🌿 Tiny Drops, Big Power: The Benefits of herbal tinctures

Medicinal Mushrooms to Healing Herbs

Tucked away in tiny glass bottles, tinctures might not look like much—but don’t be fooled. These ancient herbal extracts are mighty allies in supporting the body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re new to herbal medicine or already crafting your own apothecary shelf, tinctures are one of the most powerful, versatile, and accessible ways to welcome nature into your daily life.

At New Forest Botanicals, we make our tinctures with wild-foraged plants and mushrooms, following traditional methods that honour the plant’s full spectrum of benefits. And the best part? They actually work.

Let’s explore why tinctures matter, how they support your health, and the incredible benefits of the tinctures we offer.

🌿 What Exactly Is a Tincture?

A tincture is a liquid extract of a herb, mushroom, or plant, made by soaking the botanical in a natural solvent—usually alcohol or glycerin—to draw out the plant’s medicinal compounds.

Because these active constituents are extracted in concentrated form, just a few drops can deliver powerful results.

👉 Most tinctures are taken under the tongue (sublingually) for quick absorption into the bloodstream. You can also dilute them in a little water or tea.

✨ Why Use Tinctures?

1. Rapid AbsorptionUnder-the-tongue delivery means faster results compared to capsules or teas.

2. Full-Spectrum BenefitsTinctures preserve a wide range of active compounds—not just isolated parts—so your body receives the whole intelligence of the plant or fungi.

3. Long Shelf LifeUnlike fresh herbs or teas, tinctures remain potent for years, making them ideal for your home apothecary.

4. Small but MightyThey’re portable, easy to use, and highly concentrated—just a few drops can offer real support.

🔬 What Does the Science Say?

Numerous studies have shown that herbal tinctures can be highly effective:

• A 2020 review in Frontiers in Pharmacology found that tinctures often have greater bioavailability than dried herbs or capsules due to their alcohol-based extraction process.

• Mullein leaf extract has shown antimicrobial activity against respiratory pathogens (Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2016).

• Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor) contains polysaccharopeptides (PSP) that stimulate immune cells and have been studied in cancer support protocols in both China and Japan.

• Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) has over 400 active compounds, including triterpenoids and polysaccharides, which have been linked to immune regulation, anti-inflammatory effects, and even improved sleep and mood.

In short, tinctures aren’t just traditional—they’re powerfully backed by modern science.

🌿 Our Signature Tinctures & Their Benefits

Here’s a look at the handcrafted tinctures we offer, made in small batches using wild or organically grown botanicals, foraged in the heart of the New Forest.

🌬️ Mullein Leaf Tincture

Supports: Respiratory health, lung cleansing, coughs, asthmaMullein is a gentle yet powerful lung tonic, often used to help clear mucus, ease breathing, and support long-term lung health. Perfect for seasonal transitions or smoky environments.

💧 Traditionally used in folk medicine and now backed by studies showing antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

🌿 Dandelion, Burdock & Liquorice Tincture

Supports: Liver function, digestion, skin health, hormone balanceThis earthy blend is your ultimate spring and liver detox. Dandelion and burdock root help purify the blood and stimulate bile flow, while liquorice root acts as a harmoniser, soothing the gut and adrenals.

🧪 Burdock has shown antioxidant and prebiotic effects. Dandelion has been linked to improved liver enzyme function.

💓 Motherwort, Lemon Balm & Blue Lotus Tincture

Supports: Stress relief, heart health, mood, sleep, emotional balanceA deeply calming blend. Motherwort is known as the “mother’s herb” for good reason—offering nervous system support and helping ease anxious tension. Lemon balm uplifts and soothes, while blue lotus connects with the emotional and spiritual heart.

🌙 Blue Lotus has been used since ancient Egypt as a mild euphoric and meditative herb.

🍄 Birch Polypore Dual Extract

Supports: Immunity, gut health, inflammation, post-viral recoveryThis ancient forest fungi has been revered for its immune-modulating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s one of the mushrooms Ötzi the Iceman carried over 5,000 years ago!

🧬 Modern studies show birch polypore contains betulinic acid and triterpenes—powerful anti-inflammatory and antiviral compounds.

🧠 Turkey Tail Dual Extract

Supports: Immune resilience, gut microbiome, energyTurkey Tail is one of the most researched medicinal mushrooms in the world, prized for its ability to strengthen the immune system and support microbiome diversity.

🍃 Contains PSP and PSK—immune-boosting compounds used alongside cancer therapies in several countries.

🌲 English Reishi Dual Extract

Supports: Immune modulation, stress relief, sleep, inflammationOur wild English Reishi is sustainably foraged and dual-extracted for maximum potency. Reishi is known as the “Mushroom of Immortality” for its ability to bring balance to the entire body.

🌙 Known adaptogen: helps the body respond to stress while also supporting heart health, immune function, and deep rest.

🌿 How to Use Our Tinctures

• Start small: 10–20 drops 1–3 times daily under the tongue or in a little water.

• Mix & match: You can safely combine tinctures to suit your needs.

• Be consistent: Herbs work best with regular, ongoing use—though many people feel a difference quickly.

If you’re not sure where to start, feel free to reach out—we’re always happy to guide you to the right tincture.

🍃 Final Thoughts: Plant Power, Bottled by Nature

Tinctures connect us to an ancient way of healing—one that honours the rhythms of the Earth and supports the body as a whole. Each bottle is a drop of nature’s intelligence, ready to guide your body back to balance.

Whether you're looking to support your lungs, calm your nerves, restore your immunity, or simply reconnect with nature, there’s a tincture for that.

✨ Ready to Explore?

🛒 Discover our full tincture range on newforestbotanicals.co.uk📬 Questions? Reach out anytime—we’re here to help you reconnect with the wild, one drop at a time. newforestbotanicals@gmx.co.uk