A tincture is a concentrated herbal extract made by soaking herbs in alcohol or a mixture of alcohol and water. This process extracts the active compounds of the plant, preserving their therapeutic properties. Tinctures are typically used as a form of herbal medicine because they are easy to take, have a long shelf life, and are potent, allowing small doses to provide significant health benefits.
Herb Selection:
Fresh or dried herbs are chosen for their medicinal properties.
Extraction:
The herbs are placed in a glass jar and covered with alcohol, typically grain alchohol, brandy or vodka, which acts as a solvent. The herbs are left to soak for several weeks, with occasional shaking, to allow the alcohol to extract the plant’s active compounds.
Most tinctures are extracted at a 4:1 ratio (4 parts alcohol to 1 part plant material, Plant Prana Tinctures are extracted at a 2:1 ratio making them twice as potent)
Straining:
After the extraction period, the liquid is strained to remove solid plant matter, leaving the concentrated tincture.
Storage:
The tincture is then stored in dark glass bottles to protect it from light and preserve its potency.
Spagyric Tinctures are a type of herbal extract that is prepared using multiple extraction methods to enhance their therapeutic potency. These methods include the use of alcohol, essential oils, CO2 extractions, resins, and ash (which is created by burning plant material into ash). The process of combining these various extraction techniques makes spagyric tinctures energetically more potent compared to standard tinctures. The additional steps of distilling essential oils, extracting plant resins, and incorporating the plant’s ash amplify the herbal properties, creating a more comprehensive and powerful remedy. This method is rooted in spagyric alchemy, which aims to balance the physical, energetic, and spiritual aspects of the plant to create a holistic therapeutic effect.
Body Tonics are herbal extracts made using a base of alcohol and witch hazel, which serve as a way to apply the active compounds from plants to the body. These tonics typically contain a combination of tinctures, essential oils, and sometimes minerals. They are applied topically to the body or specific areas of the body to promote physical healing, psychological healing, and spiritual well-being. Body tonics are often used in alternative healing practices to support overall health, relieve physical discomfort, enhance mental clarity, and facilitate spiritual growth. The combination of plant-based ingredients and minerals helps to nourish, balance, and restore the body, mind, and spirit.
Concentration:
Tinctures are highly concentrated, meaning a small dose can be effective.
Ease of Use:
They are portable, easy to store, and simple to administer, often added to water or taken directly.
Long Shelf Life:
Alcohol helps preserve the tincture for long periods, sometimes several years, without losing potency.
