Syrups are generally decoctions that have had Sugar or Honey added both to preserve them for longer keeping, and to make them more palatable. The basic making of a syrup follows that for making a Decoction, excepting that once strained and clarified, a sufficient amount of Honey or Sugar is added which is then boiled with the decoction until dissolved, removing the scum as it rises.
Syrups can be made from any decoction; however, they are most appropriate for Lung medicines, especially when Honey is added. Nevertheless, various Syrups for different conditions were prepared and kept ready at the Apothecaries.
Syrups are a good way of keeping decoctions and are preferred by children and 'delicate' people as their taste is more agreeable.
Syrups can be made from any decoction; however, they are most appropriate for Lung medicines, especially when Honey is added. Nevertheless, various Syrups for different conditions were prepared and kept ready at the Apothecaries.
Syrups are a good way of keeping decoctions and are preferred by children and 'delicate' people as their taste is more agreeable.
Syrups from other Systems