great all-purpose bitter that’s traditionally been used to support normal digestion and is also quite handy as a bitter for mixed drinks!

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Posted by Mason

Vegan Homemade White Chocolate Bark Recipe (3 Ways!)

Ever since I laid eyes on the beautiful pink peppercorns we offer here at Mountain Rose Herbs, I knew they would make a perfect garnish for a sweet/savory treat like chocolate bark. Our pink peppercorns have a bright, sweet, and very peppery flavor—the perfect match for one of our gourmet salts. Little did I know that we also had the ingredients to make the homemade white chocolate to go with it! So this winter season, I revisited my my memories of this childhood treat and embarked on a journey to find a few preservative-free herbal variations to share with my friends and family.

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Posted by Ek Ongkar

Holiday-Inspired Orange Body Care Recipes

I love the scents of the holiday season. Nothing compares to the fresh, crisp scent of peppermint, or the warm, inviting, and spicy scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves—nothing, that is, except the sweet scent of oranges mingling with spices and chocolate. That distinctive fragrance always evokes childhood memories of my mom and me handcrafting those lovely orange pomander ornaments, made by sticking cloves directly into an unpeeled orange in creative designs. It’s a beloved holiday tradition that I have carried over to my own family!

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Posted by Christina Anthis

Ginger Cookie DIY Lip Balm Recipe


Lip balm is about as much of a staple in my life as water. While some might say that I’m addicted to it, I like to think I’m a connoisseur. Whatever you want to call my love for happy, hydrated lips, I simply cannot go without my beloved stick of soft, smooth goodness. And with a habit like mine, it’s far more cost effective and fun to make my own lip balm than to stock up at the store. Tinkering with different recipes is one of my favorite pastimes; after all, a person can never have too many flavors of
lip lusciousness!

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Posted by Jessicka

DIY Herbal Salt Scrub for Merry and Bright Skin


Midwinter holidays are my favorite time of the year. I adore having a reason to
craft gifts for my loved ones, and I find it so much more satisfying to dance and sing around my kitchen like a happy elf while I concoct individualized creations for everyone on my list, than to fight through traffic and crowds to purchase mass-produced goods.

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Posted by Miriam

DIY Four Thieves® Essential Oil Blend for Wellness

Many aromatherapists and natural wellness folks are familiar with a certain notorious essential oil blend of ne're-do-wells past, a mysterious potion based on a recipe that originated in the 15th century. According to legend, the concoction was created by a group of four thieves and grave robbers to protect themselves from contracting the plague while robbing the bodies of the ill and deceased. When apprehended, the thieves admitted to using the formula and disclosed the recipe in order to receive a less severe punishment for their crimes.

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Posted by Christine

How to Create Your Own Herbal Tea Blends

There are lots of ways to enjoy the goodness of plants, but for accessibility and simplicity, it's hard to beat a good cup of tea. Herbal tea blends are a fantastic way to combine the synergistic qualities of different plant allies, and creating your own allows you to craft steepable combinations that cater to your personal nutrition goals and flavor preferences. With such a wide world of botanicals to choose from, however, it can sometimes be hard to know where to start. Luckily, we've been crafting organic tea blends for decades, and we're all too happy to share some of the strategies we've pick up along the way!

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Posted by Kendle

6 Unique Cookie Recipes to "Win" Your Cookie Exchange

The holidays are here, and that includes the beloved National Cookie Day (December 4th, for future reference)! Enjoy these sweet treats in celebration of this special day!

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Here We Brew a Wassailing: Making Spiced Cyser


Thanks to pop culture references from blockbusters like
Harry Potter and Game of Thrones, mead is experiencing a renaissance. For years, this delicious golden nectar has been saddled with a reputation of being overly sweet, or only to be enjoyed while at a medieval festival or dinner. But no longer! Mead has retaken a seat at the craft beverage table with many metheglins (spiced meads) and fruited meads leading the way. I’ve enjoyed meads with traditional culinary herbs including saffron, cacao nibs, vanilla, ginger, chilies, and cinnamon, as well as more traditional brewing herbs such as mugwort, yarrow, juniper berries, and hops.    

