Why would someone want to remove the alcohol from a tincture before ingesting it? Great question, glad you asked! The reasons I’m aware of include these:
Alcohol Sensitivity – Some individuals are sensitive to alcohol or wish to avoid it due to personal, religious, or health reasons.
For Children or Pets – Some feel that if the tincture is being given to a child or an animal, removing the alcohol makes it safer and more appropriate.
Better Taste – Alcohol-based tinctures can have a strong, harsh taste that some people find unpleasant, so removing the alcohol can make it milder.
Here are a few common methods for removing alcohol from an herbal tincture:
1. Evaporation with Hot Water – Pour the tincture into a small amount of hot water or tea and let it sit for 5–10 minutes. The heat helps the alcohol evaporate, leaving behind the herbal extract.
2. Double Boiler Method – For a more controlled process, place the tincture in a heat-safe dish over a pot of simmering water. Let it warm up gradually, allowing the alcohol to evaporate while preserving the herbal properties.
3. Letting It Sit Overnight – If heat isn’t an option, leaving the tincture uncovered in an open container at room temperature for 12–24 hours will allow some alcohol to evaporate naturally.
Alternatively, you can try shopping online for the same herb made in a glycerin extract, or make a tea from the dry leaf/root.
