Generic Herb Recipes

Tincture-
1 Part herb or plant material
5 Parts alchahol
Using a mortar and pestle, lightly bruise the chosen plants and place them in a glass jar. Add the alcahol, seal the jar and place it in a dark, warm location. Shake the jar twice a day for 14 days. Strain the liquid into a clear jar, making sure to get the full concentration. Store in a sealed, dark-colored glass bottle in a cool, dark location.
-Shelf life - 18 months to 2 years
(NOTE - The best alcohol for all recipes is 90 proof vodka unless otherwise specified)

Imfusion-
30g dried herbs or 75g fresh herbs
500ml hot water
Pour hot water over the herbs and let sit for 10 mins and strain
Shelf life: none. Shelf life can be stretched to 1 week of teaspoon of vodka is added

Decoction-
30g Dried herb or 75g Fresh herbs
750ml Water
Place the herb in a saucepan and add cool water. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for up to 1 hour until the volume has been reduced by 1/3. Strain.
Shelf life- None. Shelf life can be stretched to 1 week if a teaspoon of vodka is added.

Syrup-
500ml infusion or decoction
500g honey or unrefined sugar
Heat infusion or decoction in a saucepan. Add sugar or honey and stir constantly until dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool and pour into a dark glass bottle. Seal with a cork, as syrups can ferment and may explode of sealed otherwise.

Bug Bite Soother-
1/4 - cup sweet oil
5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
5 drops thyme essential oil
6 drops chamomile essential oil
5 drops oregano essential oil or extract
Mix all together and keep in a dark glass bottle