Garlic Tincture
A strong alcohol extract of fresh garlic, traditionally taken in small, increasing doses. Macerate finely chopped garlic in high-proof alcohol for 10 days, then strain and bottle. Potent aroma; dilute drops in water before taking.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Herbal remedy, Tincture
Cuisine Traditional home remedy
Cutting board and knife (or mortar & pestle)
Clean screw-top jar (≈ 500 ml)
Fine sieve or muslin cloth
Funnel
Dark glass dropper bottles (30–50 ml)
Labels and pen
- 350 g peeled garlic very finely chopped or crushed
- 200 ml 96% alcohol pharmaceutical grade, potable
Prep: Finely chop or crush the garlic to expose as much surface as possible.
Combine: Place the garlic in a clean jar and pour over the 96% alcohol until fully covered. Clean the rim and seal tightly.
Macerate: Store in a cool, dark place for 10 days, shaking the jar once daily. Ensure the garlic stays submerged.
Strain: Pour through muslin or a fine sieve, pressing the solids well to collect the extract.
Bottle: Funnel the clear tincture into dark dropper bottles. Label with contents, alcohol strength, and date.
Optional: For a milder tincture, dilute the strained extract with cooled, boiled water to ~45–50% alcohol before bottling.
Use: Take diluted in a little water. Start with 1 drop per dose and increase by 1 drop daily up to 15 drops, then taper back down in the same steps. Common frequency: 2–3 times daily.
- Potency: This is a high-strength extract; always take in water, not neat. If taste or stomach feel is intense, reduce the number of drops or dilute more.
- Storage & shelf life: Keep tightly closed, cool, and dark. Best within 2 years.
- Medical advice: Not a substitute for medical care.
- Consult a healthcare professional before use—especially if you have GI issues, reflux, gallbladder disease, bleeding disorders, or take anticoagulants/antiplatelets or other regular medications.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for children, without professional guidance.
- Stop & check: Discontinue and seek advice if you experience persistent stomach pain, dizziness, rash, or other adverse effects.