--- product_id: 296494229 title: "Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g)" brand: "naturegrail" price: "R713" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Naturegrail" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/296494229-red-cinchona-bark-cinchona-pubescens-cut-and-dried-peruvian-bark store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 100% Natural & Vegan Precise 28g (1oz) Premium Cut Sourced Directly from Ecuador Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g) **Brand:** naturegrail **Price:** R713 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍸 Elevate your craft cocktails with nature’s original bitter bark! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g) by naturegrail - **How much does it cost?** R713 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/296494229-red-cinchona-bark-cinchona-pubescens-cut-and-dried-peruvian-bark) ## Best For - naturegrail enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted naturegrail brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Clean & Conscious:** Non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly—crafted for the mindful millennial who values purity and sustainability. - • **Compact & Convenient:** A perfectly portioned 1oz pack that fits effortlessly into your kitchen arsenal or bar setup. - • **Pure Botanical Power:** Experience authentic Red Cinchona Bark, cut and dried to preserve its natural alkaloids for your artisanal tonic creations. - • **Craft Your Signature Sip:** Perfect for homemade tonic syrups and gin infusions, elevating your mixology game with a historic bitter edge. - • **Globally Trusted Quality:** Food-grade, premium bark processed in Germany ensures consistent flavor and safety in every batch. ## Overview Red Cinchona Bark from Ecuador, cut and dried to premium food-grade standards, offers a 100% natural, vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free ingredient ideal for artisanal tonic syrups and cocktail infusions. Packaged in a convenient 1oz portion, this bark is processed in Germany to ensure purity and quality, making it a must-have for the modern mixologist and health-conscious professional. ## Description Naturegrail Red Cinchona Bark is the cut and dried bark of Cinchona pubescens, a tree native to the Andes. Its intensely bitter taste made it the original flavor of tonic water. Homemade tonic syrup: - 2 tablespoons (about 10 g) cinchona bark - 2 cups (16 fl oz) water - Peel of 1 lime and 1 lemon, 1 stalk of lemongrass - 1/2 cup sugar 1. Simmer bark, water, citrus peel and lemongrass for 20 minutes. 2. Let cool, then strain through a fine sieve and a coffee filter. 3. Stir in the sugar until dissolved and keep the syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. 4. Mix 1 part syrup with 4 parts soda water, add gin and ice if you like. The bark is very bitter: use it sparingly and adjust to taste. Ingredients: 100% cut and dried red cinchona bark (Cinchona pubescens). Net weight: 1 oz (28 g). Country of origin: Ecuador. Storage: dry, cool and dark. Vegan, gluten free. ## Features - THE TONIC BARK: Cut and dried bark of the red cinchona tree (Cinchona pubescens), also known as Peruvian bark or Jesuit's bark, the classic bitter ingredient of tonic water. - HOMEMADE TONIC SYRUP: Simmer the bark with water, citrus peel and lemongrass, strain finely and sweeten. Mix with soda water for your own craft gin and tonic. - BITTERS AND COCKTAILS: A base for homemade aromatic bitters and amaro style liqueurs. Very bitter, so a small amount is enough. - FROM ECUADOR: Sourced from Ecuador, cut and packed in Germany. Resealable pouch. - BY NATUREGRAIL: Ingredients: 100% cut and dried red cinchona bark (Cinchona pubescens). Store dry, cool and dark. Vegan, gluten free. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08XDG9MVN | | Best Sellers Rank | #73,035 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #2,370 in Herbal Tea | | Brand | Naturegrail | | Brand Name | Naturegrail | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 131 Reviews | | Flavor | Bark | | Item Form | Powder | | Item Package Weight | 0.03 kg | | Item Weight | 1 ounces | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Package Weight | 0.03 kg | | Size | 1 Ounce (Pack of 1) | | Specialty | Cut, Dried, Natural, Gluten Free | | Temperature Condition | Fresh | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Naturegrail - **Item Weight:** 1 ounces - **Package Weight:** 0.03 kg - **Size:** 1 Ounce (Pack of 1) - **Specialty:** Cut, Dried, Natural, Gluten Free ## Images ![Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+T6SNIS5L.jpg) ![Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91q3BFFGmPL.jpg) ![Red Cinchona Bark (Cinchona pubescens) - Cut & Dried Peruvian Bark from Ecuador for Homemade Tonic Syrup, Tonic Water, Bitters & Cocktails - Packed in Germany, 1 oz (28 g) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61x36Ow+K3L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this prepared like tea? and How much of it to a cup? Thanks in advance.** A: I use this to make tonic water, not to drink as tea. It is a main component of tonic water. **Q: Does this product taste bitter?** A: yes - it is bitter and is used to make tonic which is slightly bitter and needs other ingredients to soften the taste **Q: Is this product raw?** A: Yes, our Red Cinchona Bark is 100% raw. ## Frequently Bought Together - Red Cinchona Bark - Cut, Dried & Natural Cinchona Pubescens from Ecuador, also known as China-bark and Peruvian bark - Net Weight: 1 Oz / 28 Grams - Gentian Dried Root Organic Quality - Genetian Roots - Long Dan Cao - Dried Gentian Root Tea Gentian Tea Gentian Root Herb Organic Gentian - The Spice Way Cardamom Pods- (4 oz) Whole Green Cardamom Pod kosher by OK --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/296494229-red-cinchona-bark-cinchona-pubescens-cut-and-dried-peruvian-bark](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/296494229-red-cinchona-bark-cinchona-pubescens-cut-and-dried-peruvian-bark) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-22*