Old Snowmass, Colorado

Flowers are medicine.

Flower medicine for the modern tool kit. Our remedies are formulated from ancient wisdom, brought into the present day.

Find a moment of tranquility with our latest collection of flower essences, now available.

The Alleyway Apothecary flower essence collection bottles on a wooden surface
Moon phase: First Quarter

Sunday, May 24

First Quarter

Decisions ask to be made. Mexican Sunflower for steady joy.

The Collection

Flower essences

Ali Whitten, herbalist and founder of The Alleyway Apothecary, at her work table

About

A portal between realms.

The Alleyway Apothecary, a place where herbal medicine reigns supreme. We believe that it is our collective birthright to live, tend, and work with the plant medicine of Mother Earth.

We echo her wisdom into our teas, tinctures, elixirs, flower essences, and electuaries. Plant medicine is available for humanity, as a gift from the wild, to be safely consumed for health and wellbeing.

People are storytelling creatures, and we achieve healing through the cross-cultural perspective of the hero's mythological journey. We guide you into the sacred space of your most aligned self.

Plants speak in a language older than words; listen when the ancients call.

The maker of magic, our lead Herbalist, Ali.

Work With Ali

Sessions at the apothecary.

Custom herbal sessions

For deeper work, Ali offers custom herbal sessions: intake, plant selection, and a full set of remedies built around what you are tending. These range from $250 to $2000 depending on supplies and scope, and a sliding scale is available.

Inquire about a custom session

Questions

Frequently asked.

What is plant medicine?+

The practice of using wild and abundant herbs, that one might perceive as weeds, as a way to enhance our lives through consumption and connection to the earth around us.

How much are your custom sessions?+

Sessions range from $250 to $2000, depending on supplies and services. We can discuss a sliding scale and payment options for any who wish to be supported by plant medicine.

Are the plants and herbs used safe for consumption?+

All herbs and plant materials used are nourishing and safe for adults and children. While working with children, it is best to use one third of the dose used for adults for their little, growing bodies.

Are you LGBTQ+ friendly?+

We accept and celebrate difference at The Alleyway Apothecary. All are welcomed and respected for their lived experiences and what stories they have to tell. We have two ears and one mouth for a reason, and believe that there is always more to learn.

Still have questions? Reach out.

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