Behind the Scenes with Alaska Rhodiola: Exploring Their New Extraction Lab in South Anchorage

When most people think of Alaska, they picture rugged mountains, endless daylight in the summer, and winters that demand resilience. But tucked inside this powerful landscape is a plant that thrives under these conditions and offers benefits to people around the world: Rhodiola rosea.

And right here in Anchorage, Alaska Rhodiola is leading the way in unlocking its potential. With the opening of their brand-new extraction lab in South Anchorage, the team is expanding production capacity, innovating new products, and strengthening Alaska’s role in the adaptogen market.

We went behind the scenes to capture a rare inside look at the new facility. Scroll down to watch the full video and see the process for yourself — but first, let’s talk about why Rhodiola is so special, what this lab means for Alaska manufacturing, and how Alaska Rhodiola is expanding from tinctures to capsules.

What is Rhodiola?

Rhodiola rosea, sometimes called the “golden root,” is a perennial herb that grows in some of the world’s most extreme environments — Siberia, Scandinavia, and, of course, Alaska. Its ability to thrive in harsh conditions is the same reason it offers such profound benefits as an herbal supplement.

Rhodiola is classified as an adaptogen, meaning it helps the body “adapt” to stress, balance systems, and recover from both physical and mental strain. For centuries, it’s been used in traditional medicine, and today it’s one of the most researched herbs in the natural wellness space.

Why Alaska is the Perfect Place for Rhodiola

Plants grown in extreme environments often produce stronger compounds — and Alaska is no exception. Long summer days of nearly endless sunlight, combined with cold winters and nutrient-rich soils, create ideal growing conditions for Rhodiola rosea.

Alaska farmers are pioneering Rhodiola cultivation on a commercial scale, producing roots that are among the most potent in the world. Alaska Rhodiola has been at the center of this movement, building both a reliable supply chain and a brand that highlights Alaska’s unique growing conditions.

Inside the New Extraction Lab in South Anchorage

Opening a new lab is about more than just new equipment — it’s about building capacity, creating consistency, and opening doors for innovation.

Alaska Rhodiola’s new extraction lab in South Anchorage is a huge step forward for the company and for Alaska’s manufacturing community.

Here’s why it matters:

• Quality Control: The lab allows the team to oversee every step of the process, ensuring high standards from root to extract.

• Consistency: Advanced extraction methods mean every batch of Rhodiola is reliable and effective.

• Local Manufacturing: By processing in Alaska, the value stays in the state, supporting jobs and the local economy.

• Innovation Hub: The lab makes it possible to expand beyond tinctures and into new products, including capsules.

  
  

From Tinctures to Capsules: Expanding Access to Rhodiola

Until now, Alaska Rhodiola’s signature product has been their handcrafted Rhodiola tincture. Tinctures are a time-tested way to deliver the full spectrum of plant compounds, but they’re not for everyone. Because tinctures are alcohol-based, some customers — whether for health, personal, or lifestyle reasons — prefer to avoid them.

That’s where the new extraction lab makes a game-changing difference. With expanded production capability, Alaska Rhodiola is adding capsules to their product line.

Capsules provide a new level of accessibility:

• Convenience – Easy to carry, easy to dose, and simple to integrate into a daily routine.

• Accessibility – A great option for people who cannot or prefer not to take alcohol-based tinctures.

• Consistency – Each capsule delivers a standardized dose of Rhodiola, ensuring reliable results.

  
  

By offering both tinctures and capsules, Alaska Rhodiola is making their adaptogenic herb available to more people than ever before.

The Bigger Picture: Alaska Manufacturing

This story isn’t just about herbs — it’s about Alaska’s future in manufacturing. Too often, raw materials leave the state and are processed elsewhere, meaning the added value and economic benefits are lost.

Alaska Rhodiola’s investment in extraction technology proves that Alaska can do more than grow raw ingredients — we can process, manufacture, and innovate right here at home. The new lab adds credibility to Alaska’s role in the adaptogen market and sets the stage for new collaborations, research, and product development.

Why You Should Watch the Behind-the-Scenes Video

Reading about this process is one thing — but seeing it is another. In our behind-the-scenes video, you’ll step inside the new extraction lab and watch as Alaska Rhodiola transforms raw roots into powerful herbal extracts.

You’ll see:

• The state-of-the-art extraction equipment in action

• How roots harvested in Alaska become capsules

• Insights from the Alaska Rhodiola team about their process and vision

• A glimpse of what Alaska’s manufacturing future looks like in motion

👇Watch the full behind-the-scenes video

What’s Next for Alaska Rhodiola?

With the lab officially up and running, Alaska Rhodiola is poised for growth. Their plans include:

• Launching Rhodiola capsules alongside their well-loved tincture, reaching new audiences

• Continuing to study Rhodiola’s adaptogenic benefits in collaboration with researchers

• Partnering with farmers and manufacturers to strengthen Alaska’s herbal supply chain

• Expanding distribution and sharing the story of Alaska-grown Rhodiola on a global stage

  
  

How You Can Support Alaska Rhodiola

If you’re inspired by their story, here are a few simple ways to get involved:

1. Watch and share the video. Help spread the word about Alaska-grown innovation.

2. Try Rhodiola yourself. Whether tincture or capsule, experience the benefits firsthand.

3. Follow Alaska Rhodiola. Stay connected as they launch new products and share updates.

4. Support local manufacturing. Every purchase helps strengthen Alaska’s economy and showcase what’s possible here.

   
   

Final Thoughts

Rhodiola has been called the “herb of resilience” — and there’s no better place for it to grow than Alaska. With their new South Anchorage extraction lab, Alaska Rhodiola is doing more than expanding their product line; they’re building a future for Alaskan manufacturing, health, and innovation.

Don’t just read about it. Watch the behind-the-scenes video and see how Alaska Rhodiola is bringing the power of this adaptogen from the ground to the capsule — and from Alaska to the world.

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