You might be wondering what herbal tinctures are and what makes them different from other herbal products. Herbal tinctures are concentrated herbs made by extracting from the finest herbs there are.  They are more effective and powerful considering they are made from the purest herbs available. Tinctures, nowadays, are one of the most popular types of herbal products in the market.

Although you can buy these herbal tinctures in the market, it is still better to make your own tincture. Making your own herbal tincture is economical. You can save a lot since it is cheaper compared to the ones in the market. You can make a quart of your own tincture for the price of a few ounces of tincture generally sold in retail stores.

To start making your own herbal tincture, you will need dried or fresh herbs in powdered or cut form. Aside from that, you will also need 80-100 proof vodka or rum to use as alcohol. Never use rubbing, isopropyl or wood alcohol when you’re making herbal tinctures. Also, keep wide-mouthed glass jars with lids handy along with some unbleached cheesecloth or muslin, and markers for labeling.

A traditional means of preparing herbal tinctures is to start mixing it on the day of the new moon and let them sit at least 2 weeks until the full moon. You do not have to follow this, but for a more natural drawing power, you can adopt this plan for your herbal tinctures.

The first step is to pour the amount of herb you desire into the glass jar along with the alcohol. Wait until the herbs are steeped in alcohol before adding an inch or two of additional liquid. Then seal the jar tightly to keep the alcohol from leaking or evaporating. Afterwards, keep the jar in a dark or shaded area, or place it inside a paper bag. Shake the jar every day to speed up the extraction of the essential chemicals.

After 12 weeks, take the jar out and get it ready for bottling. Pour the herbal tincture through the cheesecloth into another jar or dark-colored tincture bottle. For a more concentrated mix, squeeze out the remaining liquids from the saturated herbs until there’s no more drip. Finally, close the storage container with a stopper or cap and use your marker to label the bottle.

You can get the herbs in a reputable store or you can gather them yourself.  No matter which way, making your own herbal tincture is the best way to ensure that you get the best and concentrated mixture. Since you’re the one who made it, you have control of the quality of your product. So start making your own tincture now and enjoy the cheaper means of treating illnesses.