Bulk Herbs, Bulk Spices and Bulk Herbal Teas

Welcome to HERBCo.com, purveyors of premium quality botanicals. For over twenty years we've provided a large range of bulk herbs and spices that our customers can feel confident including in their own products. Most of our botanicals are sourced directly from the farmers and growers allowing us to provide premium products at competitive prices. We are proud that our rigorous standards and operations have been independently reviewed and certified, and our own best practices often exceed accreditation requirements.

Quantity purchases of an item can qualify for additional discounts, as can large orders. For pallet quantity pricing please call us.

Please browse our bulk offerings of herbs, spices, spice blends, teas, essential oils, carrier oils as well as our herbal accessories (spice jars, DIY press 'n brew tea bags, capsules, capsule filling devices and more). We also offer bulk organic herbs and spices. We've collected a sample of some of our bestsellers below.

bulk damiana leaf, cut & sifted

Damiana leaf is always one of our most popular herbs. Damiana leaf can be prepared as tea with other botanicals, or even sprinkled over bitter green salads such as spinach, arugula, and dandelion. Sprinkle lightly, even though it smells slightly sweet and mildly earthy it has a somewhat bitter flavor.

bulk hibiscus, cut & sifted

Colorful and slightly fruity in aroma, dried hibiscus is sometimes added to herbal displays or used in other crafts such as papermaking. It is popular steeped as a tea on it's own or with other botanical blends. It can also be added to jams, baked goods; but is particularly popular in the beverage industry.

bulk cornflower petals, whole

Another colorful inclusion to tea blends and crafts, cornflower petals can also be added to baked goods, soups and salads. Get creative and freeze them in ice cubes for decorative drinks. You may recognize its pop of bright blue color from your loose leaf Earl Grey tea.

bulk juniper berry, whole

Juniper berry is a favorite in the alcohol industry; it is used to help flavor gin, Swedish beer, as well as a French fruity wine called genevrette. Juniper berry is also used to season game meats and sauerkraut. Crushed juniper berries are also infused in oil or alcohol for skin and hair products in the cosmetic industry. Juniper berry tinctures are known for producing a warming sensation on the skin.

bulk irish moss, powdered

Another botanical used by the alcohol industry, Irish moss is used by home beer brewers as a clarifying agent. Irish moss is also used as a thickening agent in puddings, gelatins and other foods. In the food industry it is used as a thickener and stabilizer and is known as E407 (a carrageenan).

bulk chamomile, whole

Chamomile is a popular botanical for both culinary and cosmetic uses. Chamomile is used by the cosmetic industry in natural products for skin and hair—including soaps, lotions, creams and shampoos. Home hair-highlighters know a rinse of strong tea adds highlights to blonde hair. Perhaps best known as a calming botanical in many herbal tea blends or even when steeped on its own.

bulk jasmine flower, whole

Jasmine flower's pale yellow buds have a distinctive aroma that makes them frequent additions in cosmetics and perfumes. Infusions of jasmine can be used in soaps, shampoo, lotions and other skin and hair products. Jasmine flower can also give tea blends an additional aromatic lift, it can pair easily with other mild herbs and citrus—such as lemon or orange peel.

bulk elderberry, whole

There's currently a dried elderberry craze as the tea industry and wellness industry alike scramble to add elderberry to their formulations. At-home folks have been preparing their own elderberry syrup for ages as elderberry's abundant Vitamin C and other nutrients are thought to ward off the ills of winter. It can also be used in cordials and wines.

bulk ginger root, cut & sifted

It's the season for gingerbread to be sure, and for baking other holiday cookies in which powdered ginger is a star spice. But it should be noted dried ginger root is also infused in carrier oil and used regularly in soaps, salves and other skin care products.

bulk lavender essential oil

Lavender is well known to promote relaxation and lessen stress, anxiety and insomnia. Add a few drops to your home infuser to soothe during the holiday season.

bulk peppermint essential oil

Blend peppermint essential oil with a carrier oil for use in massage. May also be dabbed at the temples during headache bouts or added to baths when muscles are sore.

bulk frankincense essential oil

Make yourself a great aromatherapy bath: two drops of frankincense essential oil and four drops rose geranium essential oil mixed into the bath water.

bulk grapeseed carrier oil

Grapeseed is the preferred carrier oil for many in the massage therapy industry because of its light satin-like finish. It also has some astringent qalities and is good for oil, acne-prone skin.

bulk sweet almond carrier oil

Sweet almond carrier oil is an excellent emollient. It is known for is ability to soften and condition skin, and it is rich in proteins and vitamin D—making it popular in the cosmetic industry. Be warned if using for massage; it can stain sheets.

bulk coconut carrier oil

Coconut carrier oil is often used in cosmetics to create a protective barrier on the skin. Coconut oil is also the preffered oil for high-quality cold-process soap makers. Its fatty acids mean it is a solid at room temperature.

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