Primrose Tincture Trial - advise needed!

Hi herbies,

I’ve recently been gathering some of the abundant primrose flowers in our area in the countryside in England (primula vulgaris). I understand it’s an expectorant, respiratory tonic and sedative. I’ve filled up a large jar (500ml) with wild flowers and good quality vodka, feeling excited for the outcome!

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However, when I open the jar it smells so strongly of vodka and very little else! Is this right? How can I get it to smell more floral?

With flower tinctures, how long do you generally leave the flowers in the solution, and do i water if down afterwards?

I’d be grateful for tincture tips!

Thanks!