How to Make Turmeric Tincture!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@judykelley5023]

I have done what is called a Double Extraction. Using Tumeric for 1 and Ginger for the other using Extra Virgin Olive Oil in one jar, then in another jar covering my herb root with vodka as in making a tincture. Allowing both 4 weeks till straining day. I strain each into seperate storage bottles but set half of the final product aside from each. I then place the herb root i had strained from into a new jar and add each of the halves together to cover, set aside for another 4 weeks.....i then have a double extraction that is also fat soluable.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for sharing your process!! It's very interesting indeed.

[@Tamara-mm7us]

I’m new to herbalism. I really like & appreciate your videos. Very helpful, thank you! 🌱

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you so much for watching! Glad to have you here.

[@happy_times01]

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[@mbank8895]

I have recently discovered tumeric by accident . I have been suffering from a really bad tooth and and severe gerd. I had bought some tumeric rhizomes from the grocery store and since I had never tried them before I cut of a small piece cut it up and added it to my tea and I added some black pepper. I noticed shortly after my toothach was gone. Days later I realized I never had heartburn or gerd at night. I hope I am not overdoing the tumeric and I am afraid I won't be able to buy anymore since are grocery store has only had it once . I want tumeric forever. I can finally sleep at night . I want to try this and see if I can just use this instead of wasting all the tumeric. Thank you for your video.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

When we find a herb that works so well for us, it can be a little nerve-racking to think about being without out! I get that. Turmeric does have some heat to it, so just keep an eye on your stomach to make sure that long term use doesn't irritate it. And good luck with the tincture! I hope its a more efficient and cost effective way for you to use it!

[@adaisychain5]

Oh wow, this was truly informative! I used to take turmeric in pill form and definitely no black pepper in it! Thanks so much for all the info!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yes it's a pet peeve of mine when companies jump on trends with little to no knowledge about the medicine! Lots of great companies add in either fat or black pepper (or both)

[@angelamc3532]

​@@SpiraeaHerbsso do tinctures ever go bad?? How long can it set until I have to make it again??

[@angelamc3532]

​@@SpiraeaHerbsAlso with a tincture how many drops are safe to use just under the tongue or do you have to put it in a Drink or food?? Thanks!!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@angelamc3532 Unfortunately Canadian regulations are quite clear and I'm unable to provide dosing information outside of clinic. Generally speaking I can say that I normally suggest adding tincture to a bit of water :)

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@angelamc3532 They don't really ever go bad. Especially if they are stored properly (cool, dark location etc.). I think eventually they will oxidize (especially if you are opening them frequently) so I only ever press tinctures once I am ready to use them.

[@raez7155]

Thanks for this video! I grew a bunch of black turmeric (Kali haldi) and had no idea how to preserve it. If turmeric is more bioavailable with fat, why not directly infuse it into oil instead?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You could absolutely infuse it into oil and that would be great for things like cooking etc. From a clinical perspective, I would rather have the tincture which is easier when I blend for my clients. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@happy_times01]

Plus, oils don't have a long of a shelf life as alcohol. With Oil infused herbs , it would take a significant amount in your food to get any benefits... Hope this helps!

[@jojojo381]

Thank you I've just found your site I'm looking forward to seeing more information 😀 😊 ❤

[@daryldominguez3563]

Could you use a small amount of coconut oil together with some ginger and black pepper during the extraction process to make the tincture more bioavailable?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have never done that before but it would be worth playing with. I always use it with ginger tincture in clinic to help with bioavailability.

[@SowViableGardens]

That would be interesting to figure out a formulation for this, similar to a golden paste but in tincture form 🌱

[@SowViableGardens]

Nice. I’m currently making a black turmeric tincture with my home grown harvest 🌱💚

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Oh that's amazing! I want to figure out how to grow it indoors.

[@isabelladavis1363]

What an excellent channel you have so happy to have found it ❤️

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Glad you found me too! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment.

[@BobbieXxoo]

Loved this video!!! ❤ Thank you

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You are most welcome!

[@linettejones2101]

I love tumeric. Thank you for sharing this amazing tincture.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@SusanJAvery]

Can you mix a ginger tincture with turmeric tincture to increase its bioavailability? Or black pepper with the turmeric tincture for the same purpose?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You absolutely can! Personally I prefer to make all of my tinctures separately and then blend for my clients. For example, if a new client doesn't tolerate a lot of heat I may want to start them on a formulation that has 10% turmeric and 5% ginger. Once they've done one round at that level, I can then choose to increase it to 15% turmeric and 5% ginger which is my preference as a catalyst. I can't do that if I made the turmeric and ginger in the same jar. Does that help!

