Dried Birch Buds (Horst) are harvested from Betula pendula in early spring before bud-break. They contain resins, essential oil, flavonoids, and triterpenoids including betulin. Used to prepare herbal teas and infusions.
Preparation: 1 tsp per 250 ml boiling water; steep 15–20 min, then strain. 50 g; store sealed in a cool, dry place.
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Dried Birch Buds (Horst) are the dried unopened buds of the silver birch (Betula pendula), harvested in early spring before the buds open. Birch buds have a long history of use as an ingredient in traditional herbal preparations across Northern and Eastern Europe. The buds contain a range of phytochemicals characteristic of birch, including resins, essential oil (rich in monoterpenes), flavonoids, and triterpenoids including betulin.
Dried birch buds are used to prepare herbal teas and infusions, and as an ingredient in traditional herbal preparations. The 50 g pack provides a practical supply for home use. Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place to preserve the aroma and quality of the dried buds.
NET QUANTITY: 50 g
INGREDIENTS: Dried Birch Buds (Betula pendula) 100%.
NUTRITIONAL VALUE per 100 g: See packaging.
PREPARATION: To prepare an herbal infusion: add 1 teaspoon (approximately 5 g) of birch buds to 250 ml of freshly boiled water. Cover and steep for 15–20 minutes. Strain and allow to cool slightly before drinking.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry place, in a sealed container, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
BEST BEFORE: See packaging.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Russia.
MANUFACTURER: Horst, Russia.
IMPORTER: VITATEKA OÜ, Mõisa tee 5, Kostivere alevik, Harjumaa, Estonia 74204, www.vitateka.ee
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Horst Kasepungad 50 g are dried silver birch buds, gathered before they open, when the plant’s aromatic compounds are naturally concentrated. This herbal tea raw material is chosen by people who appreciate traditional single-herb infusions and want a simple botanical option for seasonal use at home.
Birch buds from Betula pendula contain several plant substances typical of birch: resins, essential oil, flavonoids and triterpenoids such as betulin. In plain language, these are the compounds that give the buds their characteristic scent, slightly resinous taste and herbal profile. Because the buds are collected while still unopened, they retain a dense concentration of these naturally occurring components, which is why they have long been valued for infusions in Northern and Eastern Europe.
What makes this product interesting is its straightforward form: whole dried buds rather than an extract or blended tea. That means the infusion keeps the character of the plant in a more traditional way, with its noticeable aroma and fuller herbal taste. A 50 g pack is practical for people who enjoy preparing warm herbal drinks from loose plant material instead of using ready-made sachets.
Horst birch buds can fit well into a herbal regimen for those who like rotating classic botanicals according to the season, or for anyone who prefers simple, familiar plants over complex formulas. They are especially suited to people who enjoy preparing infusions mindfully and value old regional herbal traditions without looking for a highly processed supplement.
As with any herb, it is sensible to use birch buds thoughtfully. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a known sensitivity to birch or pollen-related plants, or use regular medication, it is wise to ask a healthcare professional before use. If you want to include herbal infusions regularly, variety and moderation are usually the best approach.
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