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Whether it’s mint mocktails or basil-infused spirits, the bartender’s garden has what you need to make the best drinks around. Having trouble viewing this email? [View this email on the web.]( [OFA Banner]( [A Bartender's Garden in the Shade]( [Whether it’s mint mocktails or basil-infused spirits, the bartender’s garden]( [has what you need to make the best drinks around.]( [Hero]( Dear Reader, From balconies to back porches to window boxes, herbs might just be the most ubiquitous occupant of the garden. They’re easy to grow, don’t require much space, and replenish themselves regularly. Herbs give and give without asking for much in return. Not only are they easy to grow, but a number of herbs are perennial even in cooler climates. Thyme and oregano will come back year after year. A lavender plant can live well over a decade, producing gorgeous flowers every spring and summer. Under the right conditions, rosemary can grow to a height of 6 feet and spread 3 to 4 feet wide, although it’s also perfectly happy in a small terra-cotta pot on your porch. Ultimately, though, one of the reasons why so many people love planting herbs is the wonderful depth of flavors and aromas that they bring to the table. This was the thought behind Jefferson Brechbühl’s plan when he started the herb garden for the kitchen at Colby Hill Inn. But as his bar began to grow, Brechbühl decided that it might be interesting to take advantage of the flavorful oils and aromas that fresh herbs could bring to his beverages. [Image - Pansy Drinks]( Those experiments led to the “bartender’s garden.” Whether you prefer mocktails or cocktails, the bartender’s garden can provide an array of rich flavors. Floral sweetness, invigorating piney essence, tropical perfumes, lemony zip, refreshing mintiness, and heady licorice flavors are all on the menu with the right selection of herbs. But what should you grow? And which herbs are right for your garden? “The Bartender’s Garden” fills in the flavors, with profiles of 13 different herbs, including which zones they thrive in, how to get the most from different varieties (e.g., chocolate mint, apple mint, spearmint, etc.), tips on how to grow them, and suggestions on the best herb and drink combinations. Even better, there are three delightful drink recipes right from the Colby Hill Inn bar. Enjoy a Chocolate Mint Mojito or a Honey Grapefruit Martini this evening! All that you have to do to get these delicious, refreshing recipes is join The Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club. You get the all-new 2023 The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden Guide, which includes the complete story. Plus, you get access to our complete online library, which includes every single Garden Guide that we’ve ever published. Every Garden Guide is filled with gardening tips, advice, and ideas. You can learn about garden design, trends in gardening, and landscaping, as well as get expert information on ornamental plants, like orchids! Shipping Now! Celebrate your Love of Gardening with The Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Club! [OFIE Image]( Save 31% with your Gardening Club Charter Membership! [Claim your Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club Charter Membership!]( [Yes, place my order!]( Maybe One Recipe? [Image - Bleeding Hearts]( Okay, we’ll share one of these amazing recipes right here. Yes, there is much more in the Garden Guide, but this is just too good not to share. And it might just be the perfect summer beverage. What is it? It’s the Strawberry Lavender Margarita! Start by making a lavender simple syrup. Over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and five lavender sprigs and cook until the sugar is dissolved. Then chop 2 strawberries, add them to a shaker, and muddle with 1 sprig of lavender and 1 ounce of your lavender simple syrup. Then pour in 2 ounces of freshly -squeezed lime juice, 4 ounces of your favorite tequila, and a scoop of ice. Shake well, strain into a salt-rimmed glass, and garnish with a slice of lime. Then? Enjoy as you sit by a lake with a cool summer breeze blowing through your hair. Or, at the very least, find a nice spot in the shade to sit and enjoy your beverage. Shipping Now! Celebrate your Love of Gardening with The Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Club! [OFIE Image]( Save 31% with your Gardening Club Charter Membership! [Claim your Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club Charter Membership!]( [Yes, place my order!]( Herbs to the Rescue [Image - Bleeding Hearts]( It’s true that herbs are fabulous in drinks and dinners, and they also contribute to a number of remedies that help us to heal. That’s just the beginning of the many ways in which we can use herbs. In “Rejuvenate Your Mind and Body,” , in the 2023 Garden Guide, you’ll find six different recipes for luxurious floral and herbal scrubs, oils, toners, and creams. Chamomile, for example, is well known for its calming effects as a tea. These same properties can also provide gentle cleansing for the skin and relieve irritation and puffiness. Learn to make rosewater cream, chamomile toner, lavender spa salt glow, and more when you join the Old Farmer’s Almanac Gardening Club. Become a member of the Old Farmers Almanac Gardening Club today, and you’ll never run out of advice, tips or inspiration! And right now, when you become a Gardening Club Charter Member you will save 31%. [Claim Your Membership Now!]( Summary of Club Membership Benefits Charter Membership in The Old Farmer's Almanac Gardening Club $54.82/year $37.97! You save 31%! The 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac The classic edition has everything you’ve come to expect from the world’s premier Almanac—forecasts, folklore, and more. It’s loaded with the tips, trivia, and insights that make it a family favorite. INCLUDED The Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024 Gardening Wall Calendar Enjoy rich illustrations and useful gardening tips on everything from planting to enjoying your garden. INCLUDED Gardening for Everyone vol. 4 A curated collection of inspiring, colorful, informative, and fun gardening articles and ideas presented in a softcover book. INCLUDED The Old Farmer’s Almanac EXTRA! EXTRA! digital magazine is a monthly treasure trove of updates and Almanac content not found in the printed edition. INCLUDED Complete access to our online library The library packed with Garden Guides, digital Almanacs going back to 2010, over 80 issues of EXTRA! Magazine, and more! INCLUDED 2023 Garden Guide - 128 inspiring pages on vegetables, flowers, herbs, houseplants; also recipes, DIY projects, and more BONUS Join today you’ll be prepared for any gardening project. 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