Frontier Co-op
Frontier Co-op Stinging Nettle Leaf, Cut & Sifted 1 lb.
1 lb.Frontier Co-op Bulk Cut & Sifted Stinging Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica) is a high-quality herb with a pleasantly herbaceous taste with a slight bitterness and a faint herbaceous aroma. Nettle is used as a rejuvenating wellness tea, in some foods and as a ingredient in shampoos, hair rinses and skin care products. The fresh leaves irritate the skin, but the "stinging" sensation isn't present in the dried herb.
Directions
To prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 2 tsp. herb. Cover and steep 5-10 minutes, strain and serve immediately.Suggested Uses
In addition to its use as a wellness tea, nettle is popular in shampoos, hair rinses and some skin care products.

Refreshing Spring Tonic
You'll Need:
- 2 cups Apple Cider Vinegar*
- 1/2 cup Frontier Co-op® Stinging Nettle Leaft, Cut & Sifted
- 1/2 cup Frontier Co-op® Organic Dandelion Leaf Flakes
- Optional: 1/2 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root sliced, 1/4 cup raw honey
*We recommend using Frontier Co-op® Apple Cider vinegar Powder. Reconstitute using 2 parts powder and 5 parts water.
To Make:
- Place nettles, dandelion leaf and optional fresh ginger root into a 16-ounce jar.
- Cover herbs with the apple cider vinegar, filling the jar to the top. Stir mixture to make sure herbs are fully immersed.
- Place a piece of parchment paper over the mouth of the jar and cover with lid.
- Let sit for 7 days, shaking daily.
- Strain through cheesecloth or an unbleached coffee filter into a clean glass jar. Stire in optional honey.
- Store in refrigerator for up to one year.
How to Use: Add 1-2 tablespoons to a glass of sparkling water for a refreshing spring beverage, or even use to make a vinaigrette salad dressing!
Sun Infusion Sun Tea
You'll Need:
- 1 tablespoon Frontier Co-op® Stinging Nettle Leaf, Cut & Sifted
- 1 tablespoon Frontier Co-op® Oatstraw Green Tops
- 1 tablespoon Frontier Co-op® Rosehips, Cut & Sifted
- 1 teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Ginger Root, Cut & Sifted
- 4 cups water
- Optional: honey to taste
To Make:
- In a large glass jar, combine all herbs and water.
- Seal the jar and place in a sunny location.
- Allow to steep 3-4 hours in full sun.
- Strain and enjoy!