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An amber glass dropper bottle with damiana tincture inside and dried damiana in front of it. There is a small glass mason jar in the background next to a bottle of vodka.
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How To Make Damiana Tincture (Herbal Recipe)

Known for its potential to reduce anxiety, improve digestion, and even be an aphrodisiac, Damiana is a great choice to tincture and add to your other herbal remedies. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 56 days
Total Time 56 days 10 minutes
Servings: 1 bottle
Course: Tinctures for Anxiety
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • An airtight container with a tight-fitting lid – I use these glass mason jars
  • Small amber glass bottles with dropper tops - here's the ones I use
  • A fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or coffee filter - I like this unbleached cheesecloth
  • A small funnel
  • A knife or mortar and pestle – for chopping up fresh damiana leaves

Method
 

  1. If you’re using fresh leaves, make sure they are free of dirt and debris. Use a knife or mortor and pestle to chop them up into small pieces.
  2. Add the damiana leaf into a clean glass jar. If you’re using fresh leaves, fill the jar ⅔ of the way full. If you’re using dried leaves, fill the jar ⅓ of the way full to leave room for the leaves to absorb the alcohol.
  3. Cover the leaves with alcohol. I use an unflavoured vodka and you can use what you have on hand if it’s over 80-proof. If you’re using fresh leaves, use a higher-proof alcohol, like Everclear.
  4. Add a lid to the jar and shake it. 
  5. Date and label it and set it in a cool, dark place like a cupboard. If you used dried leaves, top up the jar after a day, so that the leaves are completely under the alcohol.
  6. Leave it to sit for a couple of weeks - I like to leave it for 6-8 weeks.
  7. After 8 weeks, strain off the leaves using a mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Try your best to completely remove the plant material.
  8. Add the tincture to an amber glass jar or a clean bottle.
  9. Label and date it, and it’s ready to use.

Notes

How much damiana tincture to take?

You can take 1 dropper full per day 3-4 times per day. Start by taking a small amount and work your way up.

How long does damiana tincture last?

Like many homemade alcohol-based tinctures, this tincture has a long shelf life if stored away from direct sunlight. I like to use the tincture within 1-2 years but if you don’t think you’ll use too much, you can make this tincture in small batches.

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