[@CurlyEm]

You are a gift ... thank you for sharing

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for your kindness ♥

[@Marychange]

Thank you! I am new to this tincture making, (although have used them for many years). I am actually waiting for some from a great herbal company. Question: I was wondering if it is necessary to fill the jar to the very top? Can we leave space, or will that create a problem? Also, is 30% alcohol enough for most tinctures? I ask because there are many ideas about this. A friend told me 40% - 80 proof vodka. And others like it much higher. Any input would be great. I am asking a lot of questions, sorry. I would buy a book if you have one? i really appreciated this video. You are a great teacher. Thanks again!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Hi there! I like to fill as close to the top as possible to avoid oxidation. But it's very much personal preference. I use 30% alcohol and 10% vegetable grade glycerin. That brings the total to 40%. If you are not using glycerin, then yes, you would want 40% alcohol. I have been making tinctures this way for well over a decade and they have served my needs and the needs of my clients very well. And I do have a book! Thanks for asking. You can find it here: amzn.to/4dwHHfi

[@jonolsen2610]

Hi, love everything about medicinal tinctures, but isn't it the bedst way to extrackt the bennefits from the plant, with 65% alcohol?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

This is a great question so thank you for asking. Here's my take. If you ask 100 herbalists on how to make medicine, you are going to get 101 different answers! With none of them being wrong either. Lol I think the addition of the vegetable grade glycerin is what makes it work for me. I have been using this method for over a decade and my medicines are top notch.

[@profile_01]

@@SpiraeaHerbs I think this is optimal because each solvent (ethanol and glycerin) pulls out different things, or so I have heard from another herbalist. Can even add a splash of ACV to get another solvent in there. After 4-5 years of making tinctures I am now using about half ethanol (Everclear 95%) half VG w. a splash of ACV for good measure. Sits +3 months shake periodically especially vigorous day of extraction

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@profile_01 I agree completely and love the idea of using some apple cider vinegar. I might play with this as well. A truly universal menstruum!

[@nurturhealth4860]

Thanks so much for video! If I were to add black pepper to it, what would be the proportion? Also, you mentioned 90 grams of turmeric to 450ml of vodka, does this ration work accurately for ounces? Let's say 3oz of turmeric to 15oz vodka to make it 1:5? Lastly, after a week of infusing my tincture has dark colour, not golden orange, is that normal? Thanks a lot, I learned a bunch!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Hi there. I have never added black pepper, but I would think just a few peppercorns would do the trick (thinking about when I cook with turmeric and only have to add a few cracks of pepper to help make it more bioavailable). I use 87 grams for a 500ml bottle (which I believe is a pint in the US?) 87 grams when converted is just over 3 ounces I believe. If it is really dark it is possible it has oxidized. A certain amount of colour change is totally normal. Hope that helps!

[@nurturhealth4860]

Thank you. May the dark colour be because turmeric is unpeeled? It turned dark just a few days after I started it, vodka was up to the lid. Could it oxidize that fast?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@nurturhealth4860 I would think not. Mine definitely gets darker. How dark are we talking? Like black? Or just a darker orange?

[@happy_times01]

My first time watching one of your videos! I definitely subbed! I love tumeric! I use it for a back injury... Love, light and strength! Many beautiful and BLISSFUL days to everyone to enjoy! 🫶🤗🙌💛🔆🌞✨️😍👋🌍🌏🌎

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks so much and welcome to the channel!! I love turmeric too 😍

[@GlitzyWitch]

Could you make combined tinctures, like turmeric and black pepper, or ginger, or is or best to do them separately and mix them to pour in a dropper when needed. Thank you. I've been making herbal/flower salves, I've been studying herbalism on and off, bit yet to make a tincture. Thank you ❤

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Make sure you check out my freebies and information on my monthly membership (both found in the description) if you are venturing into the world of herbalism! Personally I tincture everything separately, but I am clinically trained and do see clients so for my needs this makes the most sense. You could definitely combine them, but you need to ask yourself if you can see their use in multiple different formulations. For example, you can tincture peppermint separately and then it can be used for digestive formulations, nervous system formulations, respiratory cold/cough formulations. It allows for more versatility. Does that help?

[@jamarone5902]

Thank you

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

My pleasure!

[@marfromwi11423]

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[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@tsigekiflay8972]

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[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@chantel410]

Thank you for your awesome content from beginning and making easy as well..and the tips of the staining lol i know that oh to well

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment! It's greatly appreciated.

[@lejdihenderson6027]

Thank you for sharing this easy turorial. Do you strain the roots from the tincure after three months? And does it matter what proof vodka to use?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Most welcome! I strain it when I need it. I would prefer my tinctures sit with the herbs in them as they have a much longer shelf life this way. Once I press/strain them, I like to use them up within a year. I use a menstrum of 30% alcohol, 10% vegetable grade glycerin and 60% water :)

[@lejdihenderson6027]

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[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@mbalingcamu1550]

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[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks so much and welcome to the channel!

