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RE: THE EDIBLE OUTDOORS #5 - Sassafras
I'm based in England and there used to be a herbalist who brewed and sold the root tea . It was served in pint mugs . The aroma in the shop was divine as was the drink. Its well worth it. I've tried growing it here but with no luck
Back in the 1800s in England, there was a popular drink called "saloop" which used Sassafras as the main ingredient. I actually drink finished a glass of the root tea as I was noticing your comment. The scent certainly is a pleasant aroma.
..... 1800's ? I'm old but not that old ...I'm talking fourty odd years back though...
I was just mentioning that Sassafras has a history of being enjoyed in your country. I never meant for you to think that I thought you were two hundred and some years old.
It was the #2 export behind tobacco. They believed it cured everything but especially syphilis which was just taking off apparently
Interesting history. Thanks @sireland!