Guelder Rose Bark

Guelder Rose Bark, a Woodland Bark Tea

Guelder Rose Bark comes from Viburnum opulus, the guelder rose, a flowering shrub with snowball white blossoms and glossy red berries found across Europe and North America. Its bark has been gathered and simmered in folk herbal traditions for generations, and today it makes a woody, earthy cup for slow, unhurried moments.

🌸 Why You’ll Love It

• A woody, earthy, slightly bitter flavor
• A rich folk history across Europe and North America
• Pairs beautifully with warm spices and honey
• A grounding companion for quiet evenings

🍵 How to Use

• 1 to 2 teaspoons dried bark per cup of water
• Simmer (about 200°F) for 15 to 20 minutes, covered
• Flavor: earthy, woody, and slightly bitter. Lovely with mint, chamomile, cinnamon, or a drizzle of honey.
• Enjoy up to 2 to 3 cups daily
• Also lovely added to a warm bath

🌿 Pairs Well With: Raspberry leaf, motherwort, chamomile, ginger root, skullcap.

⚠️ Safety Notes

• Not recommended during pregnancy.
• Use caution if you have low blood pressure.
• Use caution with muscle relaxants or sedatives.
• Avoid if allergic to plants in the honeysuckle family.
• Talk with your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant or nursing, take any medication, or have a health condition.

✨ Ritual: Simmer Guelder Rose Bark with fresh ginger and honey. As you sip, breathe deeply and let yourself soften and settle.

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