How it works
This potion name generator writes the name on the label: a real word for a prepared drink, such as Elixir, Tisane or Decoction, and a made-up effect, such as Borrowed Whistles or Mended Teacups.
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Name the bottle
Press New potion name. Tap either part to lock it, then press again. Lock Elixir and every press fills another bottle on the same shelf: Elixir of Gentle Thunder, Elixir of Sudden Hiccups, Elixir of Seven-League Steps.
The first word is a real one
A decoction is an extraction of something, obtained by boiling it down. A tisane is any drink of herbs steeped in hot water. A distillate is the liquid condensed from vapor during distillation. The list under the tool explains every word; the effects are made up.
Questions and answers
What is a good name for a potion?
On a label, a word for the drink and what it does: Tisane of Borrowed Whistles, Elixir of Gentle Thunder, Decoction of Mended Teacups. This page deals both halves at random; tap one to lock it.
What is the difference between a potion and an elixir?
A potion is a small portion of a liquid that is medicinal, poisonous or magical. An elixir, in alchemy, was a liquid said to convert lead to gold. Both are dictionary words; the list gives the meaning of each.
What are other words for a potion?
Elixir, decoction, infusion, tisane, concoction, distillate, essence, brew, draught and quintessence are all in the list, each with its dictionary meaning in one line.
Does it say what the potion does?
Only by its name. The random potion generator describes a potion in six parts, from its look and taste to how long it lasts, and never names it. The two pages are a pair.