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Mushroom tincture reconstitution calculator
Mushroom tinctures and liquid extracts vary widely in concentration depending on the extraction ratio, liquid volume, an...
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About this calculator
Mushroom tinctures and liquid extracts vary widely in concentration depending on the extraction ratio, liquid volume, and total extract content. This calculator converts extract mass and liquid volume into practical dosing units — mg/mL concentration, mL per dose, and approximate drop count. The drop approximation uses the standard dropper calibration of 20 drops per mL, which applies to most 1 mL dropper assemblies. Use this calculator when: your tincture label lists total extract content in mg but not per-dose mg; you are reconstituting a powdered extract into alcohol or glycerin; or you are comparing the potency of two different tincture products.
Frequently asked
How do I calculate the mg per dose from a tincture?
Divide the total extract content (mg) by the total liquid volume (mL) to get mg/mL concentration. Then multiply by your dose volume (mL) to get mg per dose.
How many drops is 1 mL of tincture?
Approximately 20 drops from a standard 1 mL glass dropper. This varies by liquid viscosity and dropper diameter — glycerin-based tinctures may produce larger drops than alcohol-based ones.
Is a mushroom tincture as effective as a capsule?
It depends on the extraction method. A dual-extracted tincture (hot water plus alcohol) can be highly effective. However, beta-glucans are primarily water-soluble and may precipitate in high-alcohol tinctures — verify the extraction process before comparing.
What concentration should a good mushroom tincture have?
A quality lion's mane dual extract tincture should provide 500–1,000 mg of extract per mL serving. Many commercial tinctures are more dilute — use this calculator to verify.
Can I make my own mushroom tincture?
Yes — dual extraction involves a hot water decoction and separate alcohol extraction, then combining both. This calculator can help you determine the final concentration of your homemade tincture.
Research background
Tincture concentration and bioavailability vary significantly between extraction methods and liquid bases. Hot water extraction is more effective for beta-glucans; alcohol extraction is needed for triterpenes (particularly in reishi). A true dual-extracted tincture combines both fractions. This calculator is extraction-method agnostic — it calculates concentration from label data regardless of how the extract was produced.