Functional herbs can be used in so many ways.

Learn how to make a calming honey vinegar mocktail mixer with this easy recipe.

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Theholiday season can be stressfulfor a whole host of reasons.

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Who doesnt love an elixir that both tastes deliciously tart and tangy and helps combat anxiety?

According to Robinett, this particular combination of functional herbs is called an oxymel.

An oxymel is a tincture or an elixir that uses vinegar and honey as the base, explains Robinett.

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Next, ensure you cover them all with the vinegar and honey of your choice.

Ready to get started?

Fill your jar with the sage, ginger, and lemon balm.

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Then, add equal parts apple cider vinegar and raw organic honey until the herbs and completely covered.

Stir everything together well.

Cover the elixir and steep for a minimum of two weeks, shaking every few days.

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Strain and re-jar the elixir.

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