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One of the oldest crops in the world, as an alchemical essence
Espara Hemp Alchemical Essence is a distillate made from 100% hemp, produced using a method that goes back to physician and alchemist Paracelsus. 30 ml in dropper form, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
Hemp has accompanied humans longer than most crops. In China it was grown for fibre thousands of years ago, and in Europe it supplied rope, sailcloth and paper for centuries. The English word "canvas" even goes back to its Latin name, Cannabis. Its seeds are still pressed into cooking oil today.
The hemp plants are combined with yeast and water, fermented and distilled in several steps. 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. If you want to get to know hemp in the tradition of European plant alchemy rather than as oil or seeds, this is a form of its own.
as the only ingredient
30-ml bottle
fermentation
derived from Cannabis
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 |
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| Hemp | 100% | 1.7 ml |
No NRV reference values have been established for these plant distillates under EU Regulation 1169/2011.
Product name: Food supplement with hemp distillate
Ingredients: Hemp distillate (100%)
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.
From fermentation and distillation to the right way to take them: our guide explains the Paracelsus method step by step.
Read the guide →How is the essence different from hemp oil?
Hemp oil is cold-pressed from the seeds and is a cooking oil. The Espara essence, by contrast, is made by fermenting and distilling the plant, resulting in an aromatic, alcohol-based liquid in dropper form. 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
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How do I take the Hemp 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.
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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.
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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.
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Why was hemp so important in the past?+Hemp fibres are long, tear-resistant and resistant to salt water. That is why ship ropes and sails were made mainly of hemp for centuries. Many early papers were also made from hemp fibre.
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Can I combine the essence with other supplements?+As a rule, yes. From the Espara range, Espara Organic Black Cumin Oil or Espara Omega-3-6-9 Vegan are often added. Both differ from the essence in form and content.
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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.
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Responsible Person (GPSR, EU 2023/988) & Manufacturer:
Espara GmbH · Franz-Sauer-Straße 46 / Haus A · 5020 Salzburg · Austria · office@espara.com
| Item information | Value |
|---|---|
| Application form: | Drops |
| Product properties: | Gluten-freeLactose-freeVegan |
| Content: | 0,03 l |
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Delivery time: 1 - 2 Workdays (AT - int. shipments may differ)

