Roots Apothecary Sleepy Tincture

A Botanical Sleep Blend — Eight Organic Herbs, Double-Extracted for Maximum Potency

Sleepy Tincture by Roots Apothecary is a handcrafted, certified organic herbal sleep blend featuring eight botanicals traditionally used to support relaxation and restful sleep — California Poppy, Passionflower, Skullcap, Lavender, Wild Lettuce, Gotu Kola, Hops Flower, and Valerian. Double-extracted for full-spectrum potency and made in small batches in Texas.

What Makes This Sleep Tincture Different?

Most herbal tinctures use a single extraction method. This formula uses a proprietary double-extraction process — first a 42-day certified organic cane alcohol extraction, then a second low-temperature water extraction at 140°F for 45 minutes. The two extractions are combined and held at 140°F to flash a percentage of ethanol while maintaining potency. This pulls both ethanol-soluble and water-soluble compounds from each herb into solution, adding complexity and quality without diluting strength.

What's Inside Sleepy Tincture?

California Poppy: A gentle, non-narcotic botanical traditionally used in Western herbalism to support relaxation and restful evenings.

Passionflower: A classic calming herb with a long history of traditional use for supporting a calm, settled mind at bedtime.

Skullcap: A nervine botanical traditionally used to support the nervous system and promote a sense of calm.

Lavender: A beloved aromatic herb widely used in traditional wellness practices for its calming and soothing properties.

Wild Lettuce: A traditional botanical used historically to support relaxation and ease into restful sleep.

Gotu Kola: An Ayurvedic adaptogen traditionally used to support mental clarity and calm — helping quiet a busy mind before sleep.

Hops Flower: Best known for brewing, hops also has a long history of traditional use as a calming botanical for evening relaxation.

Valerian: One of the most well-known herbal sleep botanicals, traditionally used to support relaxation and a restful night.

How Do I Use Sleepy Tincture?

Do not consume straight from the container — this tincture is highly concentrated and contains approximately 30% alcohol. Dilute 1.5mL (60 drops or 1.5 full droppers) in at least 4oz of water. Take approximately 30 minutes before bedtime. Use consistently for best results. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use, especially if pregnant, trying to conceive, taking medications, or managing a health condition.

Who Is This For?

Ideal for adults looking to incorporate a clean, plant-based herbal tincture into their evening routine to support relaxation and restful sleep — without synthetic sleep aids.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a double extraction and why does it matter?
A double extraction pulls both alcohol-soluble and water-soluble compounds from each herb, capturing a broader spectrum of beneficial constituents than a single extraction alone. When done properly, it adds complexity and quality without diluting potency.

Does this contain alcohol?
Yes — this tincture uses certified organic cane alcohol (40–55%) as the primary extraction base, with reverse osmosis water and organic vegetable glycerin. Do not consume undiluted.

Is this safe during pregnancy?
Please consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. Very little research has been conducted on the safety of herbal tinctures during pregnancy.

Are the botanicals organic?
Yes — all botanicals are certified organic. The extraction base uses certified organic, gluten-free cane alcohol and certified organic vegetable glycerin.

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