Thyme-Liquorice-Syrup-100ml

Description

Organic Thyme & Liquorice Syrup is a traditional herbal preparation combining aromatic thyme with soothing liquorice in a palatable syrup base. This classic combination has been used for generations in European herbal practice and is particularly valued during seasonal challenges.

Thyme contributes aromatic plant compounds, while liquorice adds a naturally smooth and comforting quality, making the syrup gentle and easy to take.

NOTE: For regulatory reasons, product pages describe ingredients and traditional context only. Information on traditional benefits, historical uses and research can be found on the Traditional Use & Research page.

Traditional Herbal Context

In traditional herbal medicine, thyme has long been associated with respiratory comfort and clear breathing. Liquorice has historically been included in herbal formulas to soothe the throat and complement stronger aromatic herbs.

Together, these plants have been combined in syrups and decoctions intended to provide warmth, comfort and support during times of seasonal discomfort.

History

Thyme has been referenced in European herbal texts for centuries. The 17th-century herbalist Nicholas Culpeperdescribed thyme as “a noble strengthener of the lungs”, reflecting its long-standing role in traditional respiratory formulations.

Historically, thyme was valued for its aromatic qualities and was used in a variety of cultural and household practices. Liquorice has similarly been used for thousands of years across European, Middle Eastern and Asian traditions, both as a flavouring and as a soothing herbal ingredient.

Scientific Interest

Modern scientific interest in thyme has focused on its aromatic constituents, including thymol and carvacrol, which have been widely studied for their role in traditional respiratory preparations.

Within Europe, thyme has been reviewed by Germany’s Commission E, and the Herbal Medicinal Products Committee (HMPC) has acknowledged its long-standing traditional use in preparations intended to support respiratory comfort. These evaluations are based on established traditional use rather than modern pharmaceutical approval.

Liquorice has been studied for its soothing and demulcent qualities and is traditionally included to complement and balance herbal formulations.

General Information

• Botanical name: Thymus vulgaris / Glycyrrhiza glabra

• Common names: Thyme, Liquorice

• Family: Lamiaceae / Fabaceae

• Parts used: Aerial parts (thyme), root (liquorice)

Dose

Take a small teaspoonful 3–4 times daily as required.

Alternatively, 10–20 drops may be added to hot water, particularly in the evening.