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  • Twilight Orchard citrus cranberry mocktail with rosemary citrus salt rim and thyme sprig
    Kitchen Witchery,  Mocktails

    Twilight Orchard Mocktail (Two Ways)

    May 27, 2025 /

    Some drinks are simple. Others… feel like rituals. The Twilight Orchard is a drink that captures the space between worlds – a soft glow, a whisper of citrus, a little fruit, and a little fire. It’s a celebration of transition, perfect for slow evenings, quiet connections, or just treating yourself with intention. This citrus cranberry mocktail comes in two versions, each with its own energy and flavor profile: Whether you offer both as part of a mocktail flight or choose your path based on your mood, the Twilight Orchard brings beauty and flavor to every glass. Why You’ll Love this Citrus Cranberry Mocktail: This is more than just a non-alcoholic…

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    Wild May Cup Mocktail – A Fresh & Herbal Beltane Inspired Drink

    May 15, 2025 /

    There’s something undeniably enchanting about early May – when the garden bursts into bloom, the air smells green and alive, and every meal feels like a celebration. That’s exactly the spirit behind the Wild May Cup Mocktail, a vibrant blend of fresh berries, mint, citrus, and aromatic bitters. This spring mocktail was inspired by Beltane, a cross-quarter festival rooted in ancient Celtic tradition that celebrates fertility, fire, and new growth. Traditionally, revelers would sip herbal May Cups – infused with blossoms, herbs, and wine – to honor the season. This non-alcoholic version captures that same energy with a playful mix of ingredients that feels both grounded and joyful. The Wild…

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Sunflower and wheat watercolor illustration Today’s Magic: As August begins, the golden light of late summer spills across the fields. The first harvest festival, Lammas, marks a time of abundance, gratitude, and quiet transformation. Gardens offer their gifts, and the year subtly begins to turn. Notice what’s ripening—not just in nature, but in your life.

“August carries a quiet kind of magic. The sun is still strong, but the edges of the days begin to soften. Every ripe tomato, every golden stalk of grain, every sunset that lingers—these are the blessings of the season’s heart.”

Let today be a little ritual:
Pause and honor something you’ve brought to fruition. Step into the sun, harvest herbs or tomatoes, bake something golden, or light a candle in thanks. Write down one thing you’re proud of growing—within or around you.



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