Herbal Delights by C. F. Leyel [EPUB: 1447446224]

• Title: Herbal Delights – Tisanes, Syrups, Confections, Electuaries, Robs, Juleps, Vinegars, and Conserves
• Author: C. F. Leyel
• Pages: 432
• Publisher (Publication Date): Read Books (March 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1447446224
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“Herbal Delights” is an encyclopaedia of herbs and spices used to make tisanes, syrups confections, electuaries, juleps, vinegars, and conserves. Each herb is described in detail and coupled with information concerning its other names, habitat, parts used in herbalism, and more. This vintage book will appeal to those with an interest in herbs and spices, and it would make for a fantastic addition to culinary collections. Contents include: “Aromatic Tisanes”, “Cordial Herbs”, “Cooling Herbs”, “Refreshing Herbs”, “ Refreshing Herbs―cont.”, “Pot Herbs”, “Spices”, “Spices―cont.”, “Natural Perfumes”, “Cosmetic Herbs”, “Cosmetic Herbs―cont.”, “Witch Hazel”, “Strawberry”, “Quince”, “Lupins”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on herbalism.