Choose your herb or plant material
Clean and dry the material if needed
Chop or grind the herb to increase surface area
Place the herb in a clean glass jar
Add alcohol to fully cover the herb
Seal the jar tightly
Label the jar with the herb name and date
Store the jar in a cool, dark place
Shake the jar daily
Let it steep for 2 to 6 weeks
Strain the liquid through cheesecloth or a fine sieve
Press out the remaining liquid from the plant material
Pour the tincture into dark glass dropper bottles
Label the bottles with the contents and date
Store in a cool, dark place