How to Make a Ginger Tincture

A popular remedy among homeopaths and herbalists, tinctures are alcohol-based substances made with fresh herbal extracts. Ginger root tincture is said to help treat a variety of conditions and symptoms such as nausea, sore throat, high cholesterol, cramping, arthritis pain and the common cold. Pregnant women and those with biliary disease are advised against using ginger tincture. Otherwise, ginger root tincture is considered safe with possible side effects including gas, heartburn and bloating.

Things You'll Need

• Knife
• Fresh or dried ginger root
• Large mouth glass jar with lid
• 1 cup vodka
• Label
• Cheesecloth or fine sieve
• Glass bottle with stopper

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Instructions

• 1

  Chop the ginger root using a sharp knife. You'll need about about 1/2 cup of fresh chopped ginger root or about 1/4 cup if you're using dried ginger root.

• 2

  Put the chopped ginger root in a large mouth glass jar. Make sure to use a sterilized jar to avoid any contamination of ingredients.

• 3

  Pour 1 cup of vodka into the glass jar. If you're using dried ginger, you'll need to use 2/3 cup of vodka and 1/3 cup of water. Seal the glass jar with the lid and shake vigorously for about one minute.

• 4

  Label the glass jar with the date. Shake the jar for about one minute each day for two weeks.

• 5

  Strain the ginger tincture into a glass bottle using a piece of cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Use a stopper to seal the bottle, then label it with the date and the name of your tincture. The tincture will keep in a cool, dry place for up to two years.