🌿 Herbal Extract Comparison Chart

🌿 Herbal Extract Comparison Chart Feature/PropertyTinctureGlyceriteOxymelSolvent/BaseAlcohol (usually 40–95%)Vegetable glycerin + waterApple cider vinegar + honeyBest forStrong, long-lasting extractionsAlcohol-free, sweet extractsCold/sore throat, respiratory...

Balm VS Salve VS Liniment

🌿 Topical Herbal Preparations Comparison Chart Feature/Property Balm Salve Liniment Texture Thick, solid, waxy Softer than balm, ointment-like Liquid or semi-liquid Base Ingredients High beeswax + oils (e.g., shea, coconut) Oils + lower ratio of beeswax Alcohol,...

Tincture VS Glycerite VS Oxymel

🌿 Herbal Extract Comparison Chart Feature/Property Tincture Glycerite Oxymel Solvent/Base Alcohol (usually 40–95%) Vegetable glycerin + water Apple cider vinegar + honey Best for Strong, long-lasting extractions Alcohol-free, sweet extracts Cold/sore throat,...

Understanding Alcohol

🧪 Understanding Alcohol Proof Proof is twice the percentage of alcohol by volume. 80 proof = 40% alcohol 100 proof = 50% alcohol 190 proof = 95% alcohol (Everclear) Higher proof = more alcohol, less water Lower proof = more water, less alcohol 🌿 General Guidelines by...

Liniments

🌿 Basic Herbal Liniment Recipe (Alcohol-Based) ✅ Supplies Needed: Dried herbs of choice (see suggestions below) 80–100 proof alcohol (vodka or rubbing alcohol) Glass jar with lid (Mason jar works well) Cheesecloth or fine strainer Small glass bottles for storage (dark...