Herbal bitters without alcohol.
Bitter drops
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What tradition tells us about the gentian
King Gentius
Pliny reports that the Illyrian king Gentius discovered the plant, hence the name Gentiana. It grows in alpine meadows in the Alps, Pyrenees, and Balkans.
The clear gentian
In the Alps, schnapps has been distilled for centuries from the fermented root, not from the blue flowers. Several kilograms of root are needed for one liter.
The ritual
Half a teaspoon of root, steeped in hot water or left to infuse in cold water overnight, unsweetened before meals: a ritual for all who love bitter flavors.
The profile in the Botanical Archive: benefits, ingredients, home remedies, Ayurveda & TCM and all sources.
What folk medicine used gentian for: in the Botanical Archive →Bitter herb drops: a traditional bitter herb mixture (gentian root, dandelion, artichoke and wormwood) as alcohol-free drops.
At a glance
- Plants (typical): Gentian root, dandelion, artichoke, wormwood
- Form: Drops, preferably alcohol-free
- Tradition: Bitter elixirs from monastic medicine, from theriac to Swedish bitters
- Quality feature: alcohol-free, also suitable for people who avoid alcohol
The principle is bitter, not the price: Traditionally, bitter drops are taken directly onto the tongue, as the bitter taste itself is the key. A capsule that bypasses the taste buds in terms of delivering the bitter substances is, according to this understanding, ineffective. Those who dislike bitterness are better off approaching it through bitter foods: chicory, arugula, grapefruit.
Gentian root · dandelion · artichoke · Wormwood in the Botanical Archive →
What's inside
Aqueous extracts of the aforementioned bitter plants. The label lists the plants with quantities; good products contain no added sugar or artificial flavorings.
How it is taken
Traditionally, a few drops are placed on the tongue shortly before a meal and left to take effect for a moment. The bitterness is intentional; it's the whole point.
Good to know
- Wormwood should not be used during pregnancy, so avoid the entire mixture.
- If you have gallstones, stomach ulcers or duodenal ulcers, consult a doctor before taking this medication.
- Not suitable for pets. We have our animal health section for that.
As always, dietary supplements are a supplement, not a substitute for good food and not a substitute for medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have children, pre-existing medical conditions, or are taking long-term medication, it is advisable to consult your doctor beforehand.
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Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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What was gentian used for in the past?
We explain this in detail in the Botanical Archive: what folk medicine used gentian for, what research says about it today, and with all sources. View portrait →
Where can I find figures and studies on this?
In the nutrient atlas: intake, forms in comparison, quantities and sources. To the nutrient atlas →
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