FLAVORING

LICORICE ROOT

Hibiscus flower imparts berry-like, fruity and floral notes, while adding a vibrant pink/red color. Hibiscus flower can be added during the last five minutes of the boil or during secondary fermentation.

Spearmint is used for its aromatic oil. Pungent, but mild aroma, spearmint is an ingredient in several mixed drinks, such as the mojito and mint julep. Sweet tea are flavored with spearmint and is a summer tradition in the Southern United States.

Just in time for sun and sand fun, add sweet and tangy citrus flavors and make your summertime beer even more refreshing.

Just in time for sun and sand fun, add sweet and tangy citrus flavors and make your summertime beer even more refreshing.

Citrus auratifolia Often used to accent the flavors of foods and beverages, grown all year round and are usually sweeter than lemons.

HEATHER TIPS 2 OZ

Citrus limon Adds a lemon/citrus flavor and aroma. Great for Summer ales and wheat beers.

Artemisia absinthium The principal ingredient in the legendary liqueur Absinthe, wormwood use dates back to before 1600 BC.

Sambucus nigra flora These natural wonders are good for the outside as well as the inside. Elderflowers infused in creams have been used to soften skin, smooth wrinkles, fade freckles and soothe sunburn. They can be used on their own for making wine or ca

Juniperus communis Usually known as the principal flavoring in gin, it is also used to flavor beer and other beverages.

Rosa canina Used in wines, teas, specialty beer and confections, rose hips are a versatile fruit/herb. Rich in vitamin C, the rose hip shells with the seeds removed are the best type to use for wine as seeds can add undesirable tannins.

Aframomun melegueta Also called "Grains of paradise", "Guinea grains" and "Melegueta pepper", these small seeds look like cardamom but have a character all their own.

Hemidesmus indicus The herb takes its name from the Spanish "sarza" meaning a bramble, and "parilla", a vine. It is a misconception that sarsaparilla is the primary flavor of the beverage bearing its name. Refreshing sarsaparilla is made from a root beer

If you're familiar with the taste of Cointreau or Grand Marnier, then you will be thrilled with the flavor that sweet orange peel can add to your Belgian style strong ales and special holiday brews.