Dandelion Root Powder 4 oz (Diente de Leon) for Herbal Shots

Dandelion root powder, 4 oz. Taraxacum officinale, milled fine, one ingredient, organic or wildcrafted depending on the harvest, and known as diente de leon in Spanish. Wildcrafted in Bulgaria.How to use it, and why the powder is differentDandelion Root Powder is traditionally prepared as an herbal shot or tincture. To prepare as an herbal shot, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Dandelion Root Powder to 4 fl oz of boiling water. Mix well. Cover and steep for 2 to 3 minutes, then enjoy.What it tastes likeEarthy and properly bitter, the same character as the whole root. The bitterness comes from a group of compounds called sesquiterpene lactones, the reason dandelion root has been brewed as a bitter drink for as long as anyone has records of it. It is taken as a small shot rather than sipped by the mug, and it is naturally caffeine free.What is in the bagDandelion root powder and nothing else. One ingredient, no fillers, no additives and no flow agents.What dandelion root powder is, and what it is notThis is the root of Taraxacum officinale, the same bright yellow flower that comes up through every lawn, milled to a fine powder. It is not dandelion leaf, which is a different part of the same plant with a different flavor and a different traditional use. This bag is root only, powdered rather than cut and sifted.Other ways it is usedBeyond the herbal shot, dandelion root powder is traditionally prepared as a tincture, as printed on the label.How many shots are in one bagThis is 4 oz, about 113 g, of milled root. At 1 teaspoon per shot and about 2.5 g per teaspoon, that is about 45 herbal shots. At 2 teaspoons per shot, about 22.How to store itTightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C), as printed on the bag.Frequently asked questionsHow do you use dandelion root powder? Dandelion Root Powder is traditionally prepared as an herbal shot or tincture. To prepare as an herbal shot, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Dandelion Root Powder to 4 fl oz of boiling water. Mix well. Cover and steep for 2 to 3 minutes, then enjoy. The method for the herb in general, including a longer simmer for a mug sized cup of the cut root, is in our dandelion root tea guide.What is the difference between this powder and the cut and sifted dandelion root? This bag is milled to a fine powder, so it stirs into hot water for a quick herbal shot with no simmering and no straining. The cut and sifted dandelion root is the same plant in loose pieces, which needs a 15 minute simmer and a strainer. Choose the powder for speed, the cut root if you prefer to simmer a traditional pot.Is this the same as the dandelion root tea bags? No. The dandelion root tea bags are pre portioned at 2,000 mg with nothing to measure. This is loose milled powder, so you set the amount yourself, shot by shot.What does dandelion root powder taste like? Earthy and bitter, the character of the sesquiterpene lactones in the root, taken as a small shot rather than a full mug.Where can I buy dandelion root powder? Here. This is 4 oz of milled dandelion root powder, organic or wildcrafted, one ingredient, from Bulgaria. Orders leave in 1 to 2 business days, and we ship worldwide with duty pre paid for most countries.How should I store it? Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F.¿Qué es el diente de león en polvo? El diente de león en polvo (Taraxacum officinale) es la raíz de la planta de flor amarilla molida hasta quedar en polvo fino. Nuestra bolsa trae 4 oz, orgánica o silvestre, un solo ingrediente, de Bulgaria. El Diente de León en Polvo se prepara tradicionalmente como shot herbal o tintura. Para prepararlo como shot herbal, agregue de 1 a 2 cucharaditas de Diente de León en Polvo a 4 onzas líquidas (4 fl oz) de agua hirviendo. Mezcle bien. Tape y deje reposar de 2 a 3 minutos, luego disfrute. Método completo en nuestra guía para preparar té de diente de león.PRECAUTIONS Dandelion is in the daisy family, Asteraceae. If you are allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds or daisies, you may react to it. Not for use during pregnancy or nursing. Not recommended for anyone under 18. Individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use. Keep out of reach of children.