You do not need a room full of specialty equipment to begin working with herbs. A few reliable tools can help you prepare teas, infused oils, tinctures, salves, and other herbal remedies at home.
This page includes a small selection of tools I recommend for anyone beginning to build a home herbal apothecary.
Start With the Basics
Brewing and Straining
Tea infusers, strainers, French presses, and muslin bags.
Measuring and Mixing
Measuring spoons, cups, funnels, and a small digital scale.
Jars and Storage
Glass jars, bottles, labels, and airtight herb storage.
Oils and Salves
Heat-safe bowls, spatulas, pouring tools, tins, and jars.
Recommended Apothecary Tools
Most beginners can start with a few glass jars, a fine-mesh strainer, measuring tools, labels, and one dependable method for brewing herbal tea. Add specialty equipment gradually as you learn which preparations you enjoy making most.
Digital Kitchen Scale
Helpful for accurately measuring herbs and ingredients in small batches.
French Press
An easy way to brew and strain loose herbal teas and infusions.
Fine-Mesh Strainer
Useful for straining teas, infused oils, and other herbal preparations.
Cheesecloth
Useful when you need finer straining than a standard kitchen strainer provides.
Funnel Set
Makes transferring liquids, dried herbs, and powders much less messy.
Glass Storage Jars
Keep dried herbs organized, visible, and protected from moisture.
1 oz Amber Bottles
A useful size for extracts, oils, and small batches.
2 oz Amber Bottles
A versatile size for frequently used extracts and herbal preparations.
Learn More
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