When the cold weather hits and everyone seems to have a bit of a sniffle, it’s time to make fire cider. It’s an old-school remedy with a sweet-tart flavor and spicy edge. Herbalists and natural health enthusiasts swear by the stuff, since it’s packed with anti-viral and immune-supportive herbs.
Devotees take the spicy, vinegar-infused tonic by the spoonful with the elusive promise that it helps ward off winter respiratory ailments such as colds and the flu—and they might just be onto something.
Part of the charm of fire cider is its accessibility. While your latest natural health influencer might extoll the virtues of pricy herbal blends with exotic ingredients from far-flung places, fire cider brings the art of folk medicine a little closer to home. After all, you can find most of the ingredients at your local supermarket if they’re not already in your pantry….