Knockout Herbal Tincture

Scutellaria lateriflora

Skullcap is a deeply restorative nervine traditionally used for nervous tension, agitation, and states of nervous exhaustion. It is particularly associated in Western herbalism with the combination of feeling depleted yet unable to fully settle, the body is tired, but the nervous system remains activated. In Knockout, Skullcap helps quiet nervous-system tension and create the conditions for deeper relaxation.

Matricaria chamomilla

Chamomile is a gentle but multifaceted nervine, carminative, and antispasmodic herb with an affinity for both the nervous and digestive systems. Its traditional use recognizes the close relationship between emotional tension and digestive tension, making it particularly useful when difficulty settling is felt throughout the body. In Knockout, Chamomile helps soften nervous and digestive tension while supporting the transition toward rest.

Passiflora incarnata

Passionflower is a calming nervine traditionally used for restlessness, nervous agitation, and difficulty settling an overactive mind. Research has explored its interaction with GABAergic signaling, one of the nervous system’s major inhibitory pathways, which aligns with its traditional use for promoting relaxation. In Knockout, Passionflower specifically addresses the mental activity that can make it difficult to disengage and transition into sleep.

Eschscholzia californica

California Poppy is a relaxing nervine with traditional analgesic and sedative applications, making it particularly valuable when physical discomfort and nervous tension interfere with rest. Its isoquinoline alkaloids distinguish it from the gentler aromatic nervines in the formula and contribute to its effects on the central nervous system. In Knockout, California Poppy helps address the physical side of relaxation by easing discomfort and helping the body settle alongside the mind.

Vanilla planifolia

Vanilla is an aromatic botanical whose role in the formula is subtler than the primary nervines. Its primary aromatic compound, vanillin, gives vanilla its characteristic warm scent and flavor and has been studied for antioxidant and neuroactive properties, while vanilla’s aroma itself is associated with comfort, calm, and relaxation. In Knockout, Vanilla complements the relaxing herbs while softening and rounding the sharper botanical character of the other extracts, completing both the flavor and sensory experience of the formula.