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A small glass jar with oregano tincture inside. On top is a silver funnel with cheesecloth on top of it to strain off the fresh oregano.
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How To Make Oregano Tincture (Simple Recipe)

Oregano tincture uses only two ingredients and can help improve a range of health conditions. From reducing inflammation, fighting against bacteria, and even helping recover from colds and flus more quickly, this is an herbal remedy to stock in your home. 
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 56 days
Total Time 56 days 10 minutes
Servings: 1 bottle
Course: Tinctures for Immune Support
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • An airtight container with a plastic lid – I use a glass mason jar with a piece of parchment paper between the metal lid and tincture to prevent the alcohol from corroding the metal
  • Small amber glass bottles with dropper tops - I use these ones
  • A fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or coffee filter - I like this unbleached cheesecloth
  • A small funnel
  • A knife – for chopping up fresh oregano

Method
 

  1. Remove the oregano leaves from the stems. Fully wash the leaves and pat them dry.
  2. Use a knife to chop the leaves into small pieces to maximise the surface area of the plant exposed to the alcohol. 
  3. Add the fresh or dried oregano to a sanitised clean glass jar. If using fresh leaves, fill the jar full. If you’re using dried leaves fill the jar ⅓ of the way full to leave room for them to absorb the alcohol.
  4. Submerge the plant material in alcohol and make sure it’s completely covered.
  5. Add the lid and shake the jar to ensure all of the leaves are completely covered by alcohol.
  6. Leave the jar in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight for 6-8 weeks.
  7. Aim to shake the jar 3-4 times a week to keep everything covered in alcohol.
  8. After 6-8 weeks, use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain off the tincture.
  9. Use a funnel to add the tincture to an amber glass dropper bottle.
  10. Add the date and label the tincture to make sure you don’t forget what it is.

Notes

How much oregano tincture to take?

I take this tincture on a regular basis and take 1-2 droppers full per day in the wintertime to help prevent colds and flus. You can start by taking a small amount and work your way up.

How long does oregano tincture last?

Like many homemade alcohol-based herbal tinctures, oregano tincture has a long shelf life if stored away from direct sunlight. I like to use the tincture within 1-2 years.

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