Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1 oz. dried astragalus root
• 1 oz. dried angelica root
• 1/2 oz. dried chamomile
• 1 tsp. dried ginger
• 1 tsp. dried orange peel
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tsp. cardamom seeds
• 10 oz. alcohol (recommended: 100 proof vodka)

Directions:

• Dissolve the honey in 2 teaspoons of boiling water. Let cool.
• Combine the honey and the next 7 ingredients in a Mason jar and pour alcohol on top.
• Seal tightly and store the bitters in a cool, dark place.
• Let the bitters infuse until the desired strength is reached. It’ll take about 2–4 weeks. Shake the jars regularly (about once per day).
• When ready, strain the bitters through a muslin cheesecloth or coffee filter. Store the strained bitters in an airtight container at room temperature.

How to use it: 

Mix this bitters into hot tea or take a few drops first thing when you wake up for protection during cold and flu season.