Elm Street Apothecary

08/09/2026

Sun tea is one of my favorite slow-summer throwbacks.

Quick recipe:
1 Tbsp loose black tea per quart of cool, filtered water
Steep in bright sun for 2–4 hours
Strain, chill, and pour over ice

Black tea brings classic amber color, naturally occurring caffeine, and antioxidant compounds for a bright afternoon pick-me-up. Add citrus, mint, or a touch of honey if you like.

This month’s Herb Box is inspired by nostalgic warm-weather drinks and includes black tea, sarsaparilla root, and sweet birch bark.

For the full box guide, including detailed benefits and recipes, visit the link in bio.

08/09/2026

Each box is designed to help you do more than collect herbs. You’ll get to smell them, steep them, taste them, and learn how they show up in everyday traditions.

Because herbal learning does not have to be complicated. Sometimes, it starts with a cup.

08/03/2026

While I’m making a few behind-the-scenes updates, the email is taking a brief little vacation.😬

For now, the best way to reach us is through our website or by sending us a message right here on Facebook Messenger. We’re still here, still online, and happy to help.

Thank you for your patience—and for continuing to support our small business.

07/19/2026

Elm Street Apothecary has officially moved online!

Closing the physical storefront was a big transition, but this is not the end—it is the beginning of a new chapter.

You can still shop loose-leaf tea, request custom blends, and explore our Herbal Subscription Box online. Quad Cities customers can also continue choosing local pickup at checkout.

Right now, first-time monthly subscribers can receive a free standard herb box when they begin their subscription. You pay shipping and handling, and this offer is available for a limited to the first 50 people.(Apply code FREEBOX at checkout)

Thank you for continuing to support this small business as it grows in a new direction.

06/01/2026

Come stock up!!

05/20/2026

Hours for the rest of the week:
Wednesday: 2pm-6pm
Thursday: 2pm-6pm
Friday 12pm-6pm
Saturday 12pm-6pm
Sunday 12pm-5pm

05/15/2026

Hours for the rest of the week:

Friday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

See you this weekend!

04/29/2026

Back in stock! Nelson’s Tea Favorites along with Hibiscus!

Our Kickstart is at 17%!!!! Thank you and please share the link below!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/herbalteabox/the-herbal-discovery-box?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Herbal&total_hits=255

04/26/2026

Day 6 update: we’re at 16% funded on Kickstarter! Thank you so much for the support so far. If you’d like to help move this project forward, please take a moment to back it, share it, or send it to someone who would love what we’re creating.

04/22/2026

Local support makes a real difference for small businesses. If you’ve ever stopped by Elm Street Apothecary, shared a post, or encouraged us along the way, this Kickstarter is another way to stay involved and support our vision for the future. Backers can also choose from a few reward options, including digital and subscription-based tiers!

A hands-on monthly herb box for curious beginners