Suco de Rapé Solaris - Rapé Nasal Spray Liquid Extract - A Contemporary Expression of a Traditional Amazonian Medicine

Rapé is a traditional Amazonian snuff prepared from strong Tabaco (Nicotiana rustica) and the ashes of sacred trees. Used for countless generations by Indigenous tribes throughout Acre and the surrounding rainforest regions, Rapé is traditionally administered through the nostrils with a Kuripe or Tepi. This ceremonial practice is valued for supporting presence, focus, and inner alignment.

Alongside the well-known powdered form, some communities also prepare liquid Tabaco extracts that are inhaled through the nose. Suco de Rapé Solaris is a contemporary continuation of this tradition, offering a refined and practical way to experience a liquid Rapé extract through a precision nasal sprayer.

Energetic and Ceremonial Qualities

Some blends immediately evoke a place, while others evoke a moment. Solaris belongs to the latter. From the first spray it recalls the feeling of stepping into warm morning sunlight: bright, fresh, uplifting, and full of quiet vitality.

Suco de Rapé Solaris is crafted from a carefully selected blend of traditional tribal Rapés, partially complemented by our popular Suco de Rapé Nirvana. This contributes a warm, sweet-spiced foundation from Vanilla, Tonka, and Cumaru, creating a beautiful contrast to the lively aromas of Orange and Tangerine.

A single spray in each nostril produces an immediate aromatic flash through the nasal passages and sinuses. The opening is sharp, sparkling, and distinctly citrus-forward, while remaining grounded by the rustic character of the Rapé itself. Rather than overwhelming the senses, Solaris unfolds with a balanced and joyful character that many users find both invigorating and comforting.

Those who are sensitive to subtle inner processes and who consciously turn their attention inward often notice a gentle tingling or buzzing sensation that begins in the hands and forearms before gradually extending throughout the body. For many, this marks the transition from the initial aromatic flash into a calm, grounded, and deeply centred state of awareness, where the body feels settled and the mind becomes remarkably still.

As the experience develops, the bright citrus notes gradually soften into the warm sweetness of Vanilla, Tonka, and Cumaru. The result is a beautifully layered aromatic journey that moves from freshness and vitality towards warmth, calm, and gentle grounding.

The Citrus Infusion

The distinctive character of Solaris is created using carefully selected essential oils of Orange and Tangerine.

Because essential oils do not naturally dissolve into the water-based extract, they are gently infused over a period of approximately two weeks. During this time the extract is vigorously agitated each day, allowing the heavier aromatic constituents of the oils to become progressively integrated with the Suco. This slow infusion produces a beautifully balanced citrus character while preserving the traditional Rapé foundation.

The result is neither a perfume nor an overpowering citrus aroma. Instead, the Orange and Tangerine brighten the existing character of the Rapé, giving Solaris its distinctive sunny, refreshing, and uplifting personality.

Function and Composition

Suco de Rapé Solaris is crafted from a variety of authentic tribal Rapés selected for their grounding qualities and aromatic depth. The exact formulation remains confidential, and natural variations ensure every batch possesses its own unique character.

The liquid extract is produced using high-frequency resonance extraction, a method that captures the aromatic and energetic qualities of the Rapés without excessive heat or chemical solvents. Following extraction, the liquid undergoes multiple stages of filtration, including a final 2-micron microfiltration process that removes all plant material. What remains is a clear liquid containing only dissolved active compounds.

The extract is then allowed to settle naturally for an extended period, sometimes for several months. During this time, heavier saturated compounds gradually descend, naturally clarifying the liquid. Because the extract is intentionally produced at a high concentration, a fine precipitation may continue to form over time as dissolved compounds slowly settle out of solution.

A small percentage of bio-alcohol (approximately 8%) is added to maintain stability while preserving the natural aromatic character of the extract.

Traditional Practice and Modern Application

Liquid Tabaco preparations have been used throughout South America for generations, traditionally inhaled from the palm of the hand during ceremonial and shamanic practices. The Suco de Rapé nasal spray format offers a refined evolution of this traditional method. When applied with a gentle inward breath, the fine mist reaches deeper into the nasal passages and sinuses while preserving the ceremonial intention of presence, focus, and conscious engagement with the medicine.

Use and Posture

Apply one or two sprays into each nostril while aiming the nozzle slightly toward the centre of the head. A gentle inhalation helps distribute the extract throughout the nasal passages.

Remain seated upright during and after application. This allows any fluids produced within the sinuses to move naturally forward and outward through the nose rather than draining into the throat. If any liquid reaches the throat, simply spit it out rather than swallowing it.

As with all concentrated Rapé preparations, use sparingly, mindfully, and with respect.

Sprayer Instructions and Sediment Behaviour

Because the extract is highly concentrated, a fine sediment may gradually appear during storage. This is not plant material but naturally precipitated active compounds settling out of solution, a normal characteristic of concentrated botanical extracts.

