{"product_id":"the-apothecary-shelf-25-material-botanical-collections-copy-copy","title":"The Apothecary Shelf | Specialty Botanicals | 25-Material Collection","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🌿 For the shelf that's ready for another rabbit hole\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet Specialty Botanicals: 25 individually packaged botanical and apothecary materials for curious beginners willing to read before using, and experienced herbalists ready to explore beyond the familiar. Roots, berries, leaves, sea botanicals, salts, and resin, without buying a full-size bag of every interesting thing you encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause sometimes “What is that?” is the beginning of a very good afternoon with a reference book. Ask me how I know.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of The Apothecary Shelf: curated botanical collections featuring organically grown, wildcrafted, and thoughtfully sourced materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📚 Why these materials belong together\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection is about exploring different forms and preparation methods, not building one giant tea blend. Roasted chicory and roasted dandelion root offer a starting point for learning about roasted-root brews. Amla, hawthorn, and chaste berries invite a closer look at very different fruits, while leaves and roots broaden the shelf in other directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBladderwrack and Irish sea moss introduce sea botanicals; pink and black salts add non-botanical materials; frankincense introduces resin. That's why we call this a 25-material collection rather than 25 herbs. Their uses and cautions differ, so don't assume they all belong in tea, food, or a bath. Curiosity is welcome; checking directions comes first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📦 Here's exactly what you're getting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Specialty Botanicals collection: 25 individually labeled material pouches in your chosen fill size, a collection-specific reference pamphlet, and 25 empty disposable tea filter bags.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are separate materials, not a premixed tea. You're purchasing this one 25-material collection, not all four collections or the complete 100-material shelf. Materials come in pouches, not jars. The filter bags are included accessories, not part of the 25-material count.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🫖 A little help getting started\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe've tucked in 25 empty disposable tea filter bags for materials suited to bagged infusions. Their inclusion doesn't mean every pouch is intended for tea or internal use. Check each material's intended use, preparation directions, and cautions first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🎁 A little box of botanical curiosity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour collection arrives tucked into a black cardboard gift box with botanical-print tissue, individually labeled pouches, your reference pamphlet, and the empty tea filter bags. The gift box is packed inside a separate shipping box for protection during transit. A thoughtful gift for someone else's shelf, or a perfectly reasonable gift for your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📖 We aren't sending you home with 25 bags and a “good luck!”\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour included reference pamphlet lists the materials alphabetically, with traditional-use notes, preparation guidance, and material-specific cautions. It's a handy starting point for getting to know what's in each pouch, without requiring you to open twelve browser tabs first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pamphlet is educational, not personalized medical advice. Check each material's directions and cautions before using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🌱 The 25 materials on this shelf\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmla Berry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Salt (Hawaiian)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Walnut Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBladderwrack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrahmi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChaste Berry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicory Root, Roasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDandelion Root, Roasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEleuthero\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFenugreek\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrankincense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinkgo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGotu Kola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHawthorn Berry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorehound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorsetail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrish Sea Moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMugwort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink Salt (Himalayan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover Tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaw Palmetto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheep's Sorrel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValerian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow Dock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🥄 Small introduction or a little more room to explore?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth sizes contain the same 25 materials. The difference is how much you receive in each pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSampler Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–3 teaspoons of each material. A smaller introduction to the collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlending Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–6 teaspoons of each material. More material for hands-on exploration and appropriate preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese approximate volumes are based on teaspoon-measured fills. Amounts vary with material texture and how loosely the spoon is filled. \u003cstrong\u003eThese are package quantities, not serving sizes or preparation doses.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFluffy leaves weigh less by volume than dense roots, berries, salts, and resin, so the pouches won't all have the same gram weight. Neither size promises a uniform quarter-ounce or half-ounce portion of every material. Photos marked Sampler Size show that size, not Blending Size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e💬 A few things you might be wondering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I buy the whole Apothecary Shelf?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes! Our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-apothecary-shelf-everyday-botanicals-25-botanical-collection-copy\"\u003eComplete 100-Material Collection\u003c\/a\u003e brings together Everyday, Blend \u0026amp; Brew, Specialty, and Curiosity Botanicals in one purchase. Choose Sampler Size or Blending Size for the complete shelf. It also includes 100 empty disposable tea filter bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I purchase an individual botanical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes! You can purchase individual botanicals in ½-ounce packages right here in our store. Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bulk-herbs-botanicals\"\u003esingle-herb selection\u003c\/a\u003e to refill a favorite or explore one botanical at a time. These collections are sold as complete 25-material assortments; their individual component pouches aren't sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this make a good gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely! For the curious botanical enthusiast or the friend whose shelves are already overflowing, this is a gift with plenty to explore. The black gift box, labeled pouches, and reference pamphlet make it thoughtfully put together, not just a pile of mystery materials. Keep the recipient's allergies, medications, and other suitability considerations in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I brew everything in this collection as tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This collection includes different types of materials with different intended uses. Do not treat frankincense resin as a tea ingredient or assume a salt's suitability for food or bathing without checking its labeling. Read the material-specific guidance before any preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e📚 A little know-how before you begin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare textures and aromas, learn how different forms are prepared, and discover what deserves a permanent spot on your shelf. Some botanicals need simmering or other preparation rather than a simple steep. A cold steep isn't a universal shortcut, and combining materials doesn't make their individual cautions disappear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e🏡 Keeping your shelf happy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep pouches tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Cautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not a casual all-purpose tea assortment.\u003c\/strong\u003e Review each material's intended use and specific cautions before use, especially for sea botanicals, mugwort, ginkgo, chaste berry, and valerian. Sea botanicals may contain variable iodine; seek qualified guidance if you have thyroid concerns or take thyroid medication. Do not use mugwort during pregnancy. Ginkgo may interact with blood-thinning medications. Valerian may cause drowsiness; check suitability before combining with alcohol, sedatives, or other medications. Chaste berry requires provider review with hormonal medications or hormone-sensitive conditions. Frankincense resin is not presented here as an ingestible ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis information is for educational purposes only. Do not use as a substitute for professional medical advice. As with all herbal teas, blends, and botanical products, consult your qualified healthcare provider before use. This is especially important if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any prescription or over-the-counter medications, or have any existing health condition. Keep out of reach of children. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese general notes are not a complete list of material-specific cautions. Review each material's preparation requirements and cautions before use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bald Hill Botanicals \u0026 Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Sampler Size","offer_id":67829232697387,"sku":"AP-SPC-HR-SAMP","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blending Size","offer_id":67829232730155,"sku":"AP-SPC-HR-BLND","price":59.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/5121\/7451\/files\/Specialty_-_Sampler.png?v=1791905587","url":"https:\/\/baldhillbotanicals.com\/products\/the-apothecary-shelf-25-material-botanical-collections-copy-copy","provider":"Bald Hill Botanicals \u0026 Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}