Homemade Lavender Extract
Equipment
- 8 oz glass jar
- strainer or cheesecloth
- label
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup dried lavender buds
- 1 cup vodka
Instructions
- Gather supplies.
- Place 1/4 cup of dried lavender buds in an 8oz glass jar with tight fitting lid.
- Pour 1 cup of vodka over buds and secure lid.
- Give mixture a good shake and store in a dark, cool place for at least 6 weeks.
- Give the jar a good shake every couple of days o mix the buds with the vodka, which helps to extract the flavors and oils from the lavender.
- After 6 weeks place your strainer over a clean bowl or measuring cup and pour the mixture through it to remove the lavender buds. If using a coffee filter or cheesecloth, you might need to strain a couple of times to ensure all plant material is removed.
- Using a funnel, carefully pour the strained lavender extract into the storage bottle.
- Seal the bottle tightly. Label it with the contents and the date to keep track of freshness.
- Your homemade lavender extract is ready to use!
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