Espara Heather Alchemical Essence, 30 ml dropper bottle with folding box

Espara Heather Essence (30ml)

SKU: AR1041

Heather, chicory and three more plants as an alchemical essence in the Paracelsus tradition, in practical dropper form.

✅ 5 plant distillates at 20% each
✅ Roughly 530 drops per 30-ml bottle
✅ Alchemical method in the Paracelsus tradition
✅ With heather, chicory, lemon balm and borage
✅ Vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free

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Description

When the heath turns purple: five plants in one essence

Espara Heather Compositum Alchemical Essence combines distillates of heather, chicory, lemon balm, lovage and borage at 20% each, produced using a method that goes back to Paracelsus. 30 ml, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.

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Five distillates at 20% each

Heather, chicory, lemon balm, lovage and borage, equally weighted in one blend.

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Alchemical method after Paracelsus

Several separation and recombination steps bring the plant's body, spirit and soul back together in the traditional way.

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Easy to dose in drops

30 ml gives roughly 530 drops. Under the tongue or into a glass of water.

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Vegan, gluten- and lactose-free

From plants grown wild or organically. Free from additives, acidity regulators and preservatives.

In August and September heather turns whole landscapes purple, and Germany's Lüneburg Heath owes its name to it. Bees love the tiny flowers, which give the strong heather honey. Chicory flowers sky blue along the roadside, and its root was once roasted and drunk as chicory coffee. Borage is known as the cucumber herb in Frankfurt's green sauce.

The five plants are combined with yeast and water, fermented and distilled in several steps. Each plant is processed separately and only brought together into the finished essence at the end. The method comes from alchemy, which Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, known as Paracelsus, understood in the 16th century as a way of preparing plants. Gold-making was never his concern.

Paracelsus lived for a time in Salzburg and died there in 1541. Espara is also based in Salzburg and follows his principles with its alchemical essences. Lemon balm and lovage complete the blend, two classics from the herb and vegetable garden.

📊 Heather Essence by the numbers

plant distillates
in one blend

~530

drops per
30-ml bottle

16%

vol alcohol from
fermentation

5 × 20%

plants in
equal parts

📋 Recommended intake

Take 15 drops twice a day before meals: under the tongue or with water.

Composition per daily portion (30 drops, approx. 1.7 ml)

Distillate	Share	Per daily portion
Heather	20%	0.34 ml
Chicory	20%	0.34 ml
Lemon balm	20%	0.34 ml
Lovage	20%	0.34 ml
Borage	20%	0.34 ml

No NRV reference values have been established for these plant distillates under EU Regulation 1169/2011.

Product name: Food supplement with distillates of heather, chicory, lemon balm, lovage and borage

Ingredients: Distillates of heather (20%), chicory (20%), lemon balm (20%), lovage (20%), borage (20%)

Alcohol content: 16% vol

Net quantity: 30 ml

What are alchemical essences in the tradition of Paracelsus?

Paracelsus (1493–1541) understood alchemy not as gold-making, but as a method of preparing plants. His idea: a plant has, in his words, a body, a spirit and a soul. These three components are separated during preparation, processed individually, and then brought back together. The result is an aromatic, alcohol-based liquid.

📖 How alchemical essences are made

From fermentation and distillation to the right way to take them: our guide explains the Paracelsus method step by step.

Read the guide →

What exactly is heather?

It is common heather, Calluna vulgaris, an evergreen dwarf shrub of poor, acidic soils. Its twigs were once bound into brooms, which is where its German name "Besenheide" (broom heath) comes from. A 30-ml bottle lasts roughly 17 days at two doses a day; traditionally a course of 3 to 6 weeks is recommended.

⚠️ Mandatory information: Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced diet, and the recommended daily intake should not be exceeded. A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are essential. Keep out of reach of small children. Not suitable for children. Contains alcohol (16% vol), not suitable for anyone who needs to avoid alcohol. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, please seek medical advice before use.

📦 Storage: Store in a dry place at room temperature, protected from light and out of reach of small children. Keep away from heat.

💬 Frequently asked questions

How do I take the Heather essence?+

15 drops twice a day before meals, either directly under the tongue or with a little water. The alchemical tradition recommends avoiding a metal spoon; glass, ceramic or wood is the customary choice. If you prefer spraying to dropping, there is the Espara throat spray for alchemical essences.
How long can I take the essence?+

Alchemical essences are traditionally taken as a course of about 6 weeks, with a minimum of 3 weeks. For longer-term use, or if you have an existing condition or take ongoing medication, please consult your doctor.
The essence contains alcohol. Who should avoid it?+

The essence has 16% vol alcohol, produced during fermentation and distillation. It is therefore not suitable for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or anyone who needs to avoid alcohol. People with a history of alcohol dependency should also avoid it, as even small amounts can trigger relapse.
Why does chicory open its flowers only in the morning?+

Chicory flowers open early in the morning and usually close again around midday. That is why Carl Linnaeus used it in his famous flower clock. The German folk name "Wegwarte" (wayside watcher) comes from a legend about a girl waiting by the road for her beloved.
Can I combine the essence with other supplements?+

As a rule, yes. If you would also like borage as an oil, take a look at Espara Borage Oil organic. A popular second essence with lemon balm is Espara Oats-Melissa Essence.
Who was Paracelsus, and why does he matter for this essence?+

Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, known as Paracelsus (1493–1541), was a physician, alchemist and natural philosopher. He lived for a time in Salzburg and died there in 1541. For him, body, spirit and soul formed a whole. The alchemical tradition this essence draws on follows his inherited principles. More on the tradition: Preparation and use of Essences.