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To make a simple tincture you will need a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, fresh herbs, and 80-100 proof liquor such as vodka or brandy. Pour the liquor over the herbs in a ratio of one part herbs to 4 parts alcohol. Stir the alcohol into the herbs until they are thoroughly saturated, then cap tightly. If the herbs are fluffy (such as chamomile, calendula or yarrow, you may need to use one part herb to 5 or 6 parts alcohol. Let the herbs steep in the liquid for a minimum of three weeks. After steeping, strain the tincture by placing a strainer lined with a thin cloth over the bowl and pour the entire contents of the jar into the cloth-lined strainer. Allow the liquid to seep into the bowl, then gather the ends of the cloth together and squeeze out any remaining liquid. Store in amber glass bottles away from direct light or heat.