[@MM-zo8be]

How important is it that the vodka be 190proof? Turns out my state, and all those surrounding me have made it illegal to buy everclear. Does extraction work well with 151proof, which is the highest proof I can buy? Of course I want to maximize the extraction! Is 151proof or glycerin more powerful extractant?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

SO I will preface my response by saying this is my opinion. Many people will disagree with me and many will agree. Ultimately you need to do what feels right for you! I NEVER use 190 proof. Except for medicinal mushrooms. I use 30% alcohol and 10% vegetable grade glycerin. I have been using this menstruum for well over a decade and my tinctures work great. If you want my free tincture guide you can snag it here: www.spiraeaherbs.ca/8aa93cc0-9d98c44a Good luck with your medicine making!

[@BCSTS]

Excellent video....thank you !

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks so much!!

[@dannettepeters1507]

🌟🌟Do you think it would be beneficial to add black peppercorns to the tumeric tincture?🌟🌟. Thank you!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I personally don't because I never know when I will have a client that is extremely sensitive to the nightshade family. But you could totally do that. Since I've never done it, I can't comment on how much, but I would think its quite a small amount. Good luck!

[@dannettepeters1507]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thanks so much for your reply! Fortunately, I love pepper on almost everything!

[@HRoos]

Hi, I just discovered you channel, very informative - watching from Gansbaai in South Africa 🇿🇦! I have a big problem with my second batch of tinture - the recipe I used add a cup of water with the tumeric, pepper and vodca (3 liter container - I used 2x750ml bottles of vodca) - it was stored the last 3 months in a dark cupboard but shaking the bottle there are small bubbles moving to the surface and on opening the bottle there are a slight fizzy sound?!!!!! Can I still use this because it is 3 months worth of work??!!!! 🙈 Kind regards - Heidi

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have never had that happen! It sounds like it fermented?? How does it smell. I'm not sure what to suggest honestly.

[@HRoos]

@SpiraeaHerbs , thank you for getting back to me! I cannot remember the exact amount of tumeric that I used - all I can remember is that it was a lot! I do not know if I mixed up my quantities somehow?! 🤷🏻‍♀️ The smell is still tumericy but the taste "feels stronger"....I think?!! It definitely taste different than before! 🤷🏻‍♀️ I just don't want to fail an alcohol test or cut off a finger with a carpet knife at work!!! I will keep a close eye on me and my husband for the next week - our main concern is not to land in hospital with a case of drinking punch gone bad!!!! If you just can maybe assure me that this stuff cannot be poisonous!!!! We NEED this stuff to get through the winter!!! Regards

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@HRoos Well tincture doses are designed to be small anyway. You don't need a lot! Honestly, its really hard to make a "bad" tincture. Because of the alcohol content it's almost impossible to create an environment that could grow anything of concern. That being said, ultimately you need to use your intuition and instincts. Good luck!

[@HRoos]

@SpiraeaHerbs , just one last comment! I realized only this morning that grated my tumeric with the skin on! The previous time I peeled the tumeric before I used it! Maybe that can explain the results!? Thank you again for your time! Greetings from a very cold and very windy South Africa!! 🥶 🙏🏼🌺

[@MomIrregardless]

i ordered 5 ounces of turmeric powder online a while back, and received FIVE POUNDS instead!! i have been searching for uses for the powder to extend it's useful life. thank you for the tincture info! also, can i simmer/reduce to remove the alcohol content after it is ready to use? i react badly to any alcohol at all....

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've never removed the alcohol afterwards so I am not an expert in this regard. I have a few questions though. a) do you react to all alcohols the same way? b) have you ever take herbal tinctures where the intention behind the alcohol consumption is VERY different than that of just drinking it for other purposes? The alternative would be to look into acidics (apple cider vinegar extractions).

[@MomIrregardless]

@@SpiraeaHerbs i have always had the same reaction, even as a 'tween'. i flush very red in the face, and feel very hot. there is no sneaking a drink for me! it's very obvious. my family used to use me to test the punch bowl at parties to see if anyone had added anything they shouldn't have. i have used vanilla and other flavor commercial extracts, but only in baking, cooking, etc, where i am sure the alcohol is cooked off, never just as a medicinal. also, i have had several surgeries on my stomach/gut as an adult, and will be 'flying drunk' after only an ounce of wine! so i do avoid consuming at all costs. i will google acetic tinctures and thank you for taking the time to answer, and offer suggestions!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@MomIrregardless the reason why I asked, is that the intention behind consuming the alcohol is quite different when we use it as medicine. Also, the dosages are far smaller than anything you can compare to when it comes to social drinking. I would be curious to see how your body would respond to a very small dose of a medicinal herbal tincture, especially if you're moving forward with the idea that it is medicine.

