Ivy New Moon
It‘s the 11th moon cycle of 2023. The focus is sensuality, rebirth, community, darkness, shadow and death.
Ivy, as the ruler of the 11th month is represented by the ogham letter G. The Ivy New Moon is at 6.55pm on Saturday 14th October.
The binding nature of Ivy creates connections among all things, moving from tree to tree. Ivy presents both shelter and ominous darkness, emphasising the coexistence of life and mortality.
Ivy serves as a remarkable teacher, demonstrating to us the ways in which we can advance, collaborate with others for assistance, and navigate through challenging circumstances. Alongside its growth and intertwining nature, Ivy provides both support and safeguarding offering valuable lessons and guidance.
Ivy grows, climbs and weaves with other plants to reach the darkest of places, tolerating conditions most plants cannot. It reaches towards sunlight and seeks nourishment despite encountering various obstacles along its path. This adaptability of ivy serves as a metaphor for our own relationships during the Ivy moon phase.
Ivy is toxic so is not to be consumed but can be used as a teacher and guide. The Druids considered Ivy to be sacred and the feminine sister to the masculine Holly tree - When placed together they offer great balance and wisdom.
Ivy; (Hedera, Araliaceae).
RULER OF THE 11TH LUNAR MONTH
Element: Water
Energy: Feminine
Ruling Planet: Saturn
Symbolism: Protection; Determination; Community; Endurance
Given its remarkable growth and interconnectedness, Ivy serves as a source of support and protection
The Ivy New Moon in Libra holds particular significance in its symbolism and meaning as a time of harmonious relationships, balance, and growth. During the Ivy New Moon in Libra, the celestial alignment emphasises the importance of seeking balance and harmony in our relationships. It is a time to cultivate partnerships, resolve conflicts, and find equilibrium in our interactions with others.
The Ivy New Moon in Libra signifies a period of introspection and reflection on our relationships' dynamics. Prompting us to examine our connections, alliances, and associations. It highlights the importance of nurturing and caring for our relationships during this time.
The dark mysterious taboo aspects of the feminine continue to come into the light. Death and darkness herald transformation.
Before we can transform we need to face the world with the vulnerability and honesty of our true form. To be guided from who we are and where we are at right now. The veil is thinning as Samhain approaches and the Cailleach is rising, are we ready to greet her?
New Moon Cocktail Club (NMCC)
For those who subscribe to the NMCC see below for your recipe… and for those who don’t, you can subscribe here if you’d like to receive a new moon mixer to your door each month.
This month’s New Moon Cocktail Club elixir is an Elderberry & Earl Grey Elixir, made with local elderberries and The Rare Tea Co - the best tea in the world - Earl Grey blend. (If you’re not a subscriber you can just substitute for an Elderberry syrup).
The Chrysalis is an adaptation of the 'Claret Cup' - A cocktail, traditionally made using Claret/Bordeaux red wine, lemon, soda water and sugar. The cocktail or punch dates back to the 1800’s. Many variations were popular during the 1800's, including the addition of bitters, sherry, fruit juice, liqueurs, brandy and champagne. I like this cocktail as it is low alcohol, you can make a non alcohol version by adding
'The Chrysalis'
You will need:
50ml Bordeaux Wine
10ml Elderberry & Early Grey New Moon Elixir (or Elderberry syrup)
3 dashes of Citrus Bitters
Top up with Soda Water (approx 15/20ml)
Rose Petal to garnish.
Place all the ingredients apart from the Soda Water in to a cocktail shaker, add Ice and Stir well until cooled.
Pour into a chilled glass and top up with Soda Water.
For a non-alcohol version use a fruit juice in place of the wine (I recommend a cloudy apple juice, add a little lemon juice if too sweet).
