Gentian Root Powder (Gentiana lutea) - Bulk

• Botanical Name: Gentiana lutea
• Plant Part: Root
• Form: Fine powder
• Taste Profile: Intensely bitter, earthy
• Food Grade
• Vegan Friendly
• Size Options: 250g or 1kg

• Bittering base for pre-meal herbal tea blends
• Bitters-style pantry projects and extracts where a firm bitter profile is needed
• Adding structured bitterness to digestive and appetite-support routines
• Formulation trials where a strong botanical bitter note is required

This product is suitable for:

• Small, measured pre-meal routines using traditional bitters
• Blend makers who want consistent bitterness from batch to batch
• Those who prefer powders for easy measuring and repeatable results

This product is not for:

• Those who prefer mild or naturally sweet herbal teas
• Recipes where bitterness would overpower delicate flavours
• Large-volume servings, as only small amounts are typically used

• As a pre-meal decoction: Use 1/2 teaspoon powder per 250ml water, bring to a gentle simmer for 10 to 20 minutes, strain very well, then sip 10 to 30 minutes before meals.
• As a bitters-style extract: Combine powder with 40 to 50% alcohol using a standard maceration method, then strain thoroughly before use.
• Processing Tip: Gentian is very strong. Begin with a small amount in blends and adjust slowly.

• Avoid use if you have gastric or duodenal ulcers, active reflux, or gastritis.
• Not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Very bitter and stimulating; may cause headache or stomach discomfort in sensitive individuals.
• Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner if you have a medical condition or take medication.
• Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: Does the powder taste stronger than the cut root?
A: The bitterness is similar, but the powder can extract more quickly and may feel stronger if used at the same volume measure.

Q: What’s the easiest way to reduce the bitterness in a blend?
A: Pair with aromatics like peppermint or chamomile, plus warming spices like ginger, and keep the gentian portion small.

Q: Can the powder be used in food?
A: It can be used in tiny amounts in bitters-style preparations, but the flavour is extremely bitter, so it is typically reserved for small, measured uses.