[@MomIrregardless]

@@SpiraeaHerbs i made a tincture for my medicinal 'herb' namely, MJ. i used everclear as the recipe required. NEVER AGAIN!! it burned my mouth in the smallest of doses, i had to add it to my morning coffee to use it at all. same hot, red, face flushing along with an increased heart rate too. so far i have had to make my medicinals with coconut oil, and that is tiresome in my coffee . i plan to try with vodka, but fear the same result. i am apparently really 'allergic' or sensitive to any alcohol. i used to drink socially occasionally, but since my several surgeries, no more. i actually avoid any commercial extracts also. sigh. i really wanted to incorporate and use this turmeric! maybe i will have to put it into my own capsules and take it that way. just what i need, yet another pill!!

[@mdshawki3]

Awesome video shall I know the best method for extracting Ginseng herb? can we use the same method? please advise and thanking in advance

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I would use tincture for ginseng root yes!

[@jamesmassmann6524]

Great video 1 question if I were to add ginger and fenugreek to this would I still use the 1 to 5 ratio of alcohol?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

My apologies for missing this comment. I don't always get notifications of them and some get missed. You would want your total amount of herbs to equal the 1 to 5 ratio yes.

[@MrStevenhogg]

Could you add a few cracks of black pepper into the tincture ?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Absolutely could! I just don't because I never know if I have a client who is sensitive to pepper or the nightshade family. But if its for your personal use, go for it!

[@anitaassad4499]

Hi from Johannesburg south Africa. Just found your channel. I live with chronic pain. Is there a tincture one can use please?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Unfortunately due to strict Meta and Health Canada guidelines I am not allowed to give any specific medical advice. But if you were my client, I would be getting to the root of your pain. Why are you suffering from it? Because that will lead us in the proper direction to healing it as opposed to just using herbs to manage it. Hope that provides you some insight and a few areas to direct your research. Good luck!

[@samanthaann9131]

Can you make a ginger turmeric tincture together or make separate and combine them after waiting period?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can do either! But there are times when I want just one or the other, so my personal preference is to make them separate.

[@pienke_1232]

Does the ginger has t o be mixed with the tumeric in the tincture making? Thanks for the video!!God bless❤

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I make the separately. You do not have to combine them but I have found that the combination helps makes the turmeric more bioavailable. Hope that helps!

[@claudetteleblanc5273]

Hi Correne, perfect video at this time. I bought some empty capsules from Amazon. And I've been mixing tumeric powder, black pepper, ginger powder in the capsules. Would it be better to do your tumeric tincture? Thank you so much.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Turmeric tincture is pretty darn spicy. I dont' use it on its own. I add it to formulations as a catalyst. So in this case the capsules might be a better option for you due to its pungency.

[@user-gl2ps6ui8p]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I'm glad you like it

[@Denise-tl8mw]

How much more absorbing is it with pepper. Did you mean ginger also helps with absorption

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

It makes it up to 2000x more bioavailable which is HUGE. Ginger has a synergistic relationship with turmeric which will also increase it's bioavailability. Because this relationship hasn't been studied specifically, I cannot say by how much exactly. Hope that helps!

[@alijones484]

hi Corrine, I am planning to make turmeric tincture , particularly for its anti arthritic properties. would it be a good idea to mix some black peppercorns into the tincture as I make it to make it more bio available ?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You could do that for sure. I personally like the synergistic combination of turmeric and ginger to help make it more bioavailable, but both are viable. My only caution would be taking it straight without blending it in a formula for arthritis. Due to its heat and pungency it might cause irritation if taken for longer periods of time.

[@JaniceCrowell]

Thank you for this.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for watching.

[@Matrucos3]

I have 75% alcohol. Is that suitable for making tumeric tincture.?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

That's a high percentage and likely a bit overkill (in my opinion! please do your own independent research). I personally would water it down a bit.

[@kenweaver2283]

Great video !! Is there a tincture recipe that combines turmeric with ginger ?? Thanks !!!!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I never use straight turmeric or ginger tincture alone. The pungency, when taken over longer periods of time would cause gut irritation for sure. However I use them together as a catalyst (a way of driving constituents to tissues throughout the body) all the time. My favourite combination to start with is 5% ginger and 10% turmeric. You would then have other herbs make up the remaining 85%. If you have a higher tolerance for heat you could go 5% ginger and 15% turmeric. Hope that helps!

[@michellewaithe9150]

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[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Hooray!! ♥♥

[@isabellavalencia8026]

Thankyou for sharing friend

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Many thanks for watching ♥

[@josephinepiccolo-altamura4288]

Can I use everclear instead of vodka?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yep! Lots of people do for making tinctures. Personally I would water it down a bit because I think the percentage is higher than vodka yes? (I am not familiar with everclear).

[@patriceboquet4995]

Iam thinking I may use brandy instead of vodka that’s what I use in my milky oats tincture what do you think Coreen?

[@BossWhite-cf1lk]

Hello can i make a ginger and turmeric tincture?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You absolutely can. I choose not too because I have been called to use them separately on occation. I would not add them in equal amounts though because ginger is much more pungent. About 5% ginger and 10% turmeric should do the trick.

