Wormwood Juniper Sachet

Foraging

Wormwood is often used as an insect repellent. Dried as a simple sachet, its strong, herbaceous smell infuses any closet of clothes or linens with a warm scent. Or, it can be used in a cellar or pantry to ward off insects. Combine with juniper berries, or any other herb, for added fragrance.

By S. Hollis Mickey / Photography By David Barth Penn | August 06, 2020

Ingredients

Small linen or cloth bag
4—6 dried wormwood leaves with stems
6—8 dried juniper berries

Preparation

Place leaves and berries in the small cloth bag. Hang in a closet, or place in a drawer between linens to scent sheets.

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Ingredients

Small linen or cloth bag
4—6 dried wormwood leaves with stems
6—8 dried juniper berries

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Recipe from Edible Alaska at https://ediblealaska.ediblecommunities.com/recipes/wormwood-juniper-sachet

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