Sliced zedoary root

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Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria) is a root that Hildegard of Bingen recommended for making your own “zedoary elixir.” When cooked in wine and mixed with galangal and honey, it creates a flavorful herbal elixir inspired by the Hildegard tradition.

What makes sliced zedoary root so special?

• Traditional Hildegard use: Passed down for centuries in Hildegard’s teachings.
• Easy to use: Perfect for simmering with wine and honey.
• Mild, spicy flavor: Great for herbal elixirs.

Properties of zedoary root:

• Zedoary – a time-honored plant described in Hildegard’s writings.
• All-natural and free from artificial additives.
• Often combined with galangal – a classic pairing in the Hildegard tradition.

Tip:
For a zedoary elixir, simmer 30 g zedoary root and 24 g galangal root in 1 L wine with 120 g honey for 5 minutes, then strain and enjoy lukewarm.