History

Rosemary is native to the dry, rocky areas of the Mediterranean, especially along the coast. The
genus name Rosmarinus derives from the Latin words ros and marinus which together translate
to “dew of the sea.” Rosemary has been used since the time of the early Greeks and Romans.
Greek scholars often wore a garland of the herb on their heads to help their memory during
examinations. In the ninth century, Charlemagne insisted that the herb be grown in his royal
gardens. The Eau de Cologne that Napoleon Bonaparte used was made with rosemary. The herb
was also the subject of many poems and was mentioned in five of Shakespeare’s plays.

• Memory Enhancements
• Pain Relief
• Respiratory Issues
• Digestion Aid

Rosemary Simple Syrup

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 3 thumb-sized sprigs fresh rosemary

Cooking Instructions

To make simple syrup, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook, constantly stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Remove the pan from the heat, add the rosemary, and let steep for several hours. Discard the rosemary. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge.

Fill the jam jar halfway with ice. Add juice, simple syrup and gin if using. Shake well. Top off with club soda and serve with a garnish. Serve in the jam jar if you can spare it!

Cranberry and rosemary is a great holiday combination. Although many winter recipes call for warm drinks, this is a refreshing party sipper to enjoy with hors devours. 

Keeps for up to one month in the refrigerator.

 Source: https://www.herbsociety.org/get-involved/12-days-and-8-nights-of-herbal-recipes.html