Cherry Serenade

Cherry Serenade Pickling & Mulling Spice
Fruity, spiced, and harmonizing—crafted to preserve warmth, vitality, and beauty through the seasons.

Capture the rich essence of late summer and ease into the colder months with Cherry Serenade Pickling & Mulling Spice. This blend brings together tart fruits, warming spices, and golden botanicals to enhance sweet and savory preserves alike. Ideal for pickled fruits, chutneys, spiced root vegetables, or gently mulled drinks, this formula supports digestion, circulation, and seasonal balance with each aromatic infusion.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective
This blend is formulated to support digestive ease, circulate warmth, and fortify qi as the seasons shift:
Asiatic Cornelian Cherry (Shan Zhu Yu) – Nourishes kidney essence, stabilizes qi, and strengthens the body’s reserves
Nutmeg (Rou Dou Kou) – Warms the center, promotes digestion, and helps ground energy
Hawthorn Berry (Shan Zha) – Aids digestion of rich foods, supports the heart, and gently moves blood
Calendula – Soothes digestive pathways and supports mild detoxification
Cassia Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) – Warms the interior, invigorates circulation, and dispels internal cold
Bay Leaf – Enhances digestion and reduces internal stagnation

Southern Folk Craft
Rooted in Southern preserving practices, this blend carries both practical and magical wisdom. Each botanical brings symbolic meaning and gentle support for the body:
Cornelian Cherry (Shan Zhu Yu) – Associated with longevity and protection, helping the body endure seasonal transitions
Nutmeg (Rou Dou Kou) – A warming spice tied to prosperity, clarity, and grounding the spirit
Hawthorn Berry (Shan Zha) – Known for strengthening the heart, both physically and emotionally; used in love and protection charms
Calendula – A golden flower of joy, vitality, and solar energy, long used to uplift spirits and beautify food
Cassia Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) – Brings warmth, attraction, and abundance into the home
Bay Leaf – A symbol of wisdom, manifestation, and health—traditionally added to food and spellwork to bless the home

By incorporating these botanicals into your preserves or beverages, you nourish both body and spirit—transforming the seasonal harvest into intentional, heartwarming ritual.

Flavor Profile
Bold and fruity with tart cherry brightness, gently floral notes from calendula, and a warming base of nutmeg, cinnamon, and bay. Ideal for adding complexity to fruit preserves, pickled roots, chutneys, and cozy mulled drinks.

How to Use
For pickling, add 1 tablespoon per pint jar or 2 tablespoons per quart jar of brine. This blend pairs especially well with stone fruits like cherries and plums, root vegetables like beets and carrots, and tangy chutneys.
For mulling, use 1–2 tablespoons per 2–3 cups of wine, cider, or juice. Simmer gently for 15–30 minutes to infuse.
Adjust to taste—use more for a bold, spiced infusion or less for a subtle, warming note.

Ingredients
Asiatic Cornelian Cherry (Shan Zhu Yu), Nutmeg (Rou Dou Kou), Hawthorn Berry (Shan Zha), Calendula, Cassia Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui), Bay Leaf

Caution
Nutmeg and cinnamon are warming spices—those with heat sensitivities may wish to start with smaller infusions. Hawthorn may interact with heart medications; consult your healthcare provider before use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.