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Posted by Kiley

How to Make “Peppernut” German Spice Cookies at Home

I fell in love with Pfeffernusse cookies at my first real job at a German Deli in Atlanta while in my freshman year of high school. We sold them only during the holiday season, but I would crave them year-round. I loved the warmth from the spices and the firm, chewy texture. I tried a few recipes that I found over the years and was never quite satisfied with the outcome, so I made some adjustments and tweaks in my little kitchen “workshop” and finally came up with a recipe that has all the right notes. I was also happy to find out that by adding a little extra ginger and chilling overnight, this dough is perfect for creating cut-out gingerbread cookies to decorate! 

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Posted by Shelley

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Homemade Energy Gel with Chia & Cordyceps from Four Sigmatic

Get efficient on-the-go nutrition with this all-natural chia energy gel recipe from the mushroom masters of Four Sigmatic. Save money and fuel your next adventure with beets, raw honey, and the adaptogenic benefits of cordyceps.
WRITTEN BY Jana

December 14, 2018

DIY Dandelion & Orange Bitters for Digestion

Learn how to make dandelion and orange bitters to help stimulate digestion. Bonus: Dandy Orange Bitters are also perfect for mixed drinks!
WRITTEN BY Mason

December 11, 2018

Vegan Homemade White Chocolate Bark Recipe (3 Ways!)

Looking for an all-natural vegan version of a winter classic? Learn how to make delicious, gourmet chocolate bark with homemade white chocolate and all-natural ingredients like organic pink peppercorns.
WRITTEN BY Ek Ongkar

December 7, 2018

Holiday-Inspired Orange Body Care Recipes

This holiday season, bring the festive, sweet scent of oranges into your life with these easy-to-make DIY citrusy body care products. These make the perfect holiday gifts!
WRITTEN BY Christina Anthis

December 6, 2018

Ginger Cookie DIY Lip Balm Recipe

If you’re looking for soft and supple lips this holiday season, this gingerbread lip balm recipe is just the trick. Infused with soothing marshmallow root, this ultra hydrating blend, coupled with the bright notes of fresh ginger, will uplift your spirits and keep your lips happy and healthful!
WRITTEN BY Jessicka

November 30, 2018

DIY Herbal Salt Scrub for Merry and Bright Skin

The midwinter holidays give us the opportunity to craft gifts for loved ones. Rather than fighting traffic and crowds this year, craft an easy Merry and Bright Salt Scrub that encourages your favorite people to make time for self-care.
WRITTEN BY Miriam

November 28, 2018

DIY Four Thieves® Essential Oil Blend for Wellness

Learn how to make a four thieves essential oil blend to support well-being in your EO diffuser, green cleaning products, and topical preparations!
WRITTEN BY Christine

November 23, 2018

How to Create Your Own Herbal Tea Blends

Want an herbal tea blend customized to your taste preferences and health goals? Our simple tea blending guide shows you how to build the perfect brew for you in three easy steps!
WRITTEN BY Kendle

November 22, 2018

6 Unique Cookie Recipes to "Win" Your Cookie Exchange

Learn how to make many cookies in celebration of National Cookie Day. Recipes include sugar cookies, spicy cookies, and gluten-free and dairy-free options.
WRITTEN BY The Mountain Rose Herbs Team

November 20, 2018

Here We Brew a Wassailing: Making Spiced Cyser

Mead is experiencing a renaissance as a delicious craft beverage that you can make at home. Learn how to brew "cyser", a mead with apple cider and warming spices, that is sure to become one of your favorite traditions.
WRITTEN BY Kiley

November 13, 2018

How to Make “Peppernut” German Spice Cookies at Home

Learn how to make this classic, spicy cookie at home with this versatile recipe for Pfeffernusse (also known as peppernut or German spice cookies). You can also add ginger to the dough to make rolled-gingerbread cookies, or top with a light glaze to impress your friends!
WRITTEN BY Shelley

November 8, 2018