Hawthorne berries

Hi - I made an infusion of Elderberries 2 ounces to a quart of water for 4 hours.

 

My question:  I made an infusion for Hawthorn berries same as above 2 ounces to a quart of water infusing for 4 hours.  These berries are larger than Elderberry and much harder.  The infusion seems weak to me.  Should I be doing something different with Hawthorn berries?  Thank you for your help. S.

 

S, You could either make a tincture with alcohol (Susun’s preferred method of use for Hawthorne berry) or you could make a decoction from the Hawthorne berries, cooking them in the liquid the stove for longer..until the liquid becomes thick.

 

Here is an article on Hawthorne from Susun http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/November08/healingwise.htm

 

Love, Justine