If using fresh dandelion root, harvest and clean the roots and then finely chop.

If using dried herbs, fill ⅓ of the jar since dried roots will expand!

Pour 80 proof vodka (40% alcohol) over the herbs and fill to the very top of the jar.

Be sure your herb mixture is completely covered.

Check back a few hours later or the next morning and top up with more vodka

I use a wooden chopstick to poke the herbs around and allow the air bubbles to rise to the surface.

Label your jar with the names of all the herbs, date, alcohol strength, as well as parts used.

Place out of sunlight for 6 to 8 weeks, shaking the jar for a minute or two, several times daily

Strain the herb with cheesecloth to make sure you extract every precious drop!

Bottle the liquid in dark blue or amber dropper bottle and label again.^^