The Astrology of Lemons

The foodstrology of Lemons

lemons are associated with Sun/Moon, Water/air & cancer/leo

Lemon is ruled by both the Sun and the Moon. It is in that paradox that we see their true relationship to one another - a cleansing energy. We cleanse in the light of both of these luminaries. Bright and warm, lemons are illuminating themselves. Yet, too much can be harmful and acidic - just like spending too much time in the Sun. Here, we see how we need to have that balance of light and shadow in our lives like that of the times of day and night. It associated with Cancer and Leo and the elements of Air and Water.

In thinking of the properties of lemon, it has a focus on purifying, cleansing, cleaning, happiness and decision making. Lemon often is correlated to Litha, which falls on the Summer Solstice - the first day of Cancer, furthering its connection with the sign. In blending the properties of Cancer and Leo or the Sun and Moon, Lemon’s ability to aid in decision making shows the power in bringing these energies into alignment (the internal and external self) - much like a perpetual New Moon. It is true clarity - a beginning and action.

In Tarot, it would relate to the High Priestess, Moon and Sun. This is a journey into the depths and using your intuition to guide you, only to come out into a light - bright and optimistic. Yet, the time in the shadow is just as important. Lemon’s element of Water comes from its tie to the Moon, often used in ritual baths or floor washes. It cleanses, much like Water - and yet it uplifts like Air and the Sun, itself. The duality of Lemon lives in its ability to be protect and purify. Existing in the space in-between and knowing you can’t have one energy without the other. It is only in the balance that we can activate the high properties in this citrus fruit.

Use lemon in healing or alleviating stomach pains (Cancer rules the stomach) and increase your immunity and help with circulation (Leo rules the heart and circulation - and the Sun is vitality).

Lemon cocktail recipes

A Sub Continental - classic lemon cocktail (pictured here)

• 1 1/2 ounces dry gin

• 3/4 ounces dry vermouth

• 3/4 ounces of fresh lemon juice

• 1/2 ounce of simple syrup

• 1 lime wedge for garnish

Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Shake and fine strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a Lime or Lemon.

Oliveto - an italian tradition

• 2 ounces dry gin

• 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 ounces simple syrup

• 1/4 ounces licor 43

• 1/2 extra virgin olive oil

• 1 fresh egg white

• 4 large ice cubes

Combine the ingredients in a shaker with the ice. Shake until most of the ice is gone. Strain and enjoy!