Boneset & Elderberry Seasonal Support Tincture Recipe

Name: Boneset & Elderberry Seasonal Support Tincture Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 50
Ingredients: ½ cup dried boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum); ½ cup dried elderberries (Sambucus nigra); ⅓ cup dried echinacea root (Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea angustifolia); 2 tbsp dried ginger root (Zingiber officinale), chopped; 2 tbsp cinnamon chips (Cinnamomum spp.); 1 ½ cups high-proof alcohol (vodka or brandy, at least 80 proof); 1 ½ cups food-grade vegetable glycerin

February 28, 2025 Written by Rebecca Younger, CH, CD, Certified Herbalist & Certified Doula

This potent boneset and elderberry seasonal support tincture combines two powerful immune-supporting herbs to create a concentrated preparation that's perfect for seasonal wellness. Known for their ability to strengthen the body's natural defenses, these herbs create an effective tincture that provides convenient immune support throughout the changing seasons.

Boneset and elderberry have been treasured in traditional folk medicine for their remarkable ability to support immune function and promote seasonal wellness. These complementary herbs work synergistically to strengthen the body's natural defense mechanisms while providing antioxidant protection and supporting overall vitality. The tincture preparation method concentrates these beneficial properties into a convenient, long-lasting form that's easy to take and store.

This dark, potent tincture embodies the wisdom of traditional American folk medicine, offering concentrated immune support in a form that connects us to generations of herbal knowledge while providing modern convenience and effectiveness.

Boneset & Elderberry Seasonal Support Tincture Recipe

Rebecca Younger, CH, CD

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Rebecca Younger, CH, CD

Servings

50 dropperfuls

Prep Time

15 minutes

This potent, time-honored blend of boneset, elderberries, echinacea, ginger, and cinnamon is designed for short-term use when extra support is needed. Made using the folk method with a balance of alcohol and glycerin, this tincture is best used at the first sign of seasonal challenges and taken consistently for up to a week.

Ingredients

½ cup dried boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum)
½ cup dried elderberries (Sambucus nigra)
⅓ cup dried echinacea root (Echinacea purpurea or Echinacea angustifolia)
2 tbsp dried ginger root (Zingiber officinale), chopped
2 tbsp cinnamon chips (Cinnamomum spp.)
1 ½ cups high-proof alcohol (vodka or brandy, at least 80 proof)
1 ½ cups food-grade vegetable glycerin

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Directions

Add the dried herbs and berries to a clean pint-sized glass jar.
Pour the alcohol and glycerin over the herbs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Stir well.
Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake thoroughly.
Store in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks, shaking daily to help extract the herbal goodness.
After the infusion period, strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, squeezing out as much liquid as possible.
Transfer the tincture into amber glass dropper bottles for storage.

HOW TO USE

Take 1-2 dropperfuls up to 3 times daily when needed. Best used at the onset of seasonal discomfort and taken consistently for no more than one week at a time. Can be taken directly or diluted in water, tea, or juice.
This short-term-use tincture harnesses the power of traditional herbs, making it a strong ally when you need it most.