In this video, I’ll show you exactly how I make a Blue Vervain tincture from start to finish. I’ll walk you through how to identify and harvest Blue Vervain safely, choose the right alcohol (and why I love using brandy), and prepare the herb for the most potent and flavorful medicine possible.

I’ll also share some of my favorite tincturing techniques—like the meditative hand-ripping method—and why I believe the quality of our energy shapes the medicine we create. You’ll see how I approach sustainable harvesting, my process for getting the perfect ratio in the jar, and the simple but important step of labeling your tincture.

Along the way, I’ll talk about the medicinal benefits of Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata), a cooling, anti-spasmodic herb I often use to ease tension, calm the nervous system, and support deep rest. This is more than just a how-to—it’s a personal look at the joy of making herbal medicine with intention and connection.

In this episode, I share:

- How I properly identify and respectfully harvest Blue Vervain

- Why sustainable harvesting matters to me

- My go-to alcohol for extraction (and why I prefer brandy)

- My methods for preparing herbs for tincturing

- Tips for getting the perfect ratio in your jar

- How I label and store my tinctures for long-term use

- Why connecting deeply with the plant transforms the medicine-making process

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“Herb of the Month: Blue Vervain” including medicinal uses, dosage, and science: https://youtu.be/FO2tu5pkkAc?feature=shared 

“Blue Vervain: A Personal Medicine Story”: https://youtu.be/PiqDe9gd1qo?feature=shared 

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Chapters: How to Make the Best Blue Vervain Tincture | Herbal Medicine Tips & Benefits | Ashley Elenbaas

00:00 Begins

00:34 Harvesting Blue Vervain: A Step-by-Step Guide

03:28 The Benefits of Blue Vervain: Why Make a Tincture?

04:52 Essential Steps for Making a Tincture

09:35 Choosing the Right Alcohol for Extraction

11:46 Methods for Preparing Herbs for Tincturing

24:25 Filling the Jar: The Importance of Ratios

33:29 Finalizing the Tincture: Labeling and Storing

35:07 The Personal Touch: Making Medicine with Intention