Kanna Liquid 1% Extract Gallon

Kanna Liquid 1% Extract Gallon is our bulk liquid kanna, a high-potency tincture made from fermented South African Sceletium tortuosum extract standardized to 5%+ total alkaloids, sold by the Half Gallon (64 oz) and the Gallon (128 oz) for formulators, shops and committed daily users. It is a full-spectrum liquid, fast-acting under the tongue, and it comes in two bases: a classic alcohol tincture, which absorbs fastest, and a vegetable glycerin version that is alcohol-free and slightly sweeter on the palate. Both are made for sublingual use, for stirring into drinks, and for building custom formulations of your own. Our kanna is grown through benefit-sharing partnerships with the South African San Council, the traditional custodians of Sceletium knowledge.

At a glance

• Bulk high-potency tincture from fermented Sceletium tortuosum extract
• Standardized to 5%+ total alkaloids, full-spectrum
• Two bases: alcohol (fastest) or vegetable glycerin (alcohol-free, sweeter)
• Sizes: Half Gallon (64 oz) and Gallon (128 oz)
• Fast-acting under the tongue
• For sublingual use, drinks and custom formulations

The herb. Kanna, Sceletium tortuosum, is a small succulent in the Aizoaceae family from the Karoo region of South Africa. The San and Khoikhoi peoples have chewed and fermented it for generations, and that same fermentation step shapes this extract; the name kanna comes from their word for the eland antelope. The plant carries mesembrine, mesembrenone, delta-7-mesembrenone and mesembranol, and the balance between them gives each preparation its character.

Active content. The extract behind this liquid is standardized to 5%+ total alkaloids, including mesembrine and mesembrenone, and because it is full-spectrum the whole alkaloid family comes through rather than one isolated compound:

• Mesembrine: supplies the brighter, uplifting side
• Mesembrenone and delta-7-mesembrenone: supply the calmer, body-focused side

Together they give a rounded feel that suits a liquid taken by the dropper. The listing does not state a milligram-per-milliliter figure for the finished liquid, so we do not quote one.

Dosage, first time. The listing gives no serving, so start with a small amount: a few drops under the tongue, held for a moment before swallowing. The alcohol base comes on fastest, usually within the first half hour; the glycerin base is a little slower and gentler. Wait a full two hours before adding more so you judge the complete effect. If you are formulating, test a single small serving of the finished product before making a batch.

Regular use. Once you know your response, find the number of drops that works and hold it there; buying by the gallon is about cost and consistency, not about using more. Kanna's feel shifts with food, rest and tolerance, so a steady serving is worth more than a large one.

What to expect. Users describe this liquid as a quick, clear, easygoing lift with a relaxed undertone: present, sociable and clear-headed, with the edge taken off. The alcohol version is the choice for speed and for people who want a traditional tincture; the glycerin version suits anyone avoiding alcohol or who prefers a sweeter drop. It suits shops filling their own bottles, formulators, and daily users tired of buying 2oz at a time. It is not a low-strength beverage; for that side of kanna see our sparkling Bodhi Bubbles Adaptogen Seltzer. For the same alcohol tincture in a pocket size see our Kanna Tincture Alcohol Based 2oz.

Side effects. Kanna's side effects follow the dose in any format. Too many drops in a sitting can bring mild nausea, a headache, a jittery feeling or a dip in appetite; cut the next serving back or skip it, drink water and let it pass as the kanna clears. The alcohol base can sting under the tongue and can be diluted in water or juice if that bothers you.

Interactions and cautions.

• Do not combine kanna with SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs or other serotonergic medications, including triptans, tramadol and St. John's Wort, because of the risk of serotonin syndrome
• Do not use with alcoholic drinks
• Not for use if pregnant or nursing, or if you have a heart condition
• Anyone reselling or reformulating this liquid is responsible for carrying these cautions onto their own labels
• For adults 21+ only, and keep out of reach of children

Ingredients and storage. Fermented kanna extract (Sceletium tortuosum) standardized to 5%+ total alkaloids, in either an alcohol base or a vegetable glycerin base. Store the sealed container in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight, keep it tightly closed, and decant into amber dropper bottles for daily use.

Common questions

• Should I choose the alcohol or the vegetable glycerin kanna liquid gallon? Alcohol absorbs fastest and is the classic tincture; glycerin is alcohol-free and slightly sweeter, so choose by preference.
• How many ounces are in the kanna liquid extract gallon? The Gallon holds 128 oz and the Half Gallon holds 64 oz.
• Can I use the bulk kanna liquid extract in my own drinks and formulations? Yes, it is made for sublingual use, for adding to drinks and for custom formulations.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Kanna is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.