Echinacea & Elderberry Extract 100ml - Alcohol-Free Botanical Liquid

Echinacea & Elderberry in Herbal Tradition

Echinacea and Elderberry are both well-established botanical ingredients, although they come from different herbal traditions.

Echinacea, especially Echinacea purpurea, became widely known through North American herbal practice and later European herbal traditions.

Elderberry, Sambucus nigra, has a long history of use across Europe in culinary and traditional botanical preparations.

This formulation combines the two in a modern liquid format without presenting either ingredient as a treatment for any medical condition.

Echinacea Root Extract

Echinacea is a flowering member of the daisy family.

This product specifically uses the root of Echinacea purpurea rather than the flowering tops or whole plant.

Each 1ml serving provides 100mg of 2:1 Echinacea root extract, derived from 200mg of dried root and described as equivalent to approximately 1,000mg of fresh Echinacea root.

Elderberry Extract

Elderberries are the dark fruits of Sambucus nigra, a familiar European elder species.

They have been used traditionally in foods, syrups and botanical preparations and remain a popular ingredient in modern herbal supplements.

Each 1ml serving of this product provides 100mg of 2:1 Elderberry extract, derived from 200mg of dried Elderberries and described as equivalent to approximately 825mg of fresh fruit.

Why Choose an Alcohol-Free Extract?

Many traditional herbal tinctures are made using alcohol as the main extraction and liquid base.

According to the supplied manufacturing information, Botanicals 4 Life uses alcohol during earlier extraction stages and removes it before the final formulation is completed with vegetable glycerine.

The finished product is therefore supplied as alcohol free.

Vegetable glycerine also gives the liquid a naturally mild character, making it a practical option for people who specifically prefer glycerine-based botanical supplements.

Multi-Stage Extraction

Botanicals 4 Life describes its production method as a multi-stage extraction process designed to capture a broad range of plant constituents.

The important distinction is that although alcohol may be involved during extraction, it is removed before the finished product is bottled.

The final liquid base is made with vegetable glycerine and purified water.

For that reason, alcohol-free botanical extract or liquid herbal extract are more accurate descriptions than simply calling the finished product a tincture.

Easy Measured Liquid Format

The 100ml bottle is supplied with a dropper, allowing servings to be measured easily.

The extract may be taken directly or mixed with a small amount of water according to the product directions.

Using the supplied pipette also makes it easier to follow the labelled serving amount consistently.

Vegan-Friendly Formulation

The supplied formulation is described as vegan-friendly and alcohol free.

Its ingredient list is straightforward:

• vegetable glycerine
• purified water
• Echinacea root extract
• Elderberry extract

Anyone with specific dietary or allergen requirements should still check the current bottle label before use.

About Botanicals 4 Life

Botanicals 4 Life is supplied as a UK-based producer of botanical liquid extracts.

The brand focuses on plant-based formulations and glycerine-based extracts designed to provide measured botanical ingredients in an easy-to-use liquid format.

Where sourcing, certification or ingredient provenance is particularly important, refer to the current manufacturer information for the specific batch supplied.

Storage & Care

Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use and follow any storage directions shown on the current product label.

For general care:

• store away from excessive heat
• protect from prolonged direct sunlight
• keep the dropper clean
• avoid touching the pipette directly to the mouth where possible
• keep out of reach of children

Natural botanical preparations may show slight differences in colour, flavour or appearance between batches.

Quick FAQs

What is Echinacea & Elderberry Extract?
It is a 100ml alcohol-free liquid botanical food supplement combining Echinacea root extract with Elderberry fruit extract.

Which plant parts are used?
Echinacea root and Elderberry fruit.

How much Echinacea is in each serving?
Each 1ml serving provides 100mg of 2:1 Echinacea root extract.

How much Elderberry is in each serving?
Each 1ml serving provides 100mg of 2:1 Elderberry extract.

What does 2:1 extract mean?
A 2:1 extract indicates that two parts of dried botanical material were used to produce one part of extract.

Is the finished product alcohol free?
Yes. According to the supplied manufacturing information, alcohol used during earlier extraction stages is removed before vegetable glycerine is added.

Is this a tincture?
It is more accurately described as an alcohol-free liquid botanical extract because the finished product uses vegetable glycerine rather than alcohol as its base.

Is it suitable for vegans?
Yes, it is described as vegan-friendly.

How is it taken?
The supplied directions state that adults may take 1–2 servings using the 1ml pipette up to three times daily.

Can it be mixed with water?
Yes. It may be taken directly or mixed with a small amount of water.

NB

Botanical food supplements should always be used according to the current product label and recommended serving instructions.

Natural botanical preparations may show minor variation in colour, flavour or appearance between production batches.

Please Note

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of children and do not give to children.

If pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, living with a medical condition or under medical supervision, seek advice from an appropriate healthcare professional before use.

Anyone with known allergies or sensitivities to plants in the daisy family should check the current manufacturer guidance before using an Echinacea-containing supplement.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.