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A tincture is a process of maceration, also called cold collation. It is a concentrated liquid form of herbs. A tincture dissolves the herb material and extracts its constituents in alcohol, vegetable glycerin, or vinegar.
This is an invaluable preparation in herbal medicine because water only extracts some medicinal properties of the herb, whereas tincturing extracts many more beneficial constituents.
A tincture is a very convenient method of herbal administration:
They can be stored for extended periods
Alcohol-based tinctures can last indefinitely if prepared properly
Apple cider vinegar can last for about six months if prepared properly
Once prepared, tinctures are simple to dispense and can be taken instantly in a glass of water or tea
Tinctures are useful when an infusion, tea, or decoction would taste too bitter to drink
You can tincture any part of the herb: leaves, roots, flowers, or seeds
An herbal tincture is a concentrated liquid form of one or more herbs. To make a tincture, a person must soak parts of an herb for several weeks in alcohol or vinegar.