Jacob Hooy
Jacob Hooy has been a household name in the Netherlands since 1743. What began as a herb stall on the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam is now a family business, purveyor to the royal household, known for its herbal tea, CBD+ oil, natural skincare and pet supplements. At Dutch Balance we are building out the Jacob Hooy range step by step, with attention for the variants that suit our shop best.
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Jacob Hooy since 1743: purveyor of herbs and spices to the royal household
Jacob Hooy is one of the oldest trading companies in the Netherlands. It began in 1743 as a herb stall on the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam and has been in the hands of the Oldenboom family since 1846. The original shop in the centre of Amsterdam still exists; the head office and production are these days in Limmen. The brand may call itself Purveyor to the Royal Household. That long tradition is reflected in every recipe they use: herbal blends refined over generations, and ingredients that reach the bottle or the sachet without unnecessary processing.Jacob Hooy’s CBD+ oil
Jacob Hooy was one of the first Dutch brands to make CBD oil widely accessible. The CBD+ oil is obtained from fibre hemp and contains the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes, hence the plus after the name. The oil is available in various strengths and is produced with a careful extraction method that keeps the natural composition of the plant as intact as possible. It is a logical option for anyone who would rather buy from a Dutch brand with a long history in herbs and hemp.Jacob Hooy tea: herbal drinks from Limmen
The Jacob Hooy tea range is perhaps the best-known part of the assortment. The brand makes herbal tea in loose sachets for all sorts of purposes: from detox tea and slimming tea to the natural digestion herbal drink, raspberry leaf tea and classic green tea. The blends are put together in Limmen and contain no artificial flavourings. If you prefer a single-ingredient tea, you will find that too: rooibos, chamomile, nettle and fennel have been fixtures on the shelf for years.Vitamin E cream, walnut tanning lotion and natural care
Under the heading of natural care, Jacob Hooy makes products that generations of Dutch people know. The vitamin E cream and vitamin E oil are popular body care products. The iconic haarlemmerbruin walnut lotion is used for a natural colour in the sun, and there is a sunbed variant too. The range also includes rose water, day cream, almond oil and essential oils such as tea tree. Besides cosmetics, Jacob Hooy also makes food supplements, including collagen, super collagen and cod liver oil. The products contain as many natural ingredients as possible and no unnecessary additions.Healthy Dog: Jacob Hooy supplements for dogs
Besides the range for people, Jacob Hooy has its own line for dogs: the Healthy Dog treats. Five targeted formulas support your dog on specific points such as joints, skin and coat, digestion, relaxation and weight. You will find these dog supplements in our supplements for dogs category.Frequently asked questions about Jacob Hooy
How long has Jacob Hooy been around?
Since 1743, when it started as a herb stall on the Nieuwmarkt in Amsterdam. The Oldenboom family has owned the company since 1846. Head office and production are in Limmen today.
What does the plus in CBD+ oil stand for?
The oil is drawn from fibre hemp and holds the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes. So the plus stands for what sits alongside the CBD.
Are the Healthy Dog treats the same as the supplements for people?
No, that is a separate line for dogs with five formulas. You will find them under supplements for dogs.
Which teas does Jacob Hooy carry?
Herbal tea in loose sachets for a range of purposes, from detox and slimming tea to natural digestion, raspberry leaf and green tea. Alongside those, single herbs such as rooibos, camomile, nettle and fennel. The blends are put together in Limmen and contain no artificial flavourings.
What is haarlemmerbruin?
One of the brand’s best known products, used for a natural colour in the sun. There is a version for the sunbed as well.
Does Jacob Hooy make food supplements too?
Yes. Alongside cosmetics the brand carries collagen, super collagen and cod liver oil among others. The products hold natural ingredients wherever possible and no unnecessary additives.