Homemade Tincture and Extract Recipe Directory

No matter where you source your ingredients, whether from reputable online suppliers, wild foraging, home gardening, or your local apothecary... starting with quality 200 proof food grade ethanol is necessary so your final tincture or extract is the best it can be.  Explore the list below to find the homemade tincture and extract recipes tailored to a variety of ingredients, each designed to help you make the most of your homemade herbal preparations. 

Homemade Tincture and Extract Recipes

Tinctures and extracts can be made from fresh, dried, or liquid ingredients and include herbs, flowers, roots, stems, seeds, bark, fruits, fungi, sap, gum, and resins, and even certain animal-derived ingredients.  Check back often as we continue to add more recipes to our site.

🌿 Herbs & Leaves

View our Guide to Tincturing Herbs and Leaves using pure food grade ethanol.

• Basil
• Boneset
• Cannabis
• Catnip
• Chickweed
  
• Comfrey
• Ginkgo Biloba
• Ginseng
• Holy Basil
• Juniper
• Lamb’s Ear
• Lavender
• Lemon Balm
• Lemongrass
• Mint, Common
• Mountain Mint
• Mullein 
• Nettle (Stinging Nettle)
• Oregano
• Peppermint
• Plantain
• Purslane
• Rosemary
• Rose Hips
• Sage
• Shepherd’s Purse
• Spilanthes
• St. John’s Wort
• Thyme
• Yarrow
• Elderberry

🌼 Flowers & Blossoms

View our Guide to Flower and Blossom tinctures and extracts using pure food grade ethanol.

• Blue Lotus
• Calendula
• Chamomile
• Hibiscus
• Marigold (Pot Marigold)
• Rose Petal
• Elderflower

🌱 Roots & Rhizomes

View our Guide to Root and Rhizome tinctures and extracts using pure food grade ethanol.

• Ashwagandha
• Burdock
• Dandelion
• Echinacea
• Elecampane
• Garlic
• Ginger
• Ginseng
• Gravel Root
• Licorice Root
• Marshmallow Root
  

🌿 Sap, Gum and Resins

View our Guide to Sap, Gum, and Resin tinctures and extracts using pure food grade ethanol. 

• Frankincense
• Myrrh
  
• Cedar
• White Pine
• Birch Sap

🌰 Seeds, Pods, Spices, & Fruits

View our Guide to Seed, Pod, and Fruit tinctures and extracts using pure food grade ethanol. 

• Black Peppercorn
• Cacao and Chocolate
• Cinnamon
• Fennel
• Juniper Berry
• Pink Peppercorn
• Vanilla

🍄 Fungus & Mushrooms

View our Guide to Mushroom and Fungus tinctures and extracts using pure food grade ethanol. 

• Chaga
• Cordyceps
• Lion's Mane
• Maitake
• Reishi
• Shiitake
• Turkey Tail

🍊 Citrus Peels & Rinds

View our Guide to Mastering Citrus Extracts using pure food grade ethanol.

• Lemon
• Orange
• Lime
• Grapefruit
• Bitter Orange
• Blood Orange
• Buddha's Hand
• Kaffir Lime
• Key Lime
• Kumquat
• Mandarin Orange
• Meyer Lemon
• Pomelo
• Tangelo
• Yuzu

Animal Derived Ingredients

View our Guide to Animal-Derived tinctures and extracts using pure 200 proof food grade ethanol.

• Propolis
• Royal Jelly
• Cod Liver Oil
• Emu Oil
• Lanolin
• Gelatin

Herbal Ingredients for the Kitchen and Apothecary

Herbal Traditions Across Cultures: Time-Tested Extraction Methods

For centuries, civilizations across the world including China, Assyria, India, Greece, Egypt, and Native American traditions have used alcohol to extract, preserve, and concentrate the beneficial properties of herbs. While traditional preparations often relied on wine, beer, or lower-proof alcohols, modern herbalists have access to pure 200 proof food grade ethanol, the ideal solvent for tinctures and extracts. Its purity and strength allow for efficient extraction of beneficial compounds from a wide range of botanical and herbal ingredients, ensuring maximum potency and preservation.

Herbal Remedies by Culture: Traditional Ingredients and Their Uses

• The Influence of Chinese Herbal Ingredients in Herbalism and Naturopathy
• Decoding the Ingredients of Ancient Assyrian Herbalism
• Ingredients of Traditional Ayurvedic Herbalism and Their Influence on Modern Wellness
  
• The Timeless Ingredients of Egyptian Herbalism
  
• The Most Important Herbal Ingredients in Ancient Greek Herbology

Herbal Ingredients Grouped by Traditional Health Supportive Benefits

Herbs and botanicals have been valued for centuries for their health-supporting properties, both internally and externally. While no single herb can support every system in the body, experienced herbalists often create custom blends to maximize their effects according to traditional knowledge and understanding.  Exploring different herbs can be a great way to discover natural options for wellness, but it’s important to make informed choices.

Use the links below to learn more about herbal ingredients grouped by their traditional uses.  However, always consult with a healthcare professional before incorporating new ingredients into your routine, especially if you have allergies or take prescription medications.  Research thoroughly, stay informed, and prioritize your health when exploring herbal remedies.

• Traditional Herbs Used to Support Mental Clarity and Stress Relief
• Traditional Herbs Used for Respiratory Support
• Traditional Herbs Used for Immune Function Support
• Traditional Herbs Used to Support Skin Health
• Traditional Herbs Used for Circulatory and Cardiovascular Support
• Traditional Herbs Used to Support Digestive Health