OSRS Herblore Guide
Complete 1-99 Training Guide | Updated 2026
Herblore is a buyable skill that's very fast to train! Get 99 in ~30 hours with Saradomin Brews (450k XP/hr) or train for profit with the new Mastering Mixology minigame (80k XP/hr + 2.6M GP/hr). This guide includes budget paths, essential items, and training strategies. Note: Must complete Druidic Ritual quest to start training!
📑 Table of Contents
🎒 Essential Herblore Items
Amulet of Chemistry
5% chance to get 4-dose potion instead of 3-dose. Has 5 charges (5 extra doses).
Where to Get: Buy from Grand Exchange
⚠️ Note: Check if amulet cost < 5x potion value before using!
Mastering Mixology Rewards (NEW!)
Best-in-slot items from the Varlamore Herblore minigame. Worth unlocking!
Alchemist's Amulet
Stores 100 Amulets of Chemistry, increases charges to 10 per amulet, boosts 4-dose chance to 15%!
Result: Way better than regular Amulet of Chemistry
Prescription Goggles
10% chance to NOT use secondary ingredient when making potions!
Result: Saves money on every potion you make
Reagent Pouch
Holds up to 26 secondaries. Make 26 potions per inventory instead of 14!
Result: Doubles AFK time from 15s to 30s per inventory
📚 Herblore Training Methods
1. Making Potions (Main Method)
Combine unfinished potions with secondary ingredients. 14 potions per inventory.
Mains: Buy unfinished potions from GE
Ironman: First make unfinished potions (herb + vial of water), do herb runs!
2. Cleaning Grimy Herbs
Clean grimy herbs manually. Can be profitable! Up to 150k XP/hr.
Best For: Early levels or when clean herbs cost more than grimy
3. Degrime Spell
Clean entire inventory at once. 120k XP/hr, sometimes 1M GP/hr profit!
Requirements: 70 Magic, Arceuus Spellbook, A Kingdom Divided quest
4. Mastering Mixology (NEW!)
Varlamore Herblore minigame. 80k XP/hr + 2.6M GP/hr!
Requirements: 60 Herblore, Children of the Sun quest
Best For: Making money while training
💰 Budget Training Path (Save Money!)
Levels 3-38: Cleaning Herbs
Very fast at early levels (88k XP/hr). Often profitable!
| Levels | Herb | XP/hr | Quantity | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Guam | 25k | 86 | +4k | 1 min |
| 5-11 | Marrentil | 38k | 256 | +17k | 4 min |
| 11-20 | Tarromin | 50k | 623 | +41k | 15 min |
| 20-30 | Harralander | 60k | 1,412 | +64k | 30 min |
| 30-38 | Toadflax | 80k | 2,131 | Check GE | 40 min |
Levels 38-60: Prayer Potions
Cheap way to train! Combine Ranarr potion (unf) with Snape grass.
Alternative: Continue cleaning herbs to 60 if you want zero losses
Levels 60-99: Mastering Mixology 🏆
The new Varlamore Herblore minigame! Slow XP but HUGE profit.
Unlock Reagent Pouch, Prescription Goggles, and Alchemist's Amulet here!
Requirements: 60 Herblore + Children of the Sun quest (access to Varlamore)
Location: Island of Aldarin (Varlamore)
Strategy: After unlocking items, spend reward resin on "Aldarium" or "Chugging Barrel" for 2M+ GP/hr
Alternative: Skip Mastering Mixology
If you prefer faster XP over profit, make these potions instead:
| Levels | Potion | XP/hr | Quantity | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60-77 | Prayer Potions | 210k | 13,736 | -5M | 5 hrs |
| 77-90 | Stamina Potions | 280k | 37,949 | -27M | 14 hrs |
| 90-99 | Super Combat | 320k | 51,254 | -500k | 24 hrs |
⚡ Fastest Way to 99 Herblore
Speed over cost! Get 99 in ~30 hours for 142M GP at current prices.
Optimal Fast Path
| Levels | Potion | XP/hr | Quