Bitters according to Hildegard of Bingen, 100 ml

What are bitter compounds?

Bitter compounds are naturally occurring plant constituents that are primarily known for their characteristically bitter taste. They occur in numerous herbs, wild plants as well as in the roots, leaves, barks, seeds and peels of various plants. In earlier times, bitter flavour notes were a natural part of the daily diet, as many original plants contained significantly more bitter compounds than modern cultivars.

Chemically, bitter compounds are not a single active substance but a diverse group of different plant compounds. Depending on the plant, composition, flavour and bitterness intensity vary considerably. For this reason, bitter plants have traditionally often been combined. Each plant contributes its own characteristic bitter profile and thus helps to create a balanced overall flavour in an herbal blend.

Bitter plants have a long tradition and are found in many cultures. They were valued in European monastic knowledge as well as in the traditional herbal knowledge of other regions of the world. Hildegard of Bingen also described various plants and spices that are now considered classic bitter plants. Many traditional recipes share the common feature of combining different herbs rather than relying on a single plant.

Over time, however, bitter compounds have increasingly disappeared from the modern diet. Many fruit and vegetable varieties have been selectively bred for a milder taste, so their natural bitter compound content is often lower than that of their original ancestors.

Herbal bitter tinctures and bitter herb blends draw on this long tradition. They bring together selected bitter plants in concentrated form and make it easy to integrate the characteristic taste of classic bitter herbs into everyday life.

What sets our bitter compounds apart?

Over 20 selected bitter plants and spices

Our bitter herb tincture unites more than 20 carefully selected herbs, roots and spices. The variety of plants used provides a harmonious and multi-layered bitter profile – in the spirit of traditional herbal recipes.

Inspired by the herbal tradition of Hildegard of Bingen

The formulation is based on the European monastic tradition and the inherited knowledge of bitter plants. The focus is on the interplay of many selected herbs rather than a single bitter source – traditional, balanced and authentic.

50% alcohol as a tried-and-tested extraction solvent

A 50% alcohol content is used for production. Alcohol has been regarded for centuries as a tried-and-tested solvent for the gentle extraction of plant constituents and also contributes to the natural preservation of the tincture.

Without sugar and unnecessary additives

Our bitter tincture contains no sugar, no sweeteners and no colourings, flavourings or preservatives. The characteristic taste comes exclusively from the herbs, roots and spices used.

Light-protected in the amber glass bottle

The high-quality amber glass bottle protects the tincture from light. Thanks to the integrated pipette, the drops can be dosed easily, cleanly and precisely – ideal for daily use.

Full transparency regarding the ingredients

We value an open declaration of all plants and herbs used. Every ingredient of the bitter herb mixture is listed in full, so you can always see which components are contained in the tincture.

Valuable constituents

* No reference amount is specified under the Food Information Regulation

Ingredients

Alcohol, water, extracts from dried plants and herbs (gentian root, centaury, dandelion root with herb, angelica root, bitter orange peel, wormwood herb, coriander, zedoary root, rhubarb root, orange peel, sweet woodruff, cinnamon bark, cardamoms, caraway, anise, fennel, hyssop herb, blessed thistle, red cinchona bark, saffron, curacao peel.

Recommended intake

Take 15 drops three times daily1 after meals, placed on the tongue.

Caution

Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or children.

Storage instructions

Store cool, dry and protected from light (do not store in the refrigerator).

Legal information

The recommended daily intake should not be exceeded. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.