[@Deba7777]

What is this tincture used for? Also, does turmeric stain teeth? Thank you, very interesting video!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

This is what we would call a catalyst in formulations. In addition to its amazing anti-inflammatory properties, its pungency helps to drive constituents where we need them to go in the body. You would never take it alone as it would be far too hot. So it would be used as apart of a formulation. And I've been using turmeric tincture for many many years and I've never noticed any staining. But again, you aren't taking it straight.

[@briant444]

how are u removing the alcohol after the storage period?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

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[@briant444]

@@SpiraeaHerbs thx for your reply. so u are using alcohol as your carrier, i guess i'm not sure how that effects consumption. if used in cooking i imagine the alcohol evaporates off, but what about if i want to take it by mouth direct from the jar? or if diluting where there is no heat or evaporation likely?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@briant444 Unfortunately I can't give you specific guidelines as per Health Canada (and Google) regulations. I am required to have a consultation, but generally speaking, this tincture is designed to be taken internally as part of a formulation. On its own it is simply too pungent. So I would blend it with other herbs/tinctures depending on what the goal of my formula is. Hope that helps!

[@briant444]

@@SpiraeaHerbs k, thx

[@kirikinowilliams1410]

Hi 👋 Is it alright to use tumeric powder. If I don't have the other !? And T.I.A

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I don't see why not but I never have. Straining it might be prove to be difficult though.

[@kirikinowilliams1410]

@@SpiraeaHerbs🤔. 🤣🤦 so true lol..... I just learnt about the rosemary and vodka or apple cider one, I just need the apple cider now.... But I really love tumeric so I thought I would look one up, but food cost is high here in the South Island of New Zealand, and it doesn't help alot of there stock comes from the North Island 😅.... But that's fine I don't mind buying it but by bit 🤗 oh can I use anything else besides vodka too 🤷🏻. 🤗🌿

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@kirikinowilliams1410 Turmeric tincture is very pungent so you will not be taking it straight. It really should be part of a formulation, which means that it should last quite a while! I hope you are able to source some :)

[@kirikinowilliams1410]

@@SpiraeaHerbs thank you so much 🤗

[@arianabenalal4950]

HI! thanks for this video. I have a question, I was using a 1:3 formula where the liquid part was divided by 45% alcohol (alcohol 96%) and 55% water. Why i was taught this and you are not using any water at all? Thank you.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

That is because I create my menstruum ahead of time. It's 30% alcohol, 10% vegetable grade glycerin and the rest of spring water :) Hope that helps!

[@arianabenalal4950]

@@SpiraeaHerbs thank you so much... It's my first time doing tincture so trying to do it properly. 🙏

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@arianabenalal4950 You know what is so wonderful (but also confusing) about herbal medicine? There really is no one "proper" way. I often joke, if you ask 100 herbalists how to do something, you will get 101 different answers! As long as you have properly identified your plant and work with positive intention... medicine will be made. ♥

[@arianabenalal4950]

@@SpiraeaHerbs thank you!

[@arianabenalal4950]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Hey! I just made my own tincture and now I just need to wait till is ready to try it. Another question that just emerged is what should I do with the turmeric once the tincture is ready to use, should I strain it and leave only the liquid? If i leave the Turmeric inside, wouldn´t it became to concentrated in some ponit? Thanks for your help

[@markdlt2989]

Can we use dehydrated or dried root turmeric like from StarWest Botanicals?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have no experience with using dried root, but it is my preference to avoid using dried herbs unless it is my last option. Personal preference of course! I also do not have any direct experience with StarWest Botanicals and their quality. If they are a good and reputable company, I would not have hesitation in using their product. Hope that helps!

[@kenechichidimma2827]

You sound very smart and intelligent 👍

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You are too kind.

[@victoriadegand2393]

Can i tincture ginger & turmeric together?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You sure can! I just choose not too because I want the ability to tinker with percentages. For example, with new clients I tend to use 5% ginger and 10% turmeric in a formula. But as they become used to the heat level, I increase the turmeric to 15% (5% ginger). Hope that helps!

[@YolyCurls]

I have some fresh frozen turmeric. Is it okay to use it for the tinture?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I'm honestly not sure. I've never worked with it, but I don't see why it wouldn't be. My only concern would be any potential added water content from the freezing process, but it's worth a try.

[@annaleedaughterofyhwh7767]

I’m wondering if I couldn’t put black pepper corns in with the tincture before sealing? Please and thank you 🙏

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

A few people have tried this but I myself have not and cannot comment on flavour or potency of medicine, but it certainly doesn't seem like a bad idea from where I stand!

[@lalitdas6369]

Would you recommend mechanically blending the turmeric rhizome in alcohol.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I know lots of people who do, but I personally do not. However, I do shake the jars whenever I think about it to add in that oscillation movement.

