Using a mulling spice blend to make your favorite cozy fall and winter beverage is an easy way of adding complexity, aroma, and warmth, as well as adding an immune boosting benefit. The volitile essential oils in cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom are antimicrobial which contribute to their ability to boosy our body’s immune system and help fight colds and flus. These types of warming spices also help to build internal heat to support healthy digestion.
So, in late fall and winter, when there is less diversity of fresh foods,consider adding these spices to your apple cider, hard cider, wine or tea to help keep your body healthy.