Lilac Tincture Update
I have to say I’m disappointed with my lilac tincture. The alcohol is brown and it smells like, (should I say this?), rotting compost. The lilacs in my yard only last a week before they start dying so I was only able to change the flowers a few times.
Have you ever had a tincturing failure? Do you think I should throw in the towel or should I strain out the flowers and give it a try?
Yours in Gratitude,
Angela
Oh now how discouraging. Sure I’d try it out you have nothing to lose. Do you know what I do with a Vanilla tincture? I bought it by mistake and am wondering if I can soap with it or use it in any of my skincare products.
How about using the vanilla tincture as a base for a perfume Michelle? If it’s made with alcohol I don’t think using in any skin care products is a good idea.
Too bad, I was pulling for you. I love the smell of lilacs. Why is it so elusive???
I know Cindy! I love the scent of lilacs, and they are only in bloom such a short time.
Always use dried flowers for tinctures or you will get this “rot”. Pick you flowers, dry them and then make the tincture.
I’ll try that next year Rebecca, thanks for the tip.
So sad to hear this! Hopefully the lilacs will be able to work out at some point next year 🙂 I agree with Rebecca about the dried flowers!
I think you and Rebecca are tight about the dried material Alice. I’ve made tinctures from freeze dried fruit with success. I wish there was a way to keep the aroma of lilacs around all year.
Angela, I applaud you for even trying this. I don’t have an answer to your question, But if I know you, you’ll figure it out and find a way to make it successful!
Thanks Roslyne! You have such faith in me 🙂
I was sure hoping it would work. That’s my favorite scent. Thanks for your experiment. We learned something! I didn’t realize you should use dried flowers. I have had dried chapparal soaking in Olive oil for weeks. And it hasn’t rotted. Maybe I better go check it again. Haha!
I’ve never heard of chaparral Trisha. What does it smell like?