[@sandiarend6169]

Do you strain it after 3 months?? Thank you 🙏

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I only strain when I need it! I prefer to let my herbs macerate as long as possible. But yes, I would wait a minimum of 2-3 months before straining.

[@sandiarend6169]

Thank you for taking the time to answer me. I have now subscribed

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@sandiarend6169 My pleasure! Thanks for subscribing. I truly appreciate it.

[@wilburcollins8342]

Thanks

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks for watching!

[@kennethanddonnajacobs5735]

Can you make it without Glycerin?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

My apologies for missing this comment. You can absolutely make your tinctures without glycerin.

[@kauzmikaxiom8188]

So do you put the ginger in the tincture with turmeric?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I do not no. I tincture them separately and then combine when I'm formulating 😊

[@kauzmikaxiom8188]

@@SpiraeaHerbs ok Thankh you

[@clownhall1609]

The alcohol bottle seems to be quite large is it vodka and where can I buy large quantity

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I buy overproof alcohol from small distilleries that are local to me. That would be my suggestion! Reach out to local alcohol producers and see if they make tincture/overproof alcohol.

[@TheSilverCrownNaturalGreyHair]

Do I have to cut it with water? I have just starting making my own tinctures using 100% alchohol for dried roots and berries. Am I to cut it with water as well? When I used dried leaves, I used 80 proof. I thought that if i added water, it would dilute the medicine. ??? I'm using the folk method as I suck with numbers! But should I add water to the mixture?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

There are lots of different methods for tincture making. Some people vary the menstruum depending on which plant they tincture (varying alcohol percentages). I do not do this. My menstruum (which is premade before I make my medicine) is 30% alcohol, 10% vegetable grade glycerin and 60% spring water. I have used this for over a decade now and have excellent results with my tinctures. If you do not include glycerin, you would want to increase the alcohol to 40%. Watering it down afterwards is not the route I would go personally. I would add water to my alcohol before making the tincture. But again that is just my preference and there are many herbalists who do things in a variety of different ways! Hope that helps clarify.

[@angiejoseph1336]

Can I blend turmeric in blender

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've never done it before so I am uncertain how it will turn out, but you can certainly try!

[@kimstill9555]

Can you tincture the black pepper or ginger with the turmeric?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can yes. I prefer to keep things separate just in case I want to use them on their own (specifically in the ginger case), but combining is certainly a possibility.

[@renooggooner]

Hi, GREAT video! I just subscribed. I am 58 and I just got into herbal medicine. Where do you buy your herbs?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thanks so much for joining! I truly appreciate it. I grow and wild harvest a vast amount of herbs. In terms of dried, check out my video on sourcing good quality dried herbs. Should help a lot!

[@renooggooner]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thank you!!!

[@annaleedaughterofyhwh7767]

@@SpiraeaHerbs I can’t find that link!? 😪

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@annaleedaughterofyhwh7767 Which link are you referring too? It's been quite a while since I filmed this video and I'm not sure what I mention in them! I can try to guide you.

[@tamischmit1485]

I have an adult disabled child that I can't get a capsule of anything in her. I was thinking turmeric tincture mixed with something to get it in her. Do u have any recommendations?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Hmmm. Do you think she would take turmeric milk? (also called golden milk)

[@tonymckinney1355]

Could you put black pepper in with your turmeric then the alcohol ?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

If you would like to absolutely. I personally like to keep all my tinctures separate, but that is certainly an option.

[@tonymckinney1355]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thank you for responding 👍

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@tonymckinney1355 My pleasure! Good luck with your medicine making.

[@Gabrielle937]

In some instruction videos I see recommendations to keep the tincture in sunlight, others suggest a dark place. What is the correct way and does it depend on the herb used?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I'll share my line of thinking and why I do what I do and then allow you to make the decision for yourself 😊 Sunlight = oxidation and oxidation degrades chemical constituents which impacts the quality of the end product. I'm not sure the reasoning behind putting in the sun so I hesitate to say it's "wrong". Hope this provides insight as to why I use the process that I do 😉

[@Gabrielle937]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Yes, my thoughts exactly. Thank you.

[@MariaHerrera-zn4vr]

Tinctures, you preserve it in a dark place preferable in an amber bottle. If you have an infused herb with oil yes you may keep it at sunlight, for my understanding.

[@johnsacson1007]

I have quite a bit of white turmeric growing in my garden. I'm wondering if it's worth doing a tincture? I haven't found anyone online doing a tincture with it. But maybe I haven't dug deep enough!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I think a good question you could ask yourself is if you plan on working with herbs in formulation. Turmeric's pungency makes it a hard plant to work with as a simple (taking it alone) so I tend to only use it with other plants. It then acts as the main anti-inflammatory and circulatory stimulant in a formula. Hope that helps you decide!

[@angelsuniverse6021]

Why cant use a processor?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You absolutely can use one, but I choose not too. I find it too mechanical (for lack of a better term) for my liking and removes the connection between me and the plant. However, lots of people use them with great success!

