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Recipe By Elly Cooke Ross, Savory Spice—South End/Charlotte, NC
Recipe By Elly Cooke Ross, Savory Spice—South End/Charlotte, NC
This is a soothing, mild, caffeine-free herbal tea blend made from some our favorite seeds and whole spices. Make up a batch for yourself and share a batch with a friend.
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View full detailsFor tea blend: Choose which blend you want to make then mix all three spices together. Store tea blend in a sealed container. Makes 1 cup of tea blend to yield about 20 cups of brewed tea.
For 2 servings of brewed tea: Add 1 1/2 Tbsp. of either tea blend to 3 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 min. Remove from heat and strain. Transfer to tea mugs and stir in any additions to taste.
Dips are the easiest way to turn a gathering into a party! This is a crowd fave that pairs well with bread or with a fish entree.
This is a customer and spice merchant favorite. Sweet black garlic combined with cream cheese and crunchy walnuts makes for a great veggie dip or sandwich spread.
Move over onion soup mix! Make your own version of onion dip using several of our dehydrated and freeze-dried onion products.
This apple butter is great for morning toast and breakfast biscuits. It's something the whole family can enjoy!
This really is the easiest dip recipe ever. Change it up each time for your audience: tailgating, backyard barbecue, book club, holiday potluck, etc.
Super simple and very flavorful infused oil fit for a South American-style appetizer.
A tasty classic honey mustard that is sure to please!
Wonderful crowd-pleasing recipe to make for holiday guests or parties!
An easy savory spread with the flavors of an everything bagel and cream cheese.
An extremely quick and simple salsa verde that can be served with chips or any of your favorite Mexican-style dishes.
You'll want to keep this butter close by for pancakes & waffles, veggies, and every piece of toast.
A savory dish that is great for game day or game night.
Dig deep and dig in to this iconic dish inspired by flavors from our store in the Windy City.
They say gator tastes like chicken, but honestly, this is even better.
This colorful focaccia shines with sunny, sumac-based Za'atar Seasoning and sweet tomatoes.
Basically doughnut ravioli.
If your favorite part of s'mores is the chocolate, then this one's for you.
Unlock layers of flavor by toasting whole spices in this rich, silky, vegetarian curry.
A creamy, dreamy combo of two of your favorite summer treats.
Salmon + coffee = a match made in Seattle heaven.
The best part of any adventure is the snacks you eat along the way.
Cinnamon and Homestead Seasoning give a standard chili base a sweet & spicy twist. Served with cinnamon rolls like they do in Nebraska, this recipe is sure to become a weekday winter go-to.
A quick and easy tempura batter gives these bright and fresh fish tacos the crispy, golden coating you crave.
Also called esquites, this layered salad packs all the flavor of elote into a portable package.
Mexican Street Corn Seasoning and a cream cheese swirl revamp classic southern cornbread into a savory, citrusy summer treat.
Make these to share or, honestly, keep them to yourself. They're that good.
Everyone's favorite holiday and potluck appetizer, upgraded with luxurious black truffle and creamy horseradish.
Easy to prepare and simply delicious, these spiced nuts have warm holiday spices and sweet vanilla. Great for serving to holiday guests! They are also perfect for taking to ball games, to top salads with, or to add to homemade granola.
An easy-to-make appetizer that is sure to impress.
*You can substitute honey for the corn syrup. You can use any nut mixture you would like, but we found 2 cups mixed and 2 cups pecan halves to be very nice.
The perfect bar snack gets even better with a soft pretzel made with the flavor of dark beer and a little bit of heat.
Warm spiced cashews with a hint of cayenne spice make the perfect holiday snack!
These are delicious treats that can be served as an appetizer or a dessert. They taste great with a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of red wine.
A super simple roasted potato, elevated by a garlic pepper dipping aioli.
Who doesn't love a good mug of hot cocoa? You can make a simple hot chocolate with our Dutch Cocoa Powder. Or you can spice it up! Make it minty with Peppermint Vanilla Bean Sugar. Add a chile kick with our Mayan Cocoa. Or give it a cinnamon infusion with our Mexican Cocoa.
A traditional bloody mary to accent any great brunch.
This amazingly tastes like eating a taco in meatloaf form. Yummy, easy and less messy than a taco dinner.
Using a high-quality vanilla extract and fresh ground cinnamon makes all the difference in this refreshing, Mexican-inspired beverage.
A quick and easy homemade sausage makes this the perfect weeknight pasta dish. It's even better the next day after the flavors meld, so it makes a great leftovers lunch.
A classic favorite with Italian ingredients like Parmesan, pasta, and mozzarella.
These taste like the real deal! Perfect with a glass of milk and a youthful attitude.
