Handcrafted Swedish Bitters

Swedish Bitters:

Crafted in the heart of Kent by Granary Herbs since 1991, Small Swedish Bitters is a time-honoured herbal tonic made using a traditional blend of carefully selected botanicals. Inspired by a classic European recipe and prepared with the same commitment to quality that has defined Granary Herbs for over three decades, this handcrafted formula combines aromatic herbs, roots and spices to create a rich, distinctive bitter taste. Trusted by herbal practitioners and valued by generations of customers, Small Swedish Bitters offers an authentic herbal experience that reflects the skill, heritage and attention to detail at the heart of every Granary Herbs product.

This powerful combination of herbs was originally put together by Swedish physician, Dr Samst who was said to have lived to 104 years of age. The Senna contained in the tonic is well known for bowel cleansing properties. Traditionally used to help digestion, Swedish Bitters are a popular choice amongst medical herbalists when promoting regularity, maintaining health and energy levels.

This formula became well-known following the publications of Maria Treben, a well-known Austrian Herbalist.

Handcrafted Swedish Bitters
Contains Aloe, Angelica, Artemisia absinthium, Manna, Rhubarb roots, Senna leaves, Theriac Venezian (Blacksnake root, Cinnamon bark, Malabar Cardamom, Valerian root), Zedvoary roots, Carline Thistle roots, Myrrh, Camphor, Saffron, Zingiberis.

Traditional Swedish Bitters Formula – information on the classic blend of herbs associated with the recipe.
Traditional Swedish Bitters Formula

Small Swedish Bitters is inspired by a long-established European herbal tradition that values carefully selected bitter botanicals. To learn more about the history of herbal bitters, the role of bitter herbs in traditional herbal practice, and the botanical origins of many classic ingredients, visit resources from the National Institute of Medical Herbalists, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, and the American Botanical Council.

Bitter herbs have been valued in traditional herbal practice for centuries. Their distinctive taste is believed to stimulate the body’s natural digestive processes, which is why bitters have long been enjoyed before meals. Read more about the traditional use of bitter herbs in this guide from the Botanical Institute.

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