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Lemon Balm Tincture Recipe

Lemon Balm Tincture Recipe

Lemon balm is a gentle healing herb.It smells fresh and calming.Many people love it for stress relief.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course herbal remedy
Cuisine natural herbal
Servings 30
Calories 5 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh lemon balm leaves 1 cup chopped.
  • Or dried lemon balm half cup.
  • High proof alcohol 1 cup.
  • Vodka works very well.

Instructions
 

Prepare the leaves

  • Wash fresh leaves gently.Pat them dry well.Chop them into small pieces.

Fill the jar

  • Place leaves inside glass jar.Do not pack too tight.

Add alcohol

  • Pour alcohol over leaves fully.Leaves must stay covered.

Seal and store

  • Close the jar tightly.Store in dark cool place.

Shake daily

  • Shake the jar once daily.Do this for four weeks.

Strain the tincture

  • Strain liquid after four weeks.Discard the plant matter.

Bottle and label

  • Pour tincture into dark bottle.Label with date clearly.

Notes

  • Use fresh leaves when possible.
  • Harvest before flowering stage.
  • Always use clean equipment.
  • Store away from sunlight.
  • Be patient during soaking time.
Keyword Lemon Balm Tincture Recipe