This is the perfect, not-too-sweet coffee or tea cake for a weekend brunch.
A warmly spiced cupcake, perfect for autumn!
Ripe raspberries and Pink Himilayan Sea Salt turn a classic lemon drop into a pretty-in-pink poolside cocktail.
Sweet Jamaican Allspice and minty California Bay Leaves give this refreshing Cuban cocktail layers of complex flavors.
Complement the warm, woody whiskey with rich, creamy vanilla beans.
"Spagliato" might mean "mistaken" in Italian, but adding a fruity, floral splash of Orange Flower Water to this chic cocktail is definitely the right move.
This hot mulled cider invites good health and was traditionally drunk from a large communal bowl, symbolizing friendship and togetherness.
This luxurious, soul-warming elixir is perfect for sipping and getting cozy on a cold night.
These slightly smoky sugar cubes are great for iced tea or a cocktail.
An absolutely delicious and refreshing lemonade made unique by using Whiskey Barrel Smoked Sugar. Use frozen peaches instead of ice cubes to add an even more Southern twist.
A brunchtime favorite in a flash!
A summery drink with flavors of citrus and watermelon, balanced with a little savory saltiness.
With different flavored sugars and spice combinations, you can take your whiskey cocktails in so many creative directions with these easy infusion instructions.
A delicious and beautiful twist on a margarita!
If you want to impress your brunch guests, make this this dark yet flavorful twist on a classic Bloody Mary. We layered unique smoke and charcoal notes on top of familiar celery, dill, and pickle flavors. The color alone is definitely a conversation starter!
Sweet honey powder and tart pomegranate molasses perfectly balance to make this tasty cocktail.
A Mexican take on a Bloody Mary. Perfect for beer and brunch lovers alike!
This tart and tangy smoothie will brighten your day. Make-ahead tip: Prep a double, triple, or even quadruple batch of the hibiscus tea base and keep it in the fridge for faster smoothie making during the week.
Green smoothies don't have to taste like kale. Sweeten them up with seasonal fruits and these flavor-boosting add-ins.
A delicious, chocolatey smoothie with a secret ingredient! Tofu makes this a creamy, protein-packed breakfast or pre-workout snack.
Tasty and healthy smoothie to jumpstart your immunity! You can customize your smoothie with your choice of the add-ins.
Sweet and refreshing, this is a limeade recipe that is sure to impress!
Don't get stuck in a rut with your morning coffee. With Savory's flavored sugars you can create a mocha, vanilla, or maple coffee with the stir of a spoon.
Skip the lines and get your pumpkin spice fix at home with this easy, customizable version of fall's favorite beverage.
This is a hot chocolate for all ages. The adults will be impressed you spiced up a wintertime classic, and the kids won't even notice that you snuck veggies into their favorite chocolaty drink.
Mulling isn't just for the holidays! Use leftover Mulling Spices or Chai Spices to make this cool and refreshing summer treat.
This is a soothing, mild, caffeine-free herbal tea blend made from some our favorite seeds and whole spices. Make up a batch for yourself and share a batch with a friend.
Here's a great way to add a kick of heat and cinnamon to your favorite bourbon. Make a double batch for game day or a backyard barbecue. We guarantee it will disappear quickly!
This recipe makes a warming spice blend that you can stir into hot water for a daily shot or turn into a hot toddy for a tea-like sipping beverage.
Homemade marshmallows are easy to make and a fun project for kids. Flavor your marshmallows with your favorite extract.
This gorgeous, refreshing treat is perfect for backyard summer BBQs or fancy dinner parties.
So simple, but unbelievably good. You may never use store-bought coffee creamer again once you try this easy DIY creamer recipe. Make it and give it away as a unique holiday gift!
Move over Starbucks, there's a new peppermint mocha in town. Use to sweeten your coffee, hot tea, or favorite cocoa. Make along with our Cinnamon Streusel Creamer for a unique holiday gift!
This is an easy way to preserve those gorgeous summer cherries.
Spice up cocktails, ice cream, pound cake, or rice pudding with this simple and special homemade treat.
When you want to knock your guests' socks off with an impressive cocktail, make this.
This is the perfect cocktail for peach season. It's refreshing and sweet, spiked with a sugar-based seasoning inspired by the classic flavor profile of spiced peaches.
The best part of waking up is having your coffee all ready to go. We like that you can experiment with different ingredients, so the recipe never gets old.
Homemade eggnog is so easy to make and so much tastier than the store-bought stuff.
A festive cocktail for holiday celebrations like Christmas, New Years, or Valentine's Day. Leave out the alcohol to make a special treat for a Mother's Day brunch or baby shower.
A chocolate-infused twist on the most classic of cocktails.
