{"product_id":"root-winter-balsam-3-wick-beeswax-blend-candle-12-oz-essential-oil-scent-up-to-50-hour-burn","title":"Root Winter Balsam 3-Wick Beeswax-Blend Candle 12 oz — Essential Oil Scent, Up to 50-Hour Burn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot Candles Winter Balsam is a 12-ounce, three-wick glass candle made in the USA from a beeswax-based natural wax blend fragranced with essential oils for up to 50 hours of clean, aromatic burn.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHand-poured in Medina, Ohio by a family-owned maker with more than a century of experience, this three-wick candle pairs traditional craftsmanship with modern quality testing. Root's proprietary beeswax blend omits paraffin and petroleum-based waxes, and uses lead-free cotton wicks to reduce soot and ensure a more stable flame. The Winter Balsam scent layers green Canadian fir needle with bright citrus top notes to create a holiday-forward fragrance that fills medium to large rooms without overpowering them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow strong is the fragrance and how long will it last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Winter Balsam fragrance is designed for steady, room-filling scent rather than a sharp, perfumed hit. With three cotton wicks and carefully measured essential oils, the candle maintains consistent fragrance throw through most of its life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUp to 50 hours of burn time from the 12-ounce vessel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree wicks for even melt-pool and better scent diffusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential oil blend focusing on fir needle and green citrus for a natural aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and safety testing matter for this candle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoot uses a beeswax-forward blend and natural cotton wicks to limit soot and promote cleaner burning compared with paraffin candles. The company conducts daily test burns and follows ASTM safety standards to monitor flame behavior, emissions, and burn performance across batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeeswax-based blend with no paraffin or petroleum-derived waxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e100% natural, lead-free cotton wicks manufactured in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDaily quality checks for fragrance throw, soot, and burn stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I use and care for the Root Winter Balsam candle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an even burn and longer lifespan, keep the melt pool full to the glass edge on the first light and trim wicks to 1\/4 inch before relighting. Place on a heat-resistant surface and avoid drafts to preserve fragrance and prevent uneven burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrim wicks to 1\/4\" between uses to control flame and soot\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow full melt pool on first burn to prevent tunneling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep away from drafts, children, and pets; use on a heat-safe surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Root’s production and heritage different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoot Candles traces back to 1869 and remains family-run on the same property in Ohio, blending handcraft techniques with modern production controls. That long history supports daily testing routines and color matching to ensure consistent quality across each batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMade in the USA by a five-generation candlemaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombines traditional handcrafting with automation and rigorous testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStringent color and fragrance checks for batch consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Root Winter Balsam is aimed at shoppers who want a premium, naturally formulated holiday candle with a strong heritage pedigree — ideal for people who prefer fewer synthetic ingredients, those gifting a classic seasonal scent, and anyone who values clean burn performance and American-made goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the Winter Balsam candle made with paraffin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. This Root candle uses a beeswax-based natural blend and excludes paraffin and petroleum-derived waxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does the 12-ounce Winter Balsam candle burn?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The 12-ounce three-wick candle offers up to about 50 hours of burn time under recommended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Root","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49196153143515,"sku":"B09241HTF4","price":42.53,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/1188\/3483\/files\/root-winter-balsam-front-glass.jpg?v=1788003947","url":"https:\/\/homelypantry.co.uk\/products\/root-winter-balsam-3-wick-beeswax-blend-candle-12-oz-essential-oil-scent-up-to-50-hour-burn","provider":"The Homely Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}