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There are a great number of recipes for Absinthe across the world, and many of them are closely-guarded secrets by Absinthe manufacturers. This particular recipe was happily shared by one of the last famous beat poets; Dale Pendell. He swore by this concoction. We found his ingredient list intriguing, especially due to the Calamus Root; one of our favorite Energizing Herbs here at the shop. Click the image or the link below to get the actual recipe used in this package of herbs. Keep in mind; this is not a typical "Absinthe Kit"; this is a package of the ingredients for Dale's recipe, conveniently gathered and measured for you.
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Every once in a while, a product comes along that excites us to no end. This dried B. caapi leaf is one of those products. The leaves of the famous vine have proven to be extraordinarily useful when added to any aromatic incense blend, whether it's Wild Dagga flowers, or any of your favorite herbs. In short, this is one of the most pleasant smudging herbs that we have ever found.
And now that many retailers are catching on to a trend that we started years ago, we're pleased to report that our Banisteriopsis caapi leaves are from the Young Red Vine that originally came from Terence McKenna's farm in Hawaii. Before Terence passed in early 2000, he gifted this unique strain to the person who continues to grow it today. It's as fitting a tribute as the original vine, and continues to flourish in his memory.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It is sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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Bay Bean (Canavalia maritima/rosea) is another exotic botanical curiosity. There seem to be many stories around this plant, and it was considered important and sacred enough to be placed in graves in and around the area by the Mazatecs and other tribal groups. This alone indicates an importance for this plant in ritual that goes beyond decoration, since the dried leaves of Canavalia aren't pretty (but the smell is absolutely lovely). This is an amazing plant for making incense, especially when blended with other incense herbs.
This is a very fast-growing and sturdy vine which can be found all over the coastal regions around the Gulf of Mexico, including the Yucatan, but occurs all over the world in tropical and subtropical coastal locations. Its wide range makes it even more curious that little is presently known about this plant. It prefers warmth and can tolerate periods of drought, but definitely likes full sun and the beach! Bay Bean (Canavalia maritima/rosea) can actually be found snaking its way to the ocean from shrubby shorelines and coastal shrub. It sets down roots at nodes as it trails across beaches and dunes, the roots forming networks that aid in stabilizing sands.
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Calea Zacatechichi (Dream Herb/Leaf of God) is a plant used by the Chontal Indians of Mexico to obtain divinatory messages through dreaming. Traditionally the plant was smoked before bed, bringing relaxation and fluidity to mind and body, ushering in an easy and deep sleep during which the dreamer will find the gates to the dreamscape gently opened. It's reportedly as effective when burned as an incense, allowing it to fill the room 30 minutes before going to sleep, with a few springs of the herb placed under the pillow at bedtime as well.
WARNING: Smoking anything, including natural herbal products of any kind are harmful to the body.
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Combretum quadrangulare is a small tree of the family Combretaceae which grows up to 10m high. The tree grows wildly or is planted in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand. Combretum is planted along the banks of rivers or arroyos. It's also found throughout Thailand especially in open, wet places. You rarely find it at the markets. It is mostly known locally. There is no supplier in the world offering Combretum, not even in origin countries, since farmers pick it for themselves.
This dried leaf makes a great base for any exotic incense blend, but works well as a smudging tool as well.
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Shankhapushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) - this morning glory-like perennial grows on the plains of India. Practitioners of Ayurveda (India's holistic medical system) use it to treat the nervous system, much like the herbs kava-kava and valerian are prescribed by herbalists in the West. Herbalists believe that Shankhapushpi calms the nerves by regulating the body’s production of the stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol. This natural chemical composition in shankhapushpi is said to help the brain calm down and relieve tension, which is why shankhapushpi is also used traditionally for those who suffer from insomnia. Shankhapushpi is also used to treat nervous debility (loss of strength), fatigue, low energy level, and memory loss.
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This is the CRUSHED De-Stemmed Thai Kratom Leaf incense. It's the same in every way as the De-Stemmed Thai Kratom Leaf powdered incense, but it's crushed instead.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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This is the CRUSHED Maeng Da Kratom Leaf crushed incense. It's the same in every way as the Maeng Da Kratom powdered incense, but it's crushed instead.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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This is simply the CRUSHED LEAF version of our Premium Kratom incense from Bali. It's the same in every way as the Premium Kratom incense powder, but it's crushed instead.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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This is simply the POWDERED version of our Premium Kratom incense from Bali. It's the same in every way as the Premium Bali Crushed Incense, but it's powdered instead of crushed.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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This is the POWDERED Private Reserve Thai Kratom Powder incense from Thailand. It's the same in every way as the Thai Kratom Leaf crushed incense, but it's made into a powder instead. This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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This is the WHOLE LEAF Korth Kratom (Red Vein) Whole Leaf incense. It's the same in every way as the Korth Kratom (Red Vein) powdered or crushed incense, but it remains as whole leaf.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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Our Thai Select Crushed Incense is dried Thai Kratom Leaf incense with a simple added process that enhances the intensity of the scent. Perfect for the the further manufacturing of incense and aromatherapy products that require slightly more intense aromas. This is the CRUSHED LEAF form of our Thai Select Crushed Incense.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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Our Thai Select Powdered Incense is dried Thai Kratom Leaf incense with a simple added process that enhances the intensity of the scent. Perfect for the the further manufacturing of incense and aromatherapy products that require slightly more intense aromas. This is the POWDERED LEAF form of our Thai Select Crushed Incense.
