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Posted 3/28/2024 2:09 PM (GMT 0)
I have been using Green Dragon LB Core liquid for some time but the expense is quite high. I recently came across Apex Botanicals which is more reasonable and sells larger quantities, and has a good first time buyer discount, but I am having a hard time finding any reviews of quality or personal experience with the products.

I've also been searching for a post from a while back that calculated dosage of the Green Dragon liquid formula as compared to the pill form. I think it might have been Garzie who did the calculation? I can't find any strength info on the packaging or the website for the liquid. The Apex Botanicals liquid formulas say 1:4. Is that standard for most tinctures?

Thanks!
Posted 3/28/2024 5:57 PM (GMT 0)
the traditional ratio most herbal tinctures is made to is around 5 parts liquid to 1 part herb - by weight
1:4 is also fairly common - some herbs absorb a lot of liquid making less than 1:5 impractical

reputable sellers should state this - especially for single herb tinctures
perhaps the fact that it is a blend made this a bit less straightforward

most of the green dragon single herb tinctures are 1:5 ratio - so for your purposes i would think it safe to assume the blend is also around 1:5
Posted 3/29/2024 3:11 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Garzie! I remain undecided on whether to try Apex Botanicals. The cost savings is meaningless if not the same quality. I guess it is safest to stick with the Buhner approved vendor for now. I'll let you all know if I learn anything more on this place.
Posted 3/29/2024 5:03 PM (GMT 0)
where about in the world are you Everbark? -

i am in the uk and use a vendor in Poland
for most of my Buhner herbs - the quality and service is very good and the price reasonable https://www.lymeherbs.eu
Posted 3/29/2024 5:52 PM (GMT 0)
I am in Northern California. After all that I did decide to try an order from Apex. I just couldn't pass up the great deal for a first time customer of 35% and they did put together a convincing website. I'm not sure why I am holding some skepticism. I hope that is unfounded. And dang! I wish I had checked back here first. The site you recommend is way cheaper than anything I have come across on this continent. I haven't checked shipping but it seems like even with that it should come out much more economical. Sigh. Next time.
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