Oak tincture

Cookinero 12 Apr 2025

Tincture is an alcoholic drink that is infused for a long time with herbs, berries, bark, and fruits. Oak tincture is one of the easiest to prepare types of tincture on bark. Moonshine is infused on oak bark, as it has the properties of filtering and softening the taste of the alcohol base. It is important to choose the right container for infusing and storing the drink, namely glass. Also, the infusion process should take place in a suitable place - dark and cool.

How to cook Oak tincture

Step 1

Oak tincture

Mix the ingredients. Place honey and bark in a glass jar and fill the contents with moonshine. Close the jar tightly and leave in a dark place for 10 days.

Step 2

Oak tincture

Strain the tincture. After 10 days, strain the liquid through a sieve. Pour the tincture into smaller containers and leave to infuse in a cool place for another 5 days.

Oak tincture - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute moonshine with high-proof vodka or bourbon for a similar infusion. Avoid lower-proof alcohols, as they may not extract flavors as effectively.
When stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark place, oak tincture can last up to a year. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve its flavor.
Yes, simply replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar to keep it vegetarian/vegan. The infusion process remains the same.
For a smoother finish, strain the liquid through a coffee filter or cheesecloth after sieving to remove finer particles.
Absolutely! Start with less honey and add more after the initial infusion if needed. Taste test before the second infusion stage.
Oak chips work well as a substitute for bark and may infuse faster. Use the same quantity by weight for best results.
Enjoy it neat as a digestif, mix it into cocktails, or drizzle over desserts for a bold, woody flavor.
Stirring the mixture gently every few days can help, but reducing infusion time may weaken flavor development.

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