Recipe
Hawthorn flower honey
- Herb:
- Common hawthorn Crataegus monogyna
- Method:
- Honey macerate
- Plant part:
- Flower
About 30 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Fill a jar about one third with flowers, cover with honey, and press lightly.
- Macerate 3–4 weeks, then strain — prepare fruits separately if needed.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Maceration takes weeks; if you use heart medicines or have low blood pressure, check a professional source.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Common hawthorn — Herb card
Honey macerate — Processing method detail