Description
About wormwood
Wormwood is a silvery-grey, aromatic perennial native to Europe, Asia and North Africa. It is one of the most bitter herbs known.
How it is used
Wormwood is the traditional bittering herb in absinthe and vermouth. It is also grown and dried for aromatic sachets and as a companion plant in gardens.
Common questions
What does wormwood taste like?
Wormwood is intensely bitter, with a sharp, sage-like aroma. A very small amount flavours a large quantity of liquid.
What is wormwood used to flavour?
It is the defining botanical in absinthe and one of the bittering herbs in vermouth, whose name comes from the German word for wormwood.
Can I grow it in the garden?
Yes. It is a hardy perennial with attractive silver foliage, often planted as a border or companion plant.
Craft projects with wormwood
Wormwood has a sharp, lasting scent, which is why it has long been tucked into drawers and wardrobes.
- Drawer and wardrobe sachets: about 3 tablespoons per small cloth bag, tied firmly closed.
- Natural dye: 100 to 200 g of dried herb for every 100 g of fibre, on alum-mordanted wool or silk. Leafy herbs mostly give soft yellows, greens and tans, so dye a sample before a full batch.
A 1 kg pack goes a long way for either use. The project planner gives the quantities and steps for the number of sachets or weight of fibre you have.
Storage
Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Please note
This is a dried botanical product. We make no health claims about it, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication, speak to a qualified professional before using any herb.
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