A traditional Roman drink to celebrate the Ides of March called ‘Mulsum’
Today on the blog I’m looking at a few of the notable dates and moments coming up this March. The Ides of March, on March 15, is one of history’s most famous days, remembered for the assassination of Julius Caesar and often used as a symbol of sudden turning points. The Ides of March (March 15) was actually a festival day in ancient Rome, long before it became famous for Julius Caesar. It was tied to the god Mars, the Roman god of war and action, and it marked a turning point in the Roman calendar.
Around March 20 comes the March Equinox, when day and night briefly balance before the seasons shift. In the Northern Hemisphere it marks the beginning of spring, while in the Southern Hemisphere autumn begins. This month also brings a rare planetary parade, when several planets will appear together in the evening sky, something that doesn’t happen very often.
March’s full moon, known as the Worm Moon, is traditionally linked to the thawing earth and the return of worms as winter loosens its grip. And as the seasons begin to change, many people also start turning their attention to spring travel plans.
Worm Moon
Here is a folklore-inspired way people celebrated the Ides of March:
🍷 A simple Roman-style drink
Romans often celebrated with mulsum, a drink made from wine mixed with honey.
To recreate it:
- Pour a glass of red wine
- Stir in a teaspoon of honey
- Add a slice of orange or bay leaf
Honey symbolized good fortune and favorable outcomes.
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