There are so many uses for this rich, fruity syrup that you'll probably want to make a double batch.
An adult version of sipping on chocolate-infused sweet cereal milk.
This easy "Irish" cocktail (or mocktail) is perfect for a winter weekend brunch.
Featuring our Vanilla Bean Sugar and cherry extract, this is a flavorful front porch sipper named after a North Carolina mountain famous for its moonshine history.
This is a DIY infused vodka inspired by the flavors of gin.
This is a fun spring or summer cocktail mixer or front porch sipper.
A unique twist on the classic Bloody Mary!
This front porch sipper was submitted by the creative spice merchants from our Charlotte, NC, store. Our North Carolina friends say it's best enjoyed sitting in a rocking chair.
Skip the coffee shop and treat yourself to a warm mug of sweet-spiced nostalgia.
The perfect drink for before or after a workout session!
You'll want to keep this butter close by for pancakes & waffles, veggies, and every piece of toast.
A savory dish that is great for game day or game night.
An easy savory spread with the flavors of an everything bagel and cream cheese.
An extremely quick and simple salsa verde that can be served with chips or any of your favorite Mexican-style dishes.
Super simple and very flavorful infused oil fit for a South American-style appetizer.
A tasty classic honey mustard that is sure to please!
Wonderful crowd-pleasing recipe to make for holiday guests or parties!
This really is the easiest dip recipe ever. Change it up each time for your audience: tailgating, backyard barbecue, book club, holiday potluck, etc.
Move over onion soup mix! Make your own version of onion dip using several of our dehydrated and freeze-dried onion products.
This apple butter is great for morning toast and breakfast biscuits. It's something the whole family can enjoy!
Dips are the easiest way to turn a gathering into a party! This is a crowd fave that pairs well with bread or with a fish entree.
This is a customer and spice merchant favorite. Sweet black garlic combined with cream cheese and crunchy walnuts makes for a great veggie dip or sandwich spread.
Dig deep and dig in to this iconic dish inspired by flavors from our store in the Windy City.
They say gator tastes like chicken, but honestly, this is even better.
This colorful focaccia shines with sunny, sumac-based Za'atar Seasoning and sweet tomatoes.
Basically doughnut ravioli.
If your favorite part of s'mores is the chocolate, then this one's for you.
Unlock layers of flavor by toasting whole spices in this rich, silky, vegetarian curry.
A creamy, dreamy combo of two of your favorite summer treats.
Salmon + coffee = a match made in Seattle heaven.
The best part of any adventure is the snacks you eat along the way.
Cinnamon and Homestead Seasoning give a standard chili base a sweet & spicy twist. Served with cinnamon rolls like they do in Nebraska, this recipe is sure to become a weekday winter go-to.
A quick and easy tempura batter gives these bright and fresh fish tacos the crispy, golden coating you crave.
Also called esquites, this layered salad packs all the flavor of elote into a portable package.
Mexican Street Corn Seasoning and a cream cheese swirl revamp classic southern cornbread into a savory, citrusy summer treat.
Make these to share or, honestly, keep them to yourself. They're that good.
Inspired by a dish made popular by Patillo’s Bar-B-Q in Beaumont, Texas, this sweet and smoky sausage gets its name from the flavorful, orange grease it releases as it cooks.
Pikes Peak Butcher's Rub elevates simple and summery steak kebabs without any extra effort!
A slightly sweet take on cozy, classic Chinese dumplings.
Warm, mild, and comforting, this classic Indian dish uses Garam Masala and tomatoes to make chickpeas the star of any mealtime show.
Ripe raspberries and Pink Himilayan Sea Salt turn a classic lemon drop into a pretty-in-pink poolside cocktail.
Homemade boudin patties sit atop a golden cornmeal waffle throne, crowned with a poached egg and hot honey hollandaise. A benedict fit for a king at your next brunch coronation!
Combining sweet, warming spices with ground peanuts creates a flavorful crust with a satisfying crunch on these crave-worthy kebabs.
Not just for fish tacos, this versatile, spicy-sweet blend makes the perfect coating for these summery shrimp skewers.
A brown sugar brine makes every bite of these easy, smoked chicken legs juicy and dripping with flavor.
A quick and easy summer salad, full of bright fruits and vegetables. Perfect for a quick lunch, at home or prepped for work.
Extra cinnamon and amaretto give this classic Mexican dessert a delightful horchata twist.
The trick to crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside tostones is to cut and smash them to just the right thickness.
Sweet Jamaican Allspice and minty California Bay Leaves give this refreshing Cuban cocktail layers of complex flavors.
This crispy catfish could not be more simple or more delicious.
Fruity, tangy, and floral, these show-stopping sandwich cookies taste as good as they look.
