In the world of herbal remedies and tincture crafting, the choice of alcohol plays a pivotal role in extracting the potent compounds from plants. Two popular options, 100 proof alcohol and 190 proof alcohol, stand out for their exceptional potency and usefulness in the creation of tinctures, RSO (Rick Simpson Oil), and herbal medicines.Alcohol proof is a measure of the ethanol content in a beverage. The term “proof” is twice the alcohol by volume (ABV) percentage. For instance, 100 proof alcohol contains 50% ABV, while 190 proof alcohol boasts a staggering 95% ABV.