From common weeds and seeds, we'll make our own herbal bitters - long used as a digestive and overall health tonic. This workshop will cover the historic and medicinal properties of "bitters," as well as guidelines for creating great tasting cocktail bitters. Everyone will craft their own 4oz cocktail bitters to take home. 

About the Teacher:

Kelly McCarthy is an herbalist who had her first cup of herbal tea in Vermont, WI, 1999.  She thought it was disgusting. Currently, she works as a clinical herbalist, supporting clients with mental health and digestive issues. She splits her time between Montpelier, Vermont and Philadelphia. 

Cost: $45

Includes all instruction and materials.

Location:

This 2 hour workshop will be held at Hedge Meadow Herbs + Apothecary located at 25 Brodhead St in Mazomanie, WI.

What to Expect/Bring:

Please bring a journal or notepad and a pen or pencil. Herbal tea will be provided but please feel free to bring whatever else you need to take care of yourself.

Accessibility:

Class will be seated. We'll be using alcohol (vodka) to make our bitters tinctures - if you need an alcohol free version, that is just fine! We’ll just need a few days notice so we can have alternatives on hand. 

Please note that you must go up two stairs to access the space.

Covid Safety:

Weather-permitting, he door will remain cracked throughout the duration of class and there will be an air filter running in the space. Masks are not required but recommended. Please use common sense and do not attend class if you’re sick, if someone in your household is sick, or if you know you’ve been exposed to an infectious pathogen.

Cancellation/Refund Policy:

We reserve the right to cancel class at any point due to a lack of interest. If this is the case, anyone who has signed up will receive a full refund.

If you sign up for class but can no longer attend, please let us know at least 48 hours prior to class for a full refund. If you let us know the day prior to class, you will receive a 50% refund. Sorry, but if you cancel the day of class you will not receive a refund.