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Bulk Horehound Herb, Cut & Sifted (Marrubium vulgare) for Tea, Syrups & Bitters

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🌿 Horehound Herb, Cut & Sifted

Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is one of the oldest bitter herbs in the western kitchen and apothecary, and ours is cut & sifted to roughly 3 to 8 mm for clean, even extraction. We dry the leaf and flowering tips at low temperature to protect color and the herb's mint-family aromatics, then sift to a consistent grade that measures and brews predictably. The flavor is classic and forthright: tasting notes of gentian, dandelion, and straw, firmly bitter and herbaceous, the backbone of traditional teas, soothing syrups, and pre-meal bitters.

Horehound is native to the Mediterranean basin and temperate Europe, and it grows best in the dry, sunny, well-drained ground it evolved in. We source ours from a vetted partner farm in Albania, where those conditions let the plant develop the bitter aromatic character it is prized for. Every lot we ship carries the same per-batch lab work and the same 100% money-back guarantee as everything we carry. You can read more in our guide, Horehound: A Bitter Remedy with a Sweet History.

Naturally caffeine-free and kitchen-ready, horehound pairs beautifully with softer herbs. It is a natural companion to Mullein Leaf for body and to Damiana Herb as a warm, aromatic counterpoint in evening blends.

🌱 From the Sacred Plant Co Farm. Sacred Plant Co is a soil-first farm. Our own farm in Colorado earned a groundbreaking Haney Soil Health Score of 25.4, a number that surpasses the soil biology measured in pristine forest land. That score is the heart of who we are. We believe healthier soil grows more complex, more potent plants, and that philosophy is the reason we hold every herb we carry to the same biological and per-lot testing standards.

🍵 How to use it

🫖 As a tea. Use about 1 tsp (≈1 g) per 8 oz / 240 mL hot water. Steep 7 to 10 minutes, then strain. Steep on the shorter side and add lemon or a little honey for a softer cup.
🍯 As a soothing syrup. Brew a strong tea, then add sugar or honey 1:1 by volume. Cool and bottle for easy dosing, a traditional preparation for the throat.
🌿 In bitters traditions. Use as a firm, classic bitter in pre-meal formulas alongside citrus peel and warming spices.
📦 Keeping it fresh. Store airtight, cool, and dark. Best within 12 to 18 months. Small-batch packed for freshness you can see and smell.

Product details

Botanical Name Marrubium vulgare
Common Name(s) Horehound, White Horehound
Format Cut & Sifted (approx. 3 to 8 mm)
Available Weights 1/2 lb, 1 lb, 5 lb
Tasting Notes Gentian, dandelion, straw. Firmly bitter and herbaceous.
Grade Premium
Testing Status COA-verified, per lot
Country of Origin Albania

Safety & good to know

Horehound is traditionally avoided during pregnancy and while nursing. If you are managing blood sugar or blood pressure, take prescription medications, or have an ongoing health condition, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use, as horehound has traditionally been noted to interact with these. Keep intake moderate rather than high over long stretches, since large amounts can be hard on digestion.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information is provided for educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.

Our 100% money-back guarantee

Our policy is simple: if you aren't happy, send it back and receive a full refund. Anytime, for any reason.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What does horehound taste like, and how can I make a smoother cup?

Expect a firmly bitter, herbaceous cup with mint-family aromatics and tasting notes of gentian, dandelion, and straw. For a softer brew, steep on the shorter side and add a squeeze of lemon or a little honey. Blending it with mullein or damiana rounds the edges nicely.


Where do you source your horehound?

Horehound is native to the Mediterranean and temperate Europe, and it thrives in dry, sunny, well-drained ground. We source ours from a vetted partner farm in Albania, where the climate gives the plant the bitter aromatic character it is known for. Every lot receives the same per-batch lab work and the same 100% money-back guarantee as everything we carry.


How do you test your horehound for purity and quality?

We back every lot with a specific Certificate of Analysis verifying purity, potency, and the absence of contaminants, and we publish each lot's COA on a historical article page so you can verify the exact batch you receive. You can find the list in our horehound article.


What if I'm not happy with my horehound?

Our policy is simple: if you aren't happy, send it back and receive a full refund. Anytime, for any reason.

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