Recipe
Rosemary oil
- Herb:
- Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis
- Method:
- Herbal oil
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 35 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Coarsely chop dried or fresh leaf and fill the jar about halfway.
- Cover with olive or sunflower oil, close, and macerate 3–4 weeks in a warm shady place, shaking occasionally.
- Strain through cloth; use in marinades, roasting, or externally after a patch test on the forearm.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Maceration takes weeks; if you have high blood pressure or take cardiovascular medicines, check suitability.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Rosemary — Herb card
Herbal oil — Processing method detail