This product is not intended for human or animal consumption. It's sold for use as an incense or for aromatherapy purposes only.
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Our growers carefully harvest this particular strain of Leonurus sibiricus at its peak potency, which not only makes for a smoother burning leaf, but gives this carefully dried herb its unique appearance as well. The inhabitants of the rugged and remote mountainous region in the Mexican state of Chiapas fondly refer to this herb as Marahuanilla and they've revered the intensity of the smoke as a powerful relaxing agent for perhaps thousands of years.
It's also known as Siberean Motherwort and as Chinese Motherwort as well. It's been used for ages in in Chinese medicine as a kind of adaptogen for various ailments. We find similarities between this herbal product and Wild Dagga, but the experiences both offer and unique from each other, and we've heard of those who enjoy mixing the two herbs together (Leonurus sibiricus and Wild Dagga) for an interesting synergistic experience. By popular request by our customers, we've worked hard to find the least "stemmy" Leonurus sibiricus we could find, and we even sometimes offer it as a flat-dried leaf elsewhere in our shop. Leonurus sibiricus also provides a smooth smoke for blending with other herbs.
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Verbascum thapsus (Great Mullein) is native to Europe, northern Africa and Asia, and introduced in the Americas and Australia. Dioscorides, the pioneering Greek physician, botanist, and pharmacologist, first recommended the plant 2000 years ago against pulmonary diseases, and this has remained one of its primary uses, especially against cough.
Today it is widely used for herbal remedies as it has emollient (hydrating) and astringent (anti-inflammatory) properties. Mullein has been used since ancient times as a remedy for skin, throat and breathing ailments.
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This is hand-picked Siberian Motherwort, also known as Marihuanilla (unfortunate name). We've removed all the stems, and ensured that only the most aromatic part of the plant is left for those working with this ancient herbal incense. This herb is actually smoked in various parts of Mexico, and Siberian Motherwort is often used in herbal smoking blends as a main ingredient. Our Siberian Motherwort is a high-altitude variety. Why is this relevant? Higher altitudes promote the production of a heartier plant.
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Tagetes erecta, Aztec Marigold, is indigenous from Mexico to Guatemala and naturalized in the rest of Central America and the western Andes of South America. In the Oaxaca region of Mexico the Zapotecs used Tagetes as a primary herb in purification rituals. The plant is popular with the Tarahumara Indians of Chihuahua and is used by the modern Huichol Indians in their religious rituals. When smoked, the plant is said to enhance closed-eye visions.
The botanical genus name Tagetes is in reference to a Roman deity, Tages, which was originally an Etruscan god of prophecy. Today Tagetes erecta continues to be a strong smoking herb - especially when blended in equal amounts with Tagetes lucida, Mexican Tarragon, to make a super combination the Aztecs dubbed "Zempaxochitl."
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Tagetes lucida is a beautiful, bright green perennial herb from the Sierra Mandre Mountains of Mexico. It is used by the local Indians recreationally as well as in the kitchen. It has a very mild anise flavor and a sweet taste. In Mexico, it is used as a tea to calm stomachs, relax nerves and to alleviate the symptoms of a hangover.
In ceremonies, the Huichol Indians from the Sierra Madre Mountains reportedly have visions when smoking the herb in combination with the consumption of fermented Tarragon tea, which is prepared the same way Sinicuichi is prepared. Tagetes lucida has been used since pre-Hispanic times and when smoked, is said to produce everything from euphoria to "closed-eye-images" similar to other herbs that were used used for divination.
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This dried Wild Dagga is wildcrafted and harvested sustainably. This is another product that we buy directly from the growers, who still work with this plant for themselves to this day. This unusually aromatic Leonotis leonurus (Lion's Tail) leaf is often preferred by our customers, and gets the most repeat customers, partially because we offer it at such a reduced price. We want to encourage as much sustainable harvesting of this particular Wild Dagga as we can, so offering it near-wholesale allows us to buy more from the growers.
Many traditional uses have been recorded but we offer it as a component for crafting incense blends.
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