How to Read a Certificate of Analysis from Our Quality Lab

A Certificate of Analysis for organic St. John's Wort. 

Many of our wonderful customers have questions about the botanicals we sell, either because of health concerns, curiosity, or personal business reasons. Whatever the question may be, we like to provide our community with assurance that we are selling products that are safe, unadulterated, and exactly as listed on our website. One of the ways we do this is through making a document called a “Certificate of Analysis” (COA), which is available to all of our customers upon request.

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Posted by Ek Ongkar

Tonic Mushroom Soup Recipe with Root Vegetables

Always on the hunt for new and delicious herbal recipes, I was excited to come across this hearty dried mushroom and root soup by the incredible herbalist, Juliet Blankespoor. This healthful mushroom soup recipe is perfect for chilly fall and winter evenings. It’s mild enough for most palettes and lends itself nicely to personalized culinary touches such as hot sauce, infused herbal salts, gomasio, or miso. This soup is a true tonic and helpful in supporting immune health throughout the year. Read More
Posted by Mason

Inside the People-Powered Mountain Rose Herbs Shipping Department

Once you place your order at Mountain Rose Herbs—either by phone or online—a very personalized process begins. While we strive to prepare your order as quickly and efficiently as possible, we also put thought and care into each box that leaves our building. 

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Posted by Daniel Durrant

How Mountain Rose Herbs Helps Clean Up the Oregon Coast

Mountain Rose Herbs’ guiding principle is that people, plants, and planet are more important than profit. That translates into supporting organic agriculture, ethically-harvesting plants, fair trade practices, charitable giving, and community involvement.

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Posted by Alyssa

Why Our Pacific Northwest Farms Grow Organic

Near the snow-capped peaks and pristine glacial streams of Cascadia lies a Pacific Northwest family farm. A gravel road winding up an arid canyon leads to the small plot of land where our certified organic milky oat tops are grown, harvested, and dried.

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Posted by Raychel

Essential Oil Storage Tips for Maximizing EO Shelf Life

Let's face it, essential oils are not cheap! They require a lot of plant material to produce a small amount of oil, so it's important to get the most out of your little bottles of aromatic goodness.

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Posted by Christine

Perfect Bloody Mary Recipe with Horseradish & Paprika

A good Bloody Mary is a thing of beauty. Flavorful, colorful, and more substantial than your average cocktail, this sippable standard has intrigued and challenged many a bartender, myself included. As a fledgling craft mixologist, I experimented quite a bit with Bloody Mary formulations, working hard to get all the flavor points into perfect alignment. My roommates and I hosted brunches to showcase and refine our beverage inventions, always searching for ways to take this classic cocktail to new levels of deliciousness.

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Posted by Shelley

Supporting Heritage Herbalism in Appalachia

 
Overlooking the ancient and herb-rich landscape of the Appalachian Mountains.

From the hills of eastern Kentucky to the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, there exists an ancient yet vibrant tradition of folk herbalism. The mountains of Appalachia are among the oldest in the world, and their immense botanical diversity hosts an astounding number of useful plants, hundreds of which are found nowhere else on earth. Read More
Posted by Jana

Blush with Beet Root: Homemade Makeup Ideas for Naturally Glowing Cheeks


The folks here at Mountain Rose Herbs love to make our own natural body care products. These fun DIY self care projects allow us to ensure that we are using only the highest quality organic and natural ingredients to create safe and beautiful goodies for friends and family, proving that the journey to well-being can be both natural and stylish. There are lots of simple ways to jump into DIY makeup, but we're especially fond of one cosmetic category that's easy to make and apply: natural blushes.

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Posted by Jana

A Guide to Gourmet Salts: Qualities, Flavors, and Uses

For adventurous cooks of all calibers, few sights inspire more joy than a well-stocked spice rack. A palette of inspiring flavors can turn the simplest meal into an exciting, nutrient-packed, delicious masterpiece. But when you need to bring out the best in a dish, one of the best tools for adding depth and contrast is an ingredient so basic, it is often taken for granted: salt! Whether you need to bring an orchestra of spices into harmony or let one exceptional ingredient shine solo, a well-chosen gourmet salt will make your meal sing.

