hist-brewing: Tansy in Ale

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In a message dated 3/5/02 4:38:35 PM Central Standard Time, 
hylander at ihug.co.nz writes:

> I have an abundance of Tansy and it is use it or weed it time - can't
>  see the garden path.
>  Is there any recipes that use tansy as the principle flavouring?
>  
    Not unless you're planning to become a hedge-witch.
    I think I remember from earlier discussions that it's an abortifacient
and therefore not recommended for use in beer, which may be drunk for
other reasons.
    Anybody?

    Scotti
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