🧈 Herbal Butter Infusion Guide – Easy, Effective & Precise
Herb-infused butter is the foundation for next-level edibles – and with our Decarb & Infuser Units, it’s easier (and more accurate) than ever. Whether you’re baking, sautéing, or spreading on toast, this guide walks you through how to infuse butter with your favourite herbs or botanicals.
Note: This guide is intended for use with legal herbs only, such as rosemary, lavender, or — where lawfully prescribed — medicinal cannabis under medical supervision.
🔥 Step 1: Decarb First (If Needed)
Some herbs require activation through decarboxylation for their full potential to be available in the infusion.
✅ Recommended Decarb Settings:
| 🌿 Type of Herb |
🌡️ Temp |
⏱️ Time |
| Prescribed dried herb (e.g., THC-rich) |
115 °C / 240 °F |
~40 minutes |
| CBD-rich flower (prescribed) |
130–140 °C / 266–285 °F |
~60–90 minutes |
⚠️ Decarbing is essential for certain herbs. Always consult a healthcare professional for legal and medical advice regarding use.
🧈 Step 2: Choose Your Butter
| 🧈 Butter Type |
💬 Notes |
| Unsalted Butter |
Neutral flavour. Short shelf life. Water layer must be removed. |
| Salted Butter |
Longer shelf life. Salt may affect taste in some recipes. |
| Clarified / Ghee ✅ |
Pure butterfat — no water or solids. No separation needed. Cleanest and most stable. |
💡 Pro Tip: Ghee makes cleanup easier and extends the shelf life of your infusion.
⚙️ Step 3: Infuse Using Your Precision Device
Set your infusion temperature between 75–85°C (167–185°F).
| ⏱️ Time |
⚡ Effect |
| 1–2 hours |
Mild herbal flavour, light colour, effective infusion ✅ |
| 3–4 hours |
Richer flavour, deeper colour, broader spectrum 🌿 |
| 6–8 hours |
Strong herbal profile, darker colour, deeper intensity 🌱🌱 |
⏳ Most active compounds extract within the first 2–3 hours. Longer infusions change flavour more than potency.
🧪 Butter Infusion Quick Chart
| 🧈 Butter Type |
🌿 Material |
🌡️ Temp |
⏱️ Time |
💡 Notes |
| Unsalted |
Legal herb or blend |
80 °C / 176 °F |
1–4 hrs |
Strain & separate water. Keep refrigerated. |
| Salted |
Legal herb or blend |
80 °C / 176 °F |
1–4 hrs |
Salt enhances shelf life. May slightly affect taste. |
| Ghee / Clarified ✅ |
Legal herb or blend |
80 °C / 176 °F |
1–6 hrs |
Long shelf life. No separation required. Easy to dose. |
🧼 Step 4: Strain & Store
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🧺 Strain using a mesh filter or cheesecloth
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❄️ Cool the mixture and discard the water layer (if using butter with water content)
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🧴 Store in airtight, dark glass containers
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🧊 Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks or freeze for 6+ months
💡 Pro Tips
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✅ Always decarb first (if required by the herb)
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🔥 Stay within 75–85 °C to avoid burning the butter
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🍃 Ghee = longer life, no separation, clean taste
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🧂 Salted butter keeps longer, but may affect recipe flavour
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🛑 Overheating doesn’t boost strength — it breaks down your infusion
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer (Australia)
This guide is for educational use only. Some herbs, including cannabis, are controlled substances in Australia and may only be used under lawful prescription in accordance with local laws.
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We do not promote or condone the illegal use of any substance
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All information is intended for use with legal botanicals only
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The Hippie House does not sell or distribute cannabis or its derivatives
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Our infusion devices are general-purpose tools intended for use with permitted plant materials
By using this guide or our products, you accept full responsibility for ensuring compliance with your local laws.
Use is at your own risk and discretion.
