Tinctures
A tincture is a mix of a liquid (usually alcohol) and herbs. Why alcohol? For its efficiency at extracting the herbal properties we’re trying to access as well as preserving their potency. Think of tinctures as herbal concentrations—that’s why you only need to take a small amount. At Wild Apothecary we make our tinctures with premium vodka in order to not distract from the flavor of the herbs—because while we love mezcal and gin, we think they belong in a cocktail, not a tincture. An elixir is a similar concept, but is most often made with brandy (like the ones from Wild Apothecary) as well as honey
If you’re often on the go, you’ll love tinctures and elixirs for their efficiency and for how easy they are to travel with!
Frequent Questions
Wondering about the best way to take your tincture or elixir? Tinctures and elixirs can be taken directly from the bottle, followed by a sip of water, but you can also add yours to a glass of water, tea or juice to dilute the sometimes strong taste. Remember to give the bottle a gentle shake before taking, since some natural separation can occur
What about the alcohol content? Tinctures and elixirs contain alcohol, albeit very small amounts considering the serving size. While most don’t mind this, if you’d rather keep things as alcohol free as possible, you can add your drops to a glass of hot, but not boiling, water. After sitting for five minutes, most of the alcohol will evaporate but the herbal properties will remain
How much should you take? Usually around half of the dropper, or 1 ml, 1-3 times a day. A general guideline is to take the smallest amount while still feeling a positive effect, so start with once a day and gradually work yourself up to a serving that feels good to you. How often you take a tincture or elixir of course also depends on if you are taking it for a longterm effect, such as sleep support or brain health, versus for an acute issue like promoting relief of congestion or easing the nastiness of a hangover