Sweet Woodruff Infused Honey – Gentle, Floral Comfort

Sweet woodruff brings a soft vanilla-like fragrance that pairs beautifully with mild raw honey.
By infusing dried leaves and tiny root pieces, you create a soothing winter honey perfect for bedtime teas, warm milk, or simply spread on toast during dark December mornings.
A quiet, calming herbal sweetness with a touch of woodland magic.

sweet woodruff infused honey

Sweet Woodruff Infused Honey

A gentle, floral honey infused with dried sweet woodruff leaves and tiny root pieces. Ideal for bedtime teas, warm milk, and winter comfort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 jar (250 ml)
Course: Herbal Remedy, Infusion, Natural Remedy, Sweetener
Cuisine: Foraged, Herbal
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 ml mild raw honey
  • 1-2 tbsp dried sweet woodruff leaves
  • 1-2 small pieces sweet woodruff root optional, for deeper aroma
  • tiny strip of vanilla or lemon peel optional

Equipment

  • Clean glass jar with lid
  • Wooden spoon or chopstick
  • Strainer optional

Method
 

  1. Add dried sweet woodruff leaves and small root pieces to a clean, dry glass jar.
  2. Pour honey over the herbs until fully covered.
  3. Stir slowly to release air bubbles.
  4. Seal and infuse for 2–3 weeks in a warm, bright place (not direct sun).
  5. Stir every few days.
  6. Strain if desired or leave herbs inside for a stronger infusion.
  7. Store in a cool, dark cupboard for several months.

Notes

💡 Tip: Add a spoonful to warm milk or chamomile tea for a deeply soothing bedtime drink.
⚠️ Note: Always confirm correct identification of *Galium odoratum*. Consume in moderate amounts.

Why This Honey Works

Dried sweet woodruff subtly releases natural vanilla-like compounds that blend beautifully with raw honey.
Together they create a calming, grounding sweetness perfect for winding down at the end of the day.
This honey is especially comforting during winter, offering a soft herbal aroma when mornings and evenings grow darker.

Tips & Variations

  • Add a tiny piece of vanilla bean for extra warmth.

  • Use acacia honey for a mild flavor, or wildflower honey for a deeper tone.

  • For a stronger aroma, let the infusion sit for 4–6 weeks before straining.

  • Stir into hot milk or oat milk for a gentle nighttime drink.

Moon Ritual

Create this honey during the waning moon to support rest, grounding, and release.
This phase has long been associated with slowing down, soothing the nervous system, and preparing for quiet winter nights — making it the perfect time for a bedtime honey.

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