Triangular Book - Legacy of the Count of St. Germain

Longevity is the key secret of the Count of St. Germain. Centuries of time have dimmed the other, lesser known legends of his immense knowledge, wealth, and mysterious origin. So what did the Count recommend to all those who sought this precious gift of long life? It was the following recipe, presented clearly for the first time in nearly 300 hundred years.

Ingredients

• Senna Pods – 3.90 parts
• Elder Flowers – 2.53 parts
• Fennel – 1.27 parts
• Star Anise – 1.23 parts
• Potassium bitartrate (Cream of Tartar) – 1.00 parts

Note: All herbs should be dried and unprocessed (i.e., not previously powdered or altered). Ideally, they should originate from the Mediterranean region.

Process

• Measure the herbs according to the specified proportions. For instance, if using 39 grams of senna pods, combine with 25.3 grams of elder flowers, and so on.
• Dissolve potassium bitartrate in a small amount of warm water to create a paste. Spread the senna pods on a baking sheet and evenly coat them with the paste.
• Place the baking sheet in a warm (not hot) oven, set to the lowest temperature, to dry the paste. Once dry, remove the pods and combine them with the other ingredients.
• Using a mortar and pestle (or a similar tool), crush the ingredients to a uniform consistency. Aim for a texture suitable for herbal tea, which is finer than coarse chunks but does not need to be as fine as powder.
• To prepare the tea, use one teaspoon of the mixture per cup of boiling water. Steep for 3 minutes. This tea, unlike some senna-based products, is suitable for regular use, such as once a week.