Digestive tonic: Marjoram Infused Vinegar

This marjoram-infused apple cider vinegar is a two-in-one recipe. If you strain it after just one day, you’ll have a delicately floral culinary vinegar—perfect for dressings or marinades. If you let it sit for two weeks, it transforms into a potent digestive tonic to help with sluggish digestion after heavy meals.

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Making Digestive tonic: Marjoram Infused Vinegar

It’s simple to make, long-lasting, and a great way to preserve that big marjoram harvest. This infusion isn’t just tasty—it’s functional. And like all things we do here at The Farming Chefs, it’s made with whole ingredients and no unnecessary extras.

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Serves:

400 ml infused vinegar

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Time to Prepare:

5 minutes

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Time to cook or cure:

1 day (for culinary use) or 14 days (for digestive tonic)

Skill

Skill

Sterilizing, infusing, safe herbal preservation

servings

Serves:

400 ml infused vinegar

breadboard

Time to Prepare:

5 minutes

hour glass

Time to cook or cure:

1 day (for culinary use) or 14 days (for digestive tonic)

Skill

Skills:

Sterilizing, infusing, safe herbal preservation

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Ingredients & Tools

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon dark mustard seeds
  • 2 small dried chillies
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 clove
  • 1 large bushel fresh marjoram
  • 1 ¾ cups (400 ml) apple cider vinegar

Tools

  • Sterile bottle or jar (500 ml+)
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small funnel (optional)
  • Label and pen

Useful guidelines

  • Use fresh, healthy marjoram—free of spots or wilt.
  • You can slightly crush the spices before adding to release more flavour.
  • Label with the date and intended use (culinary or tonic).
  • Always use clean tools to avoid contamination.

Directions

Simply follow these steps in order to make Digestive tonic or Marjoram Infused Vinegar 

1. Place all dry spices into a clean, sterile bottle.

2. Add the fresh marjoram leaves and gently press them down into the bottle.

3. Pour over the apple cider vinegar until herbs are completely submerged.

4. Close the bottle tightly and label it with the date.

5. For culinary vinegar, strain after 24 hours and store in the fridge.

6. For digestive tonic, let it sit for 2 weeks in a cool, dark place before straining.

Storage

Strain and store the vinegar in a clean glass bottle with a tight-fitting lid. Keep in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened or strained, it’s best to store in the fridge for freshness.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Can I use dried marjoram instead of fresh?

A: Yes, but the result will be less fragrant and slightly more bitter. Use about 1 tablespoon of dried marjoram.

Q: Is this safe to consume if I’m pregnant?

A: The digestive tonic version is not recommended for daily use during pregnancy due to its concentration of bitters.

Q: Can I skip the spices?

A: Yes, but they add lovely complexity. Feel free to omit or swap as desired.

Q: Can I reuse the marjoram?

A: No, discard the used herbs after straining. Their properties will have been extracted.

Q: How do I use the vinegar as a tonic?

A: Dilute 1 teaspoon in 250 ml of water and sip slowly after a heavy meal.

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