Four Thieves Vinegar is a legendary herbal infusion, traditionally made by steeping garlic, rosemary, thyme, sage, and other protective ingredients in vinegar. Its origins trace back to folklore, where it was said to have been used by grave robbers during the plague to avoid sickness.
In witchcraft, this potent blend is valued for its protective and banishing properties. It can be sprinkled around a home to ward off negativity, used in cleansing rituals to remove unwanted energies, or added to spellwork for reversal and defense magic. Some practitioners also use it in baneful workings to send harm back to its source. Whether for shielding, purification, or energetic warfare, Four Thieves Vinegar remains a staple in folk magic and witchcraft traditions.