The use of oxymels is based on thousands of years of traditional knowledge – even Hippocrates (c. 400 BC) utilised the synergy of fermented fruit vinegar and raw honey in ancient times. Vinegar served to extract minerals and alkaloids from tough roots and bark, while honey acted as a natural counterpart to soften the acidic irritation and preserve the formula. For over 2 millennia, oxymels remained a staple in every monastic pharmacy, until industrialisation and the popularity of alcohol-based tinctures shifted focus. Today, this traditional herbalism is experiencing a revival, rediscovered through the lens of modern natural medicine.
Production
Our oxymels are produced with a gentle, weeks-long cold extraction process (maceration). Unlike alcohol-based tinctures, our Sunvita® Oxymel utilises a combination of acid (vinegar) and sugars/enzymes (honey) to gently extract nutrients and phytochemicals, serving as a highly potent, alcohol-free alternative to standard extracts. The organic acids in the apple cider vinegar and the enzymatic activity of the honey function as a synergistic solvent.
To guarantee microbiological integrity and a 2-year shelf life without the use of artificial additives, our Sunvita® Oxymel undergoes controlled thermal processing. The formula is gently heated only as much as necessary to preserve the synergy of the honey, apple cider vinegar and botanical extracts in their purest forms. This controlled preservation ensures that the phytochemicals and functional mushrooms remain stable, avoiding undesirable fermentation processes. Simultaneously, the active ingredient matrix of essences and extracts is homogeneously bound. The result is an absolutely pure elixir with the highest concentration of active ingredients, completely free from artificial additives.
We have optimised the traditional cold extraction method with modern processes to create a highly concentrated liquid. This innovative Sunvita® Oxymel delivers full plant power in just 10 drops per serving.
