Organic Burdock Root Tincture (Arctium lappa) | Practitioner Grade

Organic Burdock Root Tincture (Arctium lappa) | Fresh Macerated Dry Decocted Variants

"An exceptional, practitioner-grade botanical staple, available in two specialized extraction profiles to capture the complete restorative, dissolving, and stimulating properties of this revered root."

Certified Organic to strict Soil Association standards and crafted in Great Britain, our Burdock (Arctium lappa) tinctures are formulated exclusively for practitioners and those seeking uncompromising herbal efficacy. To ensure you have the exact energetic and phytochemical profile required for your protocol, we offer this tincture in two distinct, master-crafted variants.

Choose Your Extraction Variant

Different extraction methods yield entirely different botanical profiles. Please select your preferred method from the drop-down menu:

1. Fresh Root Cold Maceration (1:2 @ 25%)

• Crafted exclusively from fresh organic roots sourced and manufactured in Great Britain.
• Processed via cold maceration, pressing, and straining to preserve delicate, heat-sensitive enzymes.
• Formulated with a lower alcohol content (final V/V Min 20%) to prioritize the extraction of water-soluble constituents.
• Yields a mobile, cloudy liquid with a light brown colour.
• Features a uniquely sweet, sour, and silky flavour profile.

2. Dry Root Decocted Maceration (1:3 @ 45%)

·         Crafted from premium organic dry root typically sourced from Poland.

·         Manufactured in Great Britain.

·         Utilizes a highly technical, dual-stage processing method combining hot decoction and cold maceration before pressing and straining.

·         Phytochemical Synergy: The initial hot decoction phase effectively dissolves the root's highly water-soluble inulin content, while the higher 45% alcohol volume expertly extracts the heavier, alcohol-soluble lignans (like arctigenin), flavonoids (like apigenin), and bitter sesquiterpene lactones.

·         Yields a mobile, opaque liquid with a darker brown colour.

·         Features a sweet, sour, and markedly aromatic flavour and smell.

Traditional Benefits & Herbal Energetics

Used traditionally for millennia and fully compliant with EU pharmacopeia standards, Burdock is a deeply respected foundational herb:

• Herbal Energetics: Considered energetically as a slightly bitter, pungent, dry, and cool botanical.
• The "Restoring" Herb: Renowned in holistic practice for its restorative, dissolving, and gently stimulating qualities.
• Formulation Synergy: Burdock acts as a phenomenal team player in apothecary blending, combining exceptionally well with Dandelion root, Red Clover, or Poke root.

How to Take Your Tincture

• Suggested Dosage: Traditionally taken from 0.7ml (approx. 14 drops) to 2ml, up to 3 times a day.
• Preparation: Take diluted in a small amount of water or other liquid, unless instructed otherwise by your Medical Herbalist.
• Important: Shake well before use! Some light sediment may naturally settle out in both the fresh and decocted variants.

Important Safety Guidelines & Contraindications (Please Read)

• General Safety: Burdock root is generally considered very safe for regular, daily use within recommended dosages.
• Pregnancy: Not suitable for use during pregnancy. Please consult your GP or Medical Herbalist.

Product Specification: Organic Burdock Root Tincture

1. Product Information & Sourcing

• Botanical Name: Arctium lappa * Part of Plant: Root
• Status: Organic
• Dietary Status: Considered to be suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

2. Variant Specifications Comparison

Parameter	Fresh Macerated Variant	Dry Decocted Variant
Ratio & Menstruum	1:2 @ 25% Fresh	1:3 @ 45% Dry
Country of Origin	Great Britain	Poland (typically)
Manufactured In	Great Britain	Great Britain
Extraction Method	Cold maceration, pressing & straining	Decoction, maceration, pressing & straining
Final ABV (V/V)	Min 20%	Min 40% (Alcohol V/V @ 20°C)
Appearance	Mobile, cloudy liquid	Mobile, opaque liquid
Colour	Light brown colour	Brown colour
Flavour	Sweet, sour, characteristic, silky	Sweet, sour, aromatic taste
Odour	Characteristic	Characteristic aromatic smell

3. Processing, Safety & Purity

• Solvent: Organic Grain Ethanol and Water.
• Allergen Advice: Nut and seed oils are present on site. Strict rules on storage, handling, and cleaning are in place.
• GMO Status: To the best of our knowledge this product is non-GM and does not contain GM processing agents. This has been verified by organic certification and by traceability/identity preservation systems including adequate separation.
• Packaging: UV-resistant amber glass bottles (with or without dropper pipettes depending on size).

 

4. Storage & Traceability

 

• Shelf Life: Holds a shelf life of 5 years at the point of manufacture.

 

• Storage: To maintain the product in best condition it is advisable to protect from exposure to extremes of light and temperature and reseal after use.

 

This document is a Product Specification and not a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific Certificates of Conformance are available upon request. Extra organoleptic testing is performed at our facility after new batch arrival and compounding by our Master Herbalist. Signed and assessed by Master Herbalist Wojciech Bujak, 04.05.2026.

 

UK Law & Practitioner Standards

At Botanical Remedies, we bring strict clinical herbal testing standards to our dispensary. We only offer botanicals and supplements that have been thoroughly tested for authenticity, quality, and microbiological safety. Please do not confuse standard mass-market botanicals with our apothecary-grade offerings.

Where can you find information about herbs? You can look for details on herb benefits, uses, and dosages, as well as safety, effectiveness, and side effects through traditional and scientific knowledge. Below are a few solid sources of information:

• Herbal Reality: Web run by experienced Medical Herbalists
• Richard Whelan Medical Herbalist: Web run by Medical Herbalist
  

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Burdock Root Tincture

Q: Which variant should I choose: Fresh Macerated or Dry Decocted? A: It depends entirely on your traditional botanical goals!

• Choose the Fresh Macerated (25%) if you are looking for a gentle, daily restorative tonic. The lower alcohol content and cold maceration beautifully capture the plant's delicate, water-soluble enzymes and offer a silky, sweet-sour profile.
• Choose the Dry Decocted (45%) if you want a more robust, practitioner-level extraction. The hot decoction phase pulls out heavy, water-soluble starches (like inulin), while the 45% alcohol effectively extracts the heavier, alcohol-soluble plant sterols, lignans, and bitter lactones.

Q: What does Burdock Root taste like? A: Energetically, Burdock is considered slightly bitter and pungent. The Fresh variant has a characteristic sweet, sour, and silky mouthfeel. Because the Dry Decocted variant uses a higher alcohol percentage and hot extraction, it has a deeper, more markedly aromatic and robust flavour. Both are highly characteristic of traditional apothecary bitters!

Q: Why is there a cloudy sediment at the bottom of my bottle? A: That is exactly what you want to see in a high-quality, whole-plant extract! Burdock root is incredibly rich in natural plant starches (particularly inulin) and active constituents that will naturally settle at the bottom of the bottle over time. Always give your bottle a vigorous shake before dispensing your dose to ensure it is perfectly mixed.

Q: What other herbs does Burdock synergize well with? A: Burdock is the ultimate "team player" in the apothecary. In traditional Western herbalism, it is very frequently paired with Dandelion Root for comprehensive foundational support. It also blends exceptionally well with Red Clover and Poke Root depending on the specific aims of your botanical protocol.

Q: Is Burdock tincture safe to take during pregnancy? A: No. While Burdock is generally considered very safe for daily use by the general population, it is contraindicated during pregnancy. Always consult with your GP or a qualified Medical Herbalist before taking concentrated botanical extracts if you are pregnant, nursing, or on prescribed medications.

Disclaimer: This product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your GP or Medical Herbalist before starting a new herbal regime.