[@tjoe2516]

Can I use brandy?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can but I have very little experience with tinctures made with brandy except making an elderberry elixir. Vodka is usually the alcohol of choice but upon doing a quick search, brandy is used by some. We just want to avoid alcohols that high sugar or impart some kind of medicinal properties on their own. Hope that helps.

[@MrTimjwilson]

Have you made this as an extract in alcohol distilled? I'm guessing it could be utilized immediately saturated with butter or coconut oil.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have not no. I tend to make tinctures the way I demonstrate in this video and allow the slow passage of time to pull out all the medicine!

[@ph214]

I made a tincture of cata claw,.tumeric and ginger my husband cut his finger and the blood wouldnt stop it was CRAZY, they said it was from rhe herbs, what did i do wrong? Do you sell tour tinctures of offer classe Im in tbe US

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I can't speak to that without having to see it but I don't think "they" are incorrect. Just my two cents worth. It's possible it thinned his blood a bit, but its not unheard of for finger wounds to bleed a lot. Yes I teach online in my membership platform. The doors to it are currently closed, but you are welcome to join the wait list! www.spiraeaherbs.ca/wpw-salespage And I can sell tinctures, but only to my clients unfortunately. Health Canada has strict regulations.

[@ph214]

@@SpiraeaHerbs I wasn't clear, I'm sorry "they" are the Drs at the urgent care. He works with his hands and cuts himself a lot, but this was a whole new level of bleeding and the cut wasn't nearly as bad as others. Thank you for letting me know about your class. I will look into it. Thanks for answering my question

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@ph214 It is definitely possible that the combination of those three herbs thinned his blood. Especially if he is on any medications that could have interacted. Sometimes our formulations have unintended consequences! I hope he is on the mend now.

[@ph214]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Yes he's on the mend now thank you!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

@@ph214 Very glad to hear that!

[@peggysue1925]

Question do you have to peel the turmeric before you make the tincture somebody help me please

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I never do, but I also source organic turmeric!

[@christinamoreno9188]

What would be measurements for powder form

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Powered would be considered dried so I would use in and around 63 grams for a 500ml tincture. Keep in mind pressing it will be extremely difficult because the herbs are in powdered form. Good luck!

[@nigtturner]

What do you mean by 10% turmeric and 5% ginger in comparison to what thanks

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

To use as a catalyst (warming herbs) in a formulation. Other options would be too lengthy to go into here. But I often use cayenne, wild bergamot, rosemary, thyme etc. But the ratios would be different depending on the pungency level of the plants.

[@robwho58]

Why can't I just use a food processor to chop the turmeric?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You absolutely can, but I prefer not too.

[@mrschefyoda7825]

Are there different types of Tumeric? LIke Medicinal vs Culinary types?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Not that I am aware of. The culinary type is the same that I use for medicine!

[@mrschefyoda7825]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thank you..

[@countrygalinthecity]

Thank you for sharing. Could you recommend somewhere to get fresh tumeric? I've checked every store around us and no one sells it. We did order some organic from California once...

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I wish I had a good source! It was a friend of mine that brought me this batch. Larger natural grocery stores will sell it (where are you located?) I have been keeping my eye out for restocks with this company: canadianginger.com/

[@rebeccastephens6447]

Publix sells it. Also Azure Sanda

[@franmorrison1080]

​@SpiraeaHerbs Sobey's grocery stores. Sometimes have the organic

[@shenaunderwood5935]

How much powder, that’s all I have, would I use for this?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've never worked with powdered turmeric in such a capacity so I cannot speak from experience. In general if I am using dried herbs, I use 63 grams for a 500ml tincture. Hope that helps!

[@angiejoseph1336]

Can I blend the turmeric

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have never used a blender before, but I know people who do. Personal preference I think. My apologies for taking this long to respond. I did not get a notification for this comment.

[@user-qy1vs7jo7b]

How would I make this with turmeric root powder, and 190 proof everclear?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have never made it with turmeric powder before. I imagine it would be very very difficult to strain, but whenever I make with dried herbs I reduce the amount to 63 grams for 500ml. As for everclear I am uncertain what percentage alcohol that is as I don't think I've seen it here in Ontario. Hope that helps!

[@user-qy1vs7jo7b]

@@SpiraeaHerbs Thank you for your response! I appreciate the info!

[@elwinapaul6236]

Can I add honey to it

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I've never added honey to a tincture but I can't see why not.

[@talulahwest710]

How much do you take and how often? No one ever seems to state this. Do you take it from a dropper? Or a spoonful? Do you make it a tea?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I completely understand your frustration. And the reason why we don't state it is because that is considered the rendering of specific health advice which is illegal and prohibited by Health Canada. On a monitored platform such as this... not worth the risk unfortunately. So we can teach you how to make the medicine, but you'll have to do a bit of legwork to figure out dosing. What I can state is that its low doses. Think therapeutic in nature. For chronic health conditions 3x a day kind of thing. I would not take turmeric on its own because its too pungent. I tend to use it in formulation with other herbs.

