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Roots & Barks

Collection: Roots & Barks

For use in medicinal tonics, teas, and earthy flavor infusions, each item in our selection of plant roots and barks has a rich history in enhancing health. Explore the properties of each unique species and incorporate natural remedies into your routine.

11 products

Activated Charcoal

Worldwide

Activated Charcoal

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

This jet black powder can be used as a coloring agent for just about anything. A multipurpose superfood, it helps trap toxins in your gut, lowers cholesterol levels, and is said to whiten teeth and remove impurities from skin. Use to make your baked goods a deep black color, in a cosmetic mask, or smoothies.

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Orange Peel, Dry

Mediterranean

Orange Peel, Dry

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1oz · 4oz

Use to infuse orange flavor into sauces, extracts, bitters, and alcohol. Dried Orange peels work wonders in marmalades, cakes, and as a part of a tea blend, giving you both citrus flavor and a dose of immune supporting Vitamin C. 

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Lemon Peel, Dry

Mediterranean

Lemon Peel, Dry

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1oz · 4oz

Lemon peel can be sprinkled on fish, cheeses like burrata, and roasted vegetables, or used to flavor bitters and syrups. Use in a tincture for citrus flavor and a dose of immune supporting Vitamin C. 

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Birch Bark

European

Birch Bark

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

Birch bark has a sweet smell and earthy taste. It’s an excellent component in herbal bitters and makes a beautiful tea.

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Sarsaparilla Root Powder

North American

Sarsaparilla Root Powder

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1oz · 4oz

This ground root has a distinct root beer flavor with notes of mint and licorice. It has been used around the world for centuries medicinally, and has been known to treat joint pain, and skin problems like psoriasis. 

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Wormwood

European

Wormwood

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1oz · 4oz

Most commonly known as the flavoring component in absinthe, this unique cotton, hay & lemon scented herb was used instead of hops in beer in 18th century England. Use to bring an herbaceous quality to mixed drinks.

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Slippery Elm Bark

North American

Slippery Elm Bark

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

This bark has a mild sweetness and woody nose. Great for use as an herbal component in bitters. When brewed as tea it also soothes sore throats.

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Black Walnut Bark

North American

Black Walnut Bark

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

 Black walnut bark has loads of antioxidants & tannins making it good for throat, hair and gut health. use in tinctures and teas to redeem its health benefits. 

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Marshmallow Root

European

Marshmallow Root

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

Marshmallow root is frequently used in vegetable dyes, healthy ointments, and the French "pâte de guimauve". It is said to be effective in treating coughs & colds, skin problems, and gut issues. Althaea

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Blue Cohosh Root

North American

Blue Cohosh Root

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

Also known as Caulophyllum thalictroides, squaw root or papoose root, Blue Cohosh is a Native American medicinal root used for tonics.

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Sheep Sorrel Herb

European

Sheep Sorrel Herb

Regular price From $12.00
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1oz · 4oz

This wild mountain herb has a tart, lemon flavor. Use in concoctions, or as an herbal component in bitters. It has long been used medicinally to treat stomach problems, and lower inflammation. 

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About SOS Chefs

At SOS Chefs we are amazed everyday by the variety of wonders nature has to offer. We thrive on bringing an abundance of high quality products from all over the world and aim to stay connected with our customers and their suggestions to continue growing. Through our work we have witnessed and contributed to so many iconic and beautiful stories, and our reputation, love, and dedication to everything beautiful and delicious continues to set us apart as we do so. We welcome you to visit, taste our selection, and help Save Our Spices with our community of creation.