wHB #247 -Röstadricka - Lemon Barley drink

I found this recipe in one of my old swedish cookbooks

what intrigued me was the use of Barley.

why use barley? and what taste could possibly barley add?

I made some zapping on the web and I found out

that this Barley water was an ancient home remedy,

 that was supposed to clear up the complexion

 and stop the formation of wrinkles.

and more:

Lemon Barley water is an old fashioned tonic 

that was given to the weak as an alternative 

source of nourishment.

I had to try!!

:DD

Röstadricka - Lemon Barley Drink

you need:
2 1/2 - 3 lemons
2 1/2 L water
1 - 1/2 dl sugar (almost 3/4 of a cup)
0,75gr of Barley corn 


wash the Barley under running cold water,
until the water is clear.

boil the water
add the sugar, peel and juice of the lemons
add the Barley and stir.
let cool completely and then filter.


serve cold.
it conserves in the fridge for 3-4 days.
but it is best fresh made.




it is good!!!!

Brigidaa_te:


if you want it sparkling
exchange the Barley with the
same quantity of grains.
leave the filtered juice two days in a cool place
(not the fridge)
and you will find it sparkling
will conserve in the fridge for an other 2 days.

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charming lake..
it is raining, storming and now hot again.

it is truly beautiful!

I send this to Marija from Palachinka 

hosting this week's herbal blogging.

thank you Marija for hosting!!

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