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Roxanne Jegodtka
I watched Doc Jones’s video on Pine Pollen, and read the monograph in the school. I have gathered some pine pollen bunches, and I have them in a jar. I can’t find the ratio of plant material to alcohol. Doc Jones said 60-70% alcohol, but I am not sure how much, especially because there will be some woody parts in the tincture. Any ideas?
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Chris B
Not sure if this helps or not since this is my first attempt, but I sifted my pollen to remove the needles and woody parts. I managed to collect 8 grams in “powder” form after sifting it. My current understanding is to use a 1:5 ratio of pollen to alcohol, so added 40 grams of 75.5% stuff (hopefully that’s not too strong). I’ll post how it turns out in a few weeks (fingers crossed!) :-). Good luck with yours!
I’m excited to hear if anyone else gives it a try and how they did it!
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Dr. Patrick Jones
Yup. Chris is right. 1:5 ratio by weight. So, 10 grams of herb to 50 grams of booze.
Making Herbal Medicine: Summary & PDF For Lessons In This Section
Making Herbal Medicines Lesson 4: Tinctures, Glycerites & Vinegars
Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.
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