Heart Hug Elixir
Cacao can help soothe broken hearts, literally or figuratively. Try this delicious cacao and herbal elixir recipe.
People in Hawai`i and friends around the world continue to be saddened and shocked by the devastation of the fires in Lāhainā and Kula. The horror in the stories of the survivors, the tragic loss of lives, and the loss of homes, businesses, and beloved historic areas are heartbreaking. While fully experiencing these real, human emotions is crucial to true healing, some soothing may be needed.
The following recipe for a heart-soothing cacao heart elixir is from my book. Given the recent events on Maui, I’m share it here. The recipe combines cacao with other plant friends that help strengthen the heart, both the physical heart and the emotional heart.
This delicious elixir is a favorite of mine. I usually add about a teaspoonful to still or bubbly water, but it can be sipped on it’s own or added to a cocktail or coffee drink.
Heart Opener Elixir Recipe
Ingredients
30 grams cacao nibs (or shells)
30 grams dried hawthorn berries
1 handful dried rose petals (about 3 grams)
1 cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
4 cardamom pods
1/3 vanilla bean, split and chopped
1 cup good-tasting spirit, like brandy or rum
1/3 cup raw honey, or to taste
Directions
Put cacao, hawthorn berries, rose petals, cinnamon, cardamom, and vanilla in a pint jar and add alcohol.
Leave for about 4-6 weeks, mixing occasionally. Check to make sure that the liquid covers the spices. Add more alcohol if needed.
Strain the liquid into another jar and mix in honey.
Drink on its own, add to cocktails, or drizzle on deserts.
Make extra to give as highly appreciated gifts. That’s what I plan to do this weekend.
Another option is to start using the infused alcohol after step 2, without straining the cacao and spices. Like an extract made with whole vanilla beans, you can top up with alcohol as you use it. Eventually the flavor will diminish, and you will need to start over.
Take care of yourself out there! And show up in kindness for others. ❤️
My heart is strong with ALOHA for all those impacted or suffering or who have transitioned to a higher plane of existence. Prayers and Blessings going out to Hawaii and Maui on HIGH! The Heart Hug Elixir is perfect for these difficult times, Raven.