Balanced Bitters Formula
This is a formula for stimulating digestive secretions in cass of poor appetit or poor digestion. Mix together th following:
2 parts dandelion root (key hrb)
2parts orange peel (key herb)
1 part angelica (supporting herb)
1/2 part cardamom (balancing herb)
1/2 part anise (balancing herb and catalyst)
You can optionally add 1/2 part gentian as a supporting herb (which will increase its bitterness, but improve effectiveness). You can also add 1 part peppermint as a supporting and balancing herb to improve the flavor.
Prepare from individual tinctures or macerate at 1:5 in 50% alcohol.