The process for making a tincture is simple:
Get an herb, fresh or dried.
Put said herb into a jar – fill the jar completely with fresh herb, or half-full with dried herb.
Pour enough alcohol into the jar to cover the herb.
Put a lid on it, label and date it, and give it a good shake every now and again.
Stash it in a dark cabinet for about 3-6 weeks.
Strain the tincture into a clean jar or into tincture bottles and label clearly (date, herb, type of alcohol)
Use as needed for many years – tinctures retain their strength best when stored out of direct light.
This is the most simple way to make a tincture, but that method can be refined once you learn more about the herbs, the ways of preparing them, and how to measure the potency of your creations.
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