apothecary

December 22, 2025

Spices, Spirits, and Survival: Winter Remedies in Colonial St. Augustine

In colonial St. Augustine, winter medicine was shaped by two realities: people still got sick, and supplies were never guaranteed. Apothecaries had to treat coughs, aches, […]
July 26, 2025

What the Apothecary Knew: Healing with Herbs Before Modern Medicine

Before the age of X-rays, antibiotics, and sterile environments, healing was grounded in nature. In 18th-century St. Augustine, apothecaries served a vital role in preserving life […]