Sage Sore Throat Gargle

Sage Sore Throat Gargle
For the scratch that shows up right when the season turns.

Sage grows thick and silver-leafed in the garden, sharp-smelling before you even touch it — the kind of plant folk tradition has leaned on for generations when a throat goes raw and scratchy. We infuse it slow into raw apple cider vinegar, the old way, until the vinegar turns deep gold and carries all of sage's bite with it.

Vinegar gargles are about as old-fashioned as throat care gets — sharp, sour, a little unpleasant in the way that lets you know it's doing something. A spoonful of honey stirred in takes the edge off, if you want it. Either way, it's simple, direct, and meant to be repeated through the worst of a scratchy week.

Ingredients: Raw apple cider vinegar, sage (Salvia officinalis).

Directions: Dilute 1–2 teaspoons in warm water. Add honey to taste, if desired. Gargle for 30 seconds, then spit out. Use up to 3 times daily as needed.

Cautions: For gargling only — do not swallow undiluted. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist beyond a few days or worsen.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Crafted at Elder Creek Farm · Scott County, Indiana.