🌿 Basic Tincture-Making Instructions (Folk Method)

✅ Supplies Needed:

• Dried or fresh herbs

• 80–100 proof vodka or other high-proof alcohol (e.g., Everclear, if diluted appropriately)

• Glass jar with lid (Mason jars work well)

• Label and marker

• Cheesecloth or fine strainer

• Amber glass dropper bottles (for storage)

🌿 Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Choose and Prepare Your Herb

• Fresh herbs: Chop finely.

• Dried herbs: Crush or crumble slightly to increase surface area.

2. Fill Your Jar

• Fill the jar:

• Fresh herbs: ⅔ to ¾ full.

• Dried herbs: ½ full.

• Do not pack the herbs too tightly.

3. Add Alcohol

• Pour alcohol over the herbs, completely covering them.

• Leave at least 1 inch of space at the top.

• Seal the jar tightly.

4. Label and Store

• Label with:

• Herb name

• Date

• Type of alcohol used

• Store in a cool, dark place for 4–6 weeks.

• Shake gently every day or every few days.

5. Strain and Bottle

• After 4–6 weeks, strain through cheesecloth into a clean bowl.

• Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

• Pour into amber dropper bottles for storage.

📌 Dosage Tips:

• A common dose is 1–2 dropperfuls (about 30–60 drops), 2–3 times per day, depending on the herb and purpose.

• Always consult a qualified herbalist or medical professional for safe usage, especially with potent herbs.