Herbalists use some specific terms to refer to the different ways plants can be used for medicine. Here’s a short list of those most commonly used by Linden Tree Herbals.
Bitters: An extract of bitter herbs that promote digestion. (You only need a few drops, but it’s important to taste the bitterness!)
Elixir: A medicinal extract of herbs in alcohol and honey. (You don’t need to taste it, but you’ll probably want to!)
Liniment: A medicinal extract of herbs in isopropyl alcohol, for topical application.
Salve/Balm/Ointment: Medicinal herbs infused in oil, combined with beeswax, for application to the skin.
Shrub/Oxymel: Herbs extracted in apple cider vinegar, sweetened with honey.
Tincture: A medicinal extract of herbs in alcohol (Feel free to dilute in water, juice, etc.)