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A glass jar with ashwagandha tincture inside. There is dried ashwagandha in front of it and an amber glass tincture bottle in the background.
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Simple Organic Ashwagandha Tincture Recipe (Plus Benefits)

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that can help you become more resilient to stress. Tincturing ashwagandha makes preserving and consuming the plant’s medicinal benefits easy. Here’s a simple ashwagandha tincture recipe for stress and immune support.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Infusion 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 tight-fitting lid – I use a glass pint mason jar with parchment paper between the metal lid and tincture or extract to prevent the alcohol from corroding the metal. - I use these
  • Small amber glass bottles with dropper tops - I use these
  • A fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or coffee filter - I like this unbleached cheesecloth
  • A small funnel

Method
 

  1. Add your chopped or powered ashwagandha root into a clean glass jar. If you’re using chopped root, fill the jar ½ full of the root. If you’re using powdered root, fill your jar about ⅓ full of the powder.
  2. Cover the plant material with 80-proof alcohol. I prefer to use unflavoured vodka to keep the flavour of the final tincture neutral.
  3. Add a lid to the jar and give it a shake to make sure everything is submerged. 
  4. After shaking it, add a piece of parchment paper between the lid and the glass jar if you’re using a metal lid. Date and label the jar and set it in a cool, dark place for at least 4-6 weeks (I tend to recommend letting it sit for 6-8 weeks to allow the full extraction process to take place).
  5. Aim to shake the jar a few times a week to keep everything moving. If you notice that the alcohol levels are low, you can top it up.
  6. After 8 weeks, use a mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain off the final tincture. If you used powered ashwagnada, I recommend using a coffee filter or doubled over cheesecloth to strain it off. You can do multiple strains to fully remove the plant material.
  7. Use a funnel to add the tincture to a storage container and date and label the tincture. I like to use amber glass dropper bottles but you can use what you have. That’s it!

Notes

How much ashwagandha tincture to use?

Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner prior to starting a new herbal remedy. I take take this tincture on a regular basis and like to take 1-2 droppers full one to two times a day. You can start small and adjust based on your needs. 

How long does the tincture last?

When made with alcohol, ashwagandha tincture can last several years if stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. A vinegar-based ashwagandha extract should be used within 6 months, while glycerin-based tinctures last up to a year.

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