The Greeks and Romans considered borage to be a source of courage and comfort. Blooms are said to have floated in the drinks enjoyed by Crusaders before battle. Today borage flowers made an attractive additions to Pimms, Claret Cups and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Elizabeth Peplow remarks that maybe it is the wine that brings the courage rather than the borage - but adds that recent research indicates that borage brings cheer to the heart and pushes melancholy out of the window.
Borage leaves can be candied before adding to drinks, but as you can see from this photo they can simply be allowed to float on the drink (a glass of chilled rose in this instance) and make a good talking point.
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