[@planningreelalaska4121]

I heard if you tincture turmeric and black Peppercorns

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You can definitely do that. I have found a lot of people to be sensitive to black pepper though so for me, in clinic, it makes sense to keep them separate.

[@doveseye.4666]

Instead of filtering I learned to just leave it and rack it off the top.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

You could definitely do that! For things like roots I don't think you would see much of a difference in yield. But for leaves/flowers that absorb a lot of the alcohol, I would want to press it to get as much of the alcohol out as possible.

[@reneeowens4285]

Do you use just plain vodka? Does it have to be a certain proof?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I have always just used 30% alcohol and 10% vegetable grade glycerin as my menstruum for pretty much everything. It has worked well for me ! I know some people vary percentages, but I have never done that method.

[@rebeccastephens6447]

Do you mix the vegetable grade glycerin with the alcohol or does it come like that when purchased? I’m new to this and do not normally purchase Vodka.

[@lawandamcclorin2260]

😊

[@JaniceCrowell]

So you never use more than 25% turmeric tincture. You mean you add it to other tinctures and the final solution won’t be more than 25% turmeric tincture?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Yes exactly. It's too hot to take on its own for extended periods of time. So I will add it to formulations in smaller amounts.

[@kaylabug0719]

Where can we buy that knife, what brand is it, thanks

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I bought it at a random kitchen store a decade ago so I'm uncertain. But any good kitchen store should carry them. You can get them on Amazon too I believe.

[@JeanHendrix-zl5hv]

I can't believe that you didn't put any black pepper in it !!!

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Because I make my tinctures for clients and I cannot guarantee that they do not have nightshade issues, it is much safer and wiser for me to not add it. But if you are using it for personal use and know that you are not sensitive to nightshades, go for it!

[@evaolsson141]

🧡🧡🧡 Sweden

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

So cool!! Thanks for watching.

[@debbwebbdotcomm]

Would rather see what you are doing... please point to the work surface for more of the video when working.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Thank you for the feedback. Now that I have invested in better filming equipment this is possible.

[@JasonDrennen]

Alcohol eat up the metal of your lid? That don't make no sense.

[@TheSilverCrownNaturalGreyHair]

it makes plenty of sense. The alchohol is very corrosive to the plastic coating that is in the lid of a canning jar. it will cause it to rust.

[@MomIrregardless]

i went to your 'join now' link, sorry. i dont clik page after page after page without being told the COST of something. you never even mention if there IS a cost.....i am disappointed in you. unsubbing i think

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Hi there. All of my sales funnels have clear pricing on them, but if I have neglected that I would like to remedy that. What Join Now link are you referring to? For Weavers? Or for Becoming the Herbalist at Home?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

I am sorry that you feel that way, but I just double checked my pages for my online community and my new course and the pricing is very clear. You just need to scroll down. If you don't get to the bottom of the page and you click a link before that, it takes you to an order form that also clearly states both monthly and yearly costs for Weavers and the one time cost for Becoming the Herbalist at Home. There are spots to put in either PayPal or credit card information, clearly indicating that it is something that costs money. Again, I apologize that your experience was not as you had hoped, but I was in no way trying to get you to join something without telling you the cost. They are clearly outlined. If you have any concerns please reach out via email.

[@ahmadbiswas1344]

You,beautiful

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

😊 thank you

[@mariep4018]

They sell tinctures in health food stores and in my local farmers market. And right on the teeny little bottles that they sell, they tell you the dosage. So the dosage information is out there. You little dropper falls why can’t you tell us about dosages it doesn’t make sense. It’s not like it’s a big secret. Some laws are so ridiculous. It’s really the medical industry. They don’t want you to be healthy so they try to block any information from healthcare professionals because they feel intimidated. And that’s really what it is so they make up all the laws so they could pump you up with the chemicals instead. Which are very bad for you anyway because our bodies, humans or animals were not designed to take chemicals that could poison us. They need to get with the program step up to the plate and stuff poisoning, humanity and wildlife and the environment.

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

The tinctures that make it to market like that have NHPNs here in Canada. That is the only legal way to do it and it's very very very expensive. It's entirely cost prohibitive for a small scale herbalist to afford them. And I agree... it feels very much by design. It's frustrating for sure. Thankfully I can teach my students about dosing which is why I am so passionate about teaching. Get that information out there as much as I can!

[@mariep4018]

Ok

[@jamarone5902]

Thank you

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Welcome!

[@kennethanddonnajacobs5735]

Can you make it without glycerin.?

[@SpiraeaHerbs]

Absolutely! I just like adding vegetable grade glycerin because it helps to pull our fat soluble constituents giving you a more well rounded medicine. However, totally not necessary.