Type
Of Water
The
type of water used in brewing is of some importance. Well,
Spring & Distilled waters are preferred over that which
pours from the tap. You can buy these bottled or collect them
from the source, so long as it's unpolluted & free running.
Rain water is ideal for use except when gathered in smoggy
areas. Tap water can be used as a last resort, but consider
purchasing the bottled variety in the future.
Distilled
water is definitely better than chlorinated, fluoridated,
bacteria-filled tap water. If it's all you have - use it.
Sea
water & Mineral water aren't recommended due to their high
mineral content.
Heating
Fire, gas flame or stove coils will do for heat source. No
microwave. If old-fashioned, try making the brew in a fireplace
or outdoors over a blaze.
Vessel
No
Metal! They're few exceptions in Hebraism. One is Cauldron
brewing. Herbal products prepared with double broilers may also
require metal pots. But in general, avoid metal.
Clear
glass jars work well for solar infusions. Simply place the herbs
& water into the jar & set this in direct sunlight,
preferably outdoors. Leave it there for most of the day. Some
brews included here are made with glass jars of various colors.
Basic
Brew
Not
every brew in this section is made in the following manner. Use
specific instructions where given.
Gather,
grind & mix the herbs. For brews to be drunk, use specific
culinary mortar & pestle for grinding, not the one used for
heavy-duty magickal herbs.
Empower
the herbs with your magickal goal.
Heat
about 2 cups water to boiling. Place about one handful of mixed,
empowered herbs in a teapot or some other heat-proof,
non-metallic container. Pour the water over the herbs. Cover
with an equally non-metallic, steam tight lid. let the herbs
brew for about 13 minutes. Strain through cheesecloth or a
bamboo strainer & use.
Brews
should be used as quickly as possible. If necessary, they can be
stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. After this time, return
them to the earth & create a new brew.
Aphrodisiac:
A Passion Drink
1
pinch Rosemary
2 pinches Thyme
2 tsp. Black Tea
1 pinch Coriander
3 fresh Mint leaves (or 1/2 tsp. dried)
5 fresh Rosebud petals (or 1 tsp. dried)
5 fresh Lemon tree leaves (1 tsp. dried lemon peel)
3 pinches Nutmeg
3 pieces Orange peel
Place
all ingredients into teapot. Boil three cups or so of water
& add to the pot. Sweeten with honey, if desired. Serve hot.
Aphrodisiac
#2
3
Parts Rose petals
1 Part Each: Clove, Nutmeg, Lavender, Ginger
Make
in the usual way, preferably in an earthen pot. Add this mixture
to tea, or serve alone to increase the passions.
Clairvoyance
Brew
3
Parts Rose petals
1 Part Each: Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Bay, Mug wart
Place
in a teapot, fill with boiling water, let steep, covered, for a
few minutes. Remove cover, sniff steam - (not so that you burn
your nose) for a few moments, visualize the mystic scent opening
your psychic awareness, then lie down & prophesize. If you
wish, drink a bit of the brew as well, & let the steam
continue to rise as you stretch your psychic awareness.
Cauldron
Of Cerridwen Brew
1
part each - Bay, tobacco, Damien, Mormon Tea & Broom
(Non-toxic)
-or-
Equal
parts each: Acorns, Barley, Honey, Ivy, Hellebore, Bay
(caution)
-
Boil
water in a cauldron over an open fire. Place all ingredients in
the cauldron. Sit before it & entrance yourself by watching
the flames. Smell its mystic scent & receive wisdom.
Dream
Tea
2
parts Rose Wheat
1 part Each: Mug wart, Peppermint, Jasmine flowers, Cinnamon
Mix,
add one tsp to a cup. Pour boiling water over this & let
steep, covered, for a few minutes. Drink before going to bed to
promote psychic dreams.
Exorcism
Brew
3
parts rosemary
1 part bay
1 pinch cayenne
Mix,
add one tsp mixture to a cup, pour boiling water over the herbs
& let steep for 9 minutes, covered. Drink a few teaspoons a
day, or add to the bath.
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