Refined Bayberry Wax has a beautiful olive green tint and an earthy-sweet flavor. It is often used to make candles. Follow our guide to bring wealth and prosperity into your home.

Bayberry Candles: What’s Special?

Myrica faya can be found on the east coast. These areas were settled by the first settlers. They collected bayberries, and then melted them to make 1 pound of wax. In the 18 th century, candles were made mainly from lard and tallow. Although these ingredients were easier to work with, candles made from lard burned uncleanly and had an unpleasant odor. They would also go rancid.

Bayberry candles took longer to make and were more expensive. These candles were popular for New Year’s Eve, Christmas, and other special occasions. They were believed to bring wealth, happiness, and good health for the family. You might be in a festive mood and want to start a new tradition at home with a bayberry candle.

Vegans might prefer candelilla and carnauba waxes, but candles made from either of these waxes lack the durability because they are too glossy and smooth. Bayberry is a better choice than beeswax because it melts easily to crumbly parts and cuts effortlessly.

How to Make Bayberry Candles

Bayberry candles should be made using only natural ingredients. It takes a lot of effort to burn a 10-inch wax taper. Be ready for some work. This could be done on a weekend, and you should start at least by noon.

You will require:

  • Bayberries – 12-16 lb
  • Large pot
  • Large, heat-proof bowl
  • Container that is heat-resistant
  • Tin can,
  • Chopsticks
  • Beeswax
  • Water
  • Cotton wick
  • Cheesecloth

For candles, we recommend using a 2:2 ratio of beeswax and bayberry. You will be able to spread them out more easily, make candles last longer, and they will be lighter-colored. Toss the berries in a saucepan with 2 inches of water. Let the water boil for about half an hour before allowing it to simmer. Also get information about organic white beeswax!

Two to three layers of cheesecloth are used to cover a bowl. Then filter the berries. Let the liquid cool for a few hours before allowing it to harden. You will eventually be able to separate solid wax. Now weigh the amount of beeswax that you have. Heat both waxes together in a container. Add a few inches of wick. Make sure that the wick is twice as long as the candle you are making.

Use a skewer or a dip to secure the wax. Hot wax can be dangerous to work with. When laying the wax, protect your hands. When dipping candles, you can also use newspaper or kraft paper. As the wax cools, you will see some wax drip down. However, it is possible to remove the wax once the candles have cooled completely.

Soft, tacky and plant-based Bayberry Wax is made from Myrica Faya berries, leaves and pomegranates. We are so happy with how your bayberry candles turned!