A. Vogel Artichoke Drops (50ml)

Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke) is probably best known for its edible ‘heart’ - the mass of immature florets in the centre of the bud that is called the choke or beard. As well as being an enjoyable food, cynara can also by made into a tea or a herbal tincture. The Italians took one step further and use it as the primary flavour of a tasty liqueur! One of the plant chemicals found in cynara, known as cynarin, is thought to be responsible for its healthcare qualities. The majority of cynarin found in artichoke is in the pulp of the leaves, which is why Alfred Vogel used this part of the plant for his tincture of Cynara scolymus.