You can also use vinegar for your macerations. In terms of extraction efficiency, it will be less powerful than alcohol because vinegar doesn't contain much alcohol. However, organic apple cider vinegar (which should be used as a priority) has very interesting medicinal properties and can be used with children. For example, apple cider vinegar is rich in minerals, enzymes, and bacteria that are good for the digestive system.

Production protocol

• Weigh the plants.
• Measure the amount of solvent needed according to the ratio (see calculation here).
• Put the plants in a glass jar.
• Add the apple cider vinegar.
• Shake well and close tightly.
• Label with the name of the plant, its Latin name, the part used, the solvent used, the place of collection or purchase, the ratio, and the date of manufacture.
• Store away from sunlight and moisture.
• Wait 24 hours: if necessary, top up with vinegar to keep the plants well submerged.
• Mix daily for 2 to 6 weeks.
• At the end of the maceration, squeeze and filter the product with a cotton cloth and a glass funnel.
• Store the finished product in an amber glass jar labeled with the same information as above.

Suggestions

• For roots and bark: Heat the vinegar to coagulate the albumin in the roots and bark. Simply bring the vinegar to a boil and remove from the heat when it begins to boil. Allow to cool and filter again through muslin.