How to Make Herbal Tinctures

http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/ How to make herbal tinctures. This is an herbal tincture recipe using Valerian root (Valeriana officinalis). Valerian tincture is a calming herb and a good herbal insomnia remedy. Valerian root tincture is also a good home herbal remedy for anxiety. Making a tincture is a great way of preserving these medicinal constituents since tinctures will last on your shelf for several years. Tinctures are also a very convenient way of getting herbs into our systems. This recipe uses dried bulk oranic herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs.

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[haklarja1]

Is it only the root of this plant that has all the benefits? Or does the leaves/flowers contain the same properties?

[mountainroseherbs]

@haklarja1 The root of the Valerian plant is the most medicinal and should be used to make your tincture.

[Kidwithcloset]

Is it possible to make tinture out of Essiac Tea?

[mountainroseherbs]

@Kidwithcloset I've never tried that, but I don't see why not. You may want to use the percolation tincturing method if the tea is powdered. Hope this helps!

[halo491]

could i use 80 proof whiskey?

[mountainroseherbs]

@halo491 Yes, for most herbs any alcohol at 40% or above will work nicely.

[mountainroseherbs]

@joesaccountwitstuff The tincture will already be very potent and strong enough to deliver the medicinal properties you want. The alcohol will extract the plant until the solvent becomes completely saturated. Trying to make the strongest tincture possible isn't the best appraoch to medicine making, since it won't be as pleasant to take and can be harsh depending on the herb. Also, exposing your tincture to air can make it go bad faster. Thanks for the great question! ~Erin

[mountainroseherbs]

@ltcartwright1976 You can make herb infused vinegars, though the resulting "extract" will be very different from an alcohol based tincture. I allow herbal vinegars to infuse in the refrigerator for 6-8 weeks. Thanks for the great question! ~Erin

[zediation]

Great video!

[SuperDelta000]

@mountainroseherbs Hi, are herbal tinctures stronger and better absorbed by the body than herbal tea's and capsules?. Which way would be best to take herbal medicines for optimal potency, bioavailibilty, etc... Thanks!?

[MultiNaturals]

is it necessary to leave it for 6 wks

[HappierHealthierYou]

This sure is alot fancy shmancy voodoo going here, we all know all you need to thrive is GMO bananas!

[63gstone]

Would 190 or 200 proof Everclear do well in this process or do you need the water?

[Bramble1976]

Wonderful vid, very very informative for a beginner like me :) Happy Xmas from New Zealand

[StarAnisse]

I'm drinking some ginger tea with a few drops of my homemade sage tincture. It is wonderful. and to know that I made it myself, make drinking it all the more satisfying. I tried to order Valerian but Mountain Rose Herbs is all out right now. Thanks for all the great info.

[kingdavidzora]

Hello. How much alcohol would I need to use to make the most potent tincture out of 100 grams of pine pollen powder? I use it to workout for its androgenic benefits. I would really appreciate your help.

[foziaaanwarr]

I order nettle order from your website but i dont know how to use it. do i have to make tea to drink or use directly to scalp? looking forward to hear from you.. thanks