Cayenne pepper as an alchemical essence — body, soul and spirit of a single plant
Espara distils cayenne pepper following a method that traces back to Paracelsus. Three plant components are separated during production, processed individually and then reunited — the result is an aromatic liquid in drop form with 100 % cayenne pepper distillate.
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100 % cayenne pepper
Pure distillate as the only ingredient. No carrier oils, no flavourings, no fillers.
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Paracelsus-style process
Body, soul and spirit of the plant are processed separately — then reunited into the finished essence.
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Vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free
Certified to the V-Label EU. Free from gluten and lactose.
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30 ml ≈ 530 drops
Sublingually or in a glass of water. Lasts around 17 days at 2 × 15 drops daily.
Anyone looking for supplements that are plant-based, traditional and built around a clear story tends to arrive at essences sooner or later. Drops, alcoholic, aromatic — and with roots in centuries of herbal practice. Cayenne pepper is one of the most intense chilli pods in the world; it appears in traditional plant lore from Central and South America through to European monastery herb gardens.
For its alchemical essence, Espara distils the pod following a method that reaches back to the 16th century. Paracelsus (1493–1541) understood alchemy not as gold-making but as a craft for producing plant preparations. His core idea: a plant carries — in his words — body, soul and spirit. These three parts are separated during the production process, treated individually and then brought back together. The end product is an aromatic liquid with 16 % vol alcohol and 100 % cayenne pepper distillate.
Espara offers a whole range of plant distillates under the name "Alchemical Essences", and the cayenne pepper variant is one of them — a classic 30 ml dropper format. If the method and its background in spagyric tradition interest you, read our detailed article Preparation and use of Essences — there we walk through the distillation steps and the Paracelsus link in detail.
📊 Cayenne pepper essence by the numbers
100 %
cayenne pepper distillate
30 ml
≈ 530 drops per bottle
2 × 15
drops per day before meals
📋 Recommended use
Take 15 drops twice daily before meals — either sublingually or diluted in water. 30 ml correspond to roughly 530 drops.
Trade name: Food supplement with cayenne pepper distillate
Ingredients: Cayenne pepper distillate (100 %)
Alcohol content: 16 % vol
Net quantity: 30 ml
PZN (AT): 4039950
What are alchemical essences after Paracelsus?
Paracelsus (1493–1541) understood alchemy not as gold-making but as a craft for producing plant preparations. His core idea: a plant carries — in his words — body, soul and spirit. These three parts are separated during the production process, treated individually and reunited at the end. The result is an aromatic, alcoholic liquid that, in Paracelsus' view, was intended to address the person as a whole. For the full background, see our article Preparation and use of Essences.
⚠️ Mandatory information: Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. Keep out of the reach of young children. Contains 16 % vol alcohol.
📦 Storage: Store in a dry place at room temperature, protected from light. Protect from heat.
💬 Frequently asked questions
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How do I take the drops?+
Take 15 drops twice daily before meals — either directly under the tongue or diluted in a little water. Sublingual delivery is faster; using water is gentler if the heat under the tongue feels too intense.
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Does it taste very hot?+
It is a pure distillate of cayenne pepper, so the essence is aromatic and distinctly peppery. Diluted at 15 drops in a sip of water, the heat is manageable for most people.
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How long does a 30 ml bottle last?+
At the recommended dose of 2 × 15 drops daily (30 drops per day) and roughly 530 drops per bottle, one bottle lasts around 17 to 18 days.
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What do "body, soul and spirit" mean here?+
The triad comes from Paracelsian plant philosophy. In the alchemical process three plant fractions are separated — simplified, the material part (body), the aromatic and ethereal parts (soul) and the alcoholic/spiritus fraction (spirit). After individual treatment they are brought back together into the essence.
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Is the essence vegan and allergen-friendly?+
Yes. The essence carries the V-Label EU for vegan products and is gluten-free and lactose-free. The sole ingredient is cayenne pepper distillate.
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Which other Espara products go well with this one?+
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