What You’ll Learn:

1. Dual Extraction (Ethanol + Water)
Make a full-spectrum tincture that captures both alcohol- and water-soluble compounds. You’ll learn how to:

• Extract compounds with vodka or grain alcohol (40% ABV minimum) over several weeks

• Simmer the same mushrooms in water to pull out water-soluble nutrients

• Combine both extracts safely, keeping at least 25% alcohol for shelf stability
  
  

2. Glycerine Infusion (Powdered Mushroom + Aromatics)
Create a smooth, sweet, aromatic tincture for culinary or everyday use. You’ll learn how to:

• Infuse powdered mushrooms with glycerine and optional herbs

• Keep water content below 10% for preservation

• Store your tincture safely while preserving flavour and potency
  
  

Hands-on, practical, and focused on doing it right — you make it yourself, we show you the way.

What You’ll Need:

• Dried mushrooms powder of your choosing 

• Vodka or grain alcohol, 40% ABV minimum

• Water

• Clean jars and a strainer

• Dark storage bottles
  
  

Step-by-Step:

Step 1 – Alcohol Extraction:

1. Place your dried mushrooms in a clean jar.

2. Cover fully with vodka or grain alcohol (40% ABV minimum).

3. Let it sit for 12 weeks, shaking occasionally to mix.

(for many medicinal mushrooms, the alcohol extraction step is ideally around 3 months (12 weeks) to fully extract alcohol-soluble compounds, especially for dense or woody species like Reishi or Chaga. Shorter times (4–6 weeks) can work for softer species like Lion’s Mane, but 3 months is considered more complete and standard in traditional tincture-making guides.) 

4. Strain the liquid and keep the alcohol extract aside.
   
   

Step 2 – Water Extraction:

1. Take the same mushroom solids and place in a saucepan.

2. Add enough water to cover the mushrooms.

3. Simmer gently for about 3 hours. Avoid boiling to preserve delicate compounds.

4. Strain and collect the water extract.
   
   

Step 3 – Combine & Store:

1. Combine the alcohol and water extracts.

2. Ensure that the final mixture contains at least 25% alcohol for shelf stability.

3. Store in dark glass bottles, away from direct sunlight, at cool room temperature.
   
   

Tips:

• Keep bottles sealed tightly to prevent deterioration.

• Label with the date — tinctures are best used within 12–18 months.

• Optionally, add a small amount of alcohol if you fall below 25% ABV after combining for prolonged shelf live .

Result:

 A potent, full-spectrum tincture capturing both alcohol- and water-soluble compounds — perfect for culinary use, cocktails, or daily rituals.

DIY Mushroom Tincture: Glycerine Infusion

Create a smooth, aromatic glycerine tincture for culinary or everyday use, using dried mushroom powder and optional herbs. Keep water content low (≤10%) to ensure preservation.

What You’ll Need:

• Dried mushrooms, finely powdered

• Vegetable glycerine

• Optional herbs or botanicals for flavour

• Distilled water (≤10% of total mixture)

• Clean jar and strainer

• Dark storage bottle
  
  

Step-by-Step:

1. Prepare Mushrooms:
   
   

   • Mix powdered mushrooms with a small amount of distilled water (≤10% of total weight). This helps glycerine extract water-soluble compounds while keeping the tincture shelf-stable.
     
     

2. Combine with Glycerine:

   • Add vegetable glycerine to the mushroom-water mixture and stir thoroughly.

   • Add optional herbs or botanicals for flavour.
     
     

3. Infusion:

   • Seal the jar and store at room temperature, out of direct sunlight.

   • Let infuse for 3–6 weeks, shaking the jar occasionally to mix contents.
     
     

4. Strain:

   • After infusion, strain through a fine mesh or cheesecloth to remove solids.

   • Transfer the liquid to a dark glass bottle for storage.
     
     

5. Storage Tips:

   • Keep in a cool, dark place.

   • Shelf life is typically 6–12 months if water content is ≤10%.

   • Make sure the jar is tightly sealed to prevent evaporation or contamination.
     
     

Result:
A smooth, sweet, and aromatic tincture that showcases mushroom flavour and optional herbs — perfect for cooking, cocktails, or concentrated culinary use.