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Posted by Jana

Cranberry Seed Oil for Sensitive Skin Care

Cranberry seed oil is a newcomer to the world of carrier oils and it is gaining recognition as an exceptional oil for nutrition and natural cosmetics. Previously, cranberry seeds were treated as the leftovers of cranberry fruit production, but in 1992, Bernard Lager developed a method to cold-press the oil from the tiny seeds of the tart berries. It takes approximately 31 pounds of cranberries to produce one half ounce of cranberry seed oil; that is a lot of cranberries!

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Posted by Kendle

WELCOME

We offer one of the most thorough selections of certified organic herbs, spices, and botanical products and are commited to responsible sourcing.

How to Read a Certificate of Analysis from Our Quality Lab

Learn how to read a Certificate of Analysis, a document which you can request from our quality control team so you can see which quality control tests were performed on the botanical you are interested in.
WRITTEN BY Ek Ongkar

September 6, 2018

Tonic Mushroom Soup Recipe with Root Vegetables

Learn how to make a hearty vegetarian mushroom and winter roots soup that helps support your immune system while providing a flavorful, full-spectrum umami flavor experience.
WRITTEN BY Mason

September 4, 2018

Inside the People-Powered Mountain Rose Herbs Shipping Department

Did you know we hand pack your orders so that you get the freshest botanicals possible? Here are all the steps we take before your goodies get shipped out!
WRITTEN BY Daniel Durrant

September 3, 2018

How Mountain Rose Herbs Helps Clean Up the Oregon Coast

Protecting our oceans and waterways is crucial to the well-being of all living things on this planet, and the time to act is now! Learn how you can help keep the ocean clean and join the International Coastal Cleanup with Mountain Rose Herbs.
WRITTEN BY Alyssa

August 29, 2018

Why Our Pacific Northwest Farms Grow Organic

We passionately promote sustainable agriculture everywhere we grow, but especially in our Pacific Northwest backyard. Hear our local farmers explain why they’re so proud of their organic practices!
WRITTEN BY Raychel

August 23, 2018

Essential Oil Storage Tips for Maximizing EO Shelf Life

Learn about the factors which affect essential oil freshness and how to store them in order to maximize your oil life (sometimes for a year or longer!).
WRITTEN BY Christine

August 23, 2018

Perfect Bloody Mary Recipe with Horseradish & Paprika

Craft a brunch beverage that’s to-die-for with our spicy and smoky Bloody Mary recipe. Our take on this classic cocktail is finished with fresh, organic horseradish extract for a satisfying kick with each sip.
WRITTEN BY Shelley

August 15, 2018

Supporting Heritage Herbalism in Appalachia

The folk herbalists of Southern Appalachia maintain centuries-old relationships with their region’s rare and wonderful herbs. Learn what has kept these traditions alive and how the herbal community can help preserve them in the modern age.
WRITTEN BY Jana

August 3, 2018

Blush with Beet Root: Homemade Makeup Ideas for Naturally Glowing Cheeks

Learn how to make your own safe and healthful makeup for cheeks and lips with two recipes inspired by Stephanie Gerber's ultimate natural beauty book, Hello Glow!
WRITTEN BY Jana

August 2, 2018

A Guide to Gourmet Salts: Qualities, Flavors, and Uses

Intrigued by the rainbow of specialty salts gaining ground on the culinary scene? Check out our flavor profiles to find the perfect seasoning solution to kick your cuisine up a notch!
WRITTEN BY Jana

July 31, 2018

Cranberry Seed Oil for Sensitive Skin Care

Learn more about cranberry seed oil, a newcomer to the world of carrier oils. This precious oil is suitable for all skin types and can be used as a replacement for other oils in any fine DIY body care formulation.
WRITTEN BY Kendle

July 31, 2018