Cramp Bark Tincture for Muscle Aches, Cramps & Spasms
An herbal remedy to ease muscle aches, cramps and spasms. It is also helpful as overall muscle relaxant, especially helpful at bedtime.
Equipment
- 1 glass jar with lid
- 1 1-2 oz amber tincture bottle with dropper
- 1 amber tincture bottle for storing extra tincture (no dropper)
- 1 fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 1 part dried cramp bark
- 1 part dried valerian root
- 3/4 part dried chamomile flowers
- 80-100 proof vodka or apple cider vinegar or food grade vegetable glycerin
Instructions
- Choose an appropriate size jar for the amount of tincture you will be making. You want to fill your jar 1/2 to 3/4 of the way full of the dried herbs.
- Fill your clean glass jar 1/2 to 3/4 of the way full of the herbs.
- Pour enough vodka (or apple cider vinegar or glycerin) over the herbs to completely cover them and fill the jar. Seal your jar with a tight fitting lid.
- Let the herbs infuse out of direct sunlight for 4-6 weeks. Shake your jar often, every day if possible.
- After 4-6 weeks, strain the herbs from the liquid. Fill a small tincture bottle for daily use and a glass spray bottle (if desired for using as a muscle rub) and pour the remaining tincture in a clean glass amber jar. Label and date your tincture. Store in a cool, dark place.