To ensure reliable performance:

- Bottles are shipped without the nasal sprayer mounted.
- Attach the sprayer firmly until a distinct click and resistance are felt.
- Shake gently before each use.
- If the nozzle becomes blocked, rinse the sprayer stem under lukewarm water and pump until the flow is restored.
- After cleaning, spray several times outside the water to remove any remaining moisture.

The 11 ml bottle is supplied with a nasal sprayer. The 22 ml refill bottle is supplied without a sprayer. Additional replacement sprayers can be ordered separately here.

Storage and Shelf Life

Suco de Rapé Solaris does not require refrigeration. Store below room temperature and away from direct sunlight to preserve its aromatic quality and stability.

When stored under suitable conditions, the shelf life can reach up to two years. The best-before date is printed on the label.

After each use, wipe the nozzle with a slightly damp tissue and replace the protective cap securely to keep the sprayer clean and functioning properly.

Nasal Wash Recommendation

As Suco de Rapé works differently from powdered Rapé, the amount of mucus released is generally lower. After a session, many users appreciate rinsing the nasal passages with a mild saline solution to remove any remaining residues and maintain comfortable breathing.

A simple isotonic rinse made from distilled water, pure salt, and a very small amount of Menthol may be used. Allow the solution to remain in the sinuses for a short time before gently blowing the nose. This is especially recommended before going to bed, helping to keep the nasal passages clear throughout the night.

Mapacho and Traditional Singa (Tabaco Liquid)

Mapacho (Nicotiana rustica) is one of the most traditional and widely respected plants of the Amazon. Considered a master plant, it is central to the work of tabaqueros — shamans who specialise in Tabaco — and it is also used alongside other teacher plants such as Ayahuasca. In many regions, Mapacho is prepared not only as smoke or Rapé, but also as "Singa", a strong Tabaco liquid used in ceremonies, initiations, and moments of crisis or healing.

Singa holds an important place in Amazonian ritual life. Depending on the tribe, it may be snuffed, drunk, or applied externally, often accompanied by specific chants. Its purpose varies: to shift consciousness, support trance states, fortify the shaman, or clear obstructive energies from a patient. Each community maintains its own methods of preparing and using Singa, and its role is shaped by the lineage and cosmology of the people.

In some areas of the Montaña and the Guyana region, shamans ingest or inhale concentrated Tabaco liquids during magico-religious ceremonies to enter visionary states. Recipes may include only Mapacho or be combined with other ritual plants, such as Ayahuasca or Maikoa (Brugmansia). Among the Coto of Peru, only shamans are permitted to snuff Singa, while other male members may drink it. The Jivaro peoples developed refined ways of preparing Tabaco juice for communication with the spirit world, using it in initiations, vision quests, war preparations, and protective rites. In their traditions, both men and women may participate in its use.

Guyana tribes typically squeeze and steep fresh Tabaco leaves in water, after which the liquid is either drunk or inhaled — women generally drink the infusion, while men inhale it. Among the Tukanos of Colombia and Brazil, Singa is reserved for shamanic rituals and used exclusively by shamans or their apprentices to deepen trance and induce purification. Some communities boil Tabaco water into a dense concentrate, occasionally thickened with cassava starch, creating a paste that is licked from the fingers or a wooden stick. These preparations are known for producing strong physical reactions that are considered integral to cleansing and renewal within those traditions.

In the Ecuadorian Montañas, Tabaco juice is consumed to communicate with spirits, and Tabaco water is inhaled to call upon the spirit of the plant during healing work. Campa tabaqueros likewise drink concentrated Tabaco preparations to seek guidance and strengthen their connection to the unseen world during ecstatic states. In various Jivaro traditions, Tabaco juice plays a significant role in supporting those experiencing imbalance or spiritual disturbance, and it is used in a broader context of care, protection, and ceremonial practice.

Across the Amazon, Mapacho remains a foundational plant — one that carries authority, clarity, and a capacity to bridge human and spiritual realms. Singa, in its many forms, reflects this relationship: a potent expression of trust, discipline, and dialogue with the living world that surrounds and supports the people who work with it.

Warning on Ingesting Tabaco in Any Form

A strong warning is necessary when discussing the ingestion of Tabaco liquids. While Singa plays an important role in various indigenous traditions, drinking concentrated Tabaco juice can be extremely dangerous outside of those exact cultural contexts. Indigenous shamans who work with Singa have undergone years of training, dietary restrictions, and initiation processes that allow them to tolerate and understand the plant’s intensity.

For untrained individuals, ingesting Tabaco liquid can lead to severe nicotine poisoning, overwhelming physical reactions, loss of consciousness, or worse. Traditional use does not imply safe recreational use. In many tribes, only highly trained shamans are allowed to drink or snuff concentrated Tabaco liquids, and even then, only during strictly guided ritual settings.

Under no circumstances should Tabaco juice be drunk by untrained persons, nor should it be experimented with casually. The same applies to any concentrated Tabaco extract. Modern users should never ingest Rapé, Singa, or any form of extracted Tabaco liquid.

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Other names: Fluid Rapé, Rapé juice, liquid Rapé, Rapé liquid extract.