Nettleaide

A refreshing herbal twist on classic lemonade—infused with the nourishing magic of stinging nettles. This earthy, iced-tea-like drink is rich in vitamins and minerals, offering a gentle way to support your body through the seasons.

It’s grounding, energizing, and just the right amount of tart and sweet. Perfect for warm days, herbal lovers, and anyone looking to add a little green goodness to their cup.

Nettles were the very first herb I connected with on my herbal journey. It felt like they were calling out to me, gently inviting me to listen, to learn, and to use them with intention.

I personally deal with seasonal allergies, and nettles have been a beautiful ally for that. They’re known to help with hay fever, but the key is consistency—it’s not a quick fix. Nettles work best when you start taking them early in the season, allowing their anti-inflammatory and antihistamine properties to build in your system over time.

One of my favorite things I learned during my herbalism studies was the phrase:

“When in doubt, nettle it out.”

Those words stuck with me—and for good reason. Nettles are a true powerhouse. They’re incredibly nutrient-dense, offering a rich supply of vitamins A, C, K, and several B vitamins, along with minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and sodium. They also contain amino acids, polyphenols, and more. Nettles are considered a nutritive herb, meaning they gently support and nourish the body while helping to clear out metabolic waste.

You can enjoy nettles in hot or cold beverages, and they’re also delicious added to food.

And yes, their name isn’t just for fun—stinging nettle will give you a little zap if you harvest them fresh without gloves! But not to worry—once nettles are dried or cooked, the sting disappears completely, leaving behind nothing but goodness. There are so many ways to bring this green magic into your daily rhythm.

Incorporating nettles daily—whether through teas, infusions, or even in a refreshing lemonade—is such a beautiful way to support your body naturally. Their earthy flavor is grounding and nourishing, almost like the plant is moving directly into your cells with love.

Nettles pair especially well with lemon and honey, giving them a light, iced-tea-like taste that’s perfect for spring and summer sipping.

Nettleaide

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp dried nettle (or 4 tbsp fresh nettles)

• 4 cups boiling water

• 1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed

• 1/2 cup honey*, to taste

• 2-4 cups extra water

  
  

Directions

1. Add the dried nettles to a 1-quart mason jar.

2. Boil 4 cups of water and pour it over the nettles in the mason jar. Screw on the lid and gently shake to get the nettles wet.

3. Allow this mixture to sit for at least 2 hours or overnight to get as much of the nettle benefits out.

4. Strain the nettles from the water and add to a glass measuring bowl, enough to hold 8 cups.

5. Add in your freshly squeezed lemon juice and honey*.

6. Add in extra water to fill to 8 cups of liquid in total.

7. Add some ice and serve or drink room temperature. Enjoy!

*If your honey is solid, gently warm some water and add in the honey to dissolve before mixing it into your base nettle mixture. Do not boil the water as this can destroy the honey's beneficial compounds.