Wine is the juice of life – Hildegard von Bingen already knew this. For her, grape juice was far more than a luxury item. She saw it as a medicine for body and soul that, when consumed in moderation, could work true miracles. The herbal wines and elixirs were particularly popular with healers. Here, the power of nature combines with the wisdom of our ancestors to create true health treasures.
Take, for example, wormwood potion, Hildegard's favorite herbal wine. Made from wine, wormwood, and honey, it is considered a panacea for a variety of ailments. It strengthens digestion, stimulates liver and gallbladder function, and has a detoxifying and anti-inflammatory effect. It was not for nothing that Hildegard recommended drinking wormwood potion regularly—ideally as a spring cure for regenerating body and mind.
The parsley drink also packs a punch. The combination of parsley juice, wine, and honey makes it a true cardiovascular tonic. It strengthens the heart, regulates blood pressure, and has a vasodilating effect and promotes circulation. Hildegard recommended it especially to people under stress and high levels of pressure—as a natural tonic for turbulent times.
Another highlight among Hildegard's elixirs is the hart's tongue herb potion . Prepared from the pressed juice of hart's tongue fern, honey, wine, and spices, it is considered an insider tip for the liver and lungs. The potion is considered a unique remedy that cleanses the liver and thus relieves the lungs. Particularly stubborn chronic respiratory diseases are too often treated "only" on the lungs without considering the strain on the liver. This is the reason why chronic lung diseases often fail to heal.
For Hildegard, herbal wines and elixirs were simply part of everyday life. She drank them for strengthening and preventative purposes, but also to treat acute ailments. It was always important to her that the wines and potions be enjoyed in moderation and with caution. Because, as with everything in life, the right balance is key.
Today, Hildegard's herbal wines are experiencing a veritable renaissance. More and more people are discovering the wisdom and healing power of these time-honored recipes. In our online shop, you'll find an exclusive selection of original Hildegard herbal wines and elixirs – from wormwood potion to parsley potion to hart's tongue fern elixir. All handmade according to traditional recipes and of the highest organic quality. Convince yourself of the power of these special drops – here's to your health!