Sweetfern Tonic Tea

An herbal tonic blend built around sweetfern — a fragrant, warm-spiced shrub of the high sunny ridges of the Canadian Shield. Earthy, full-bodied, with a robust herbal-spice character.

Details

• Herbal tonic blend

Ingredients

• Sweetfern, nettle, red clover, raspberry leaves, burdock, yellow dock, dandelion

Traditional uses

Sweetfern (Comptonia peregrina) has been used in North American Indigenous herbal practice for centuries — traditionally used as a tonic and for skin conditions. The supporting herbs in this blend (nettle, red clover, burdock, yellow dock, dandelion) are classical Western herbal tonics, traditionally combined for nourishment and gentle cleansing.

Suggested use

Heat water to 85°C / 185°F. Steep covered for 3-4 minutes. May be re-brewed for 2 or 3 infusions. Honey enhances the warm, spicy character.

Care & safety

Contains burdock and yellow dock — those on diuretics, blood thinners, or with kidney conditions should consult a healthcare provider before regular use. Avoid in pregnancy.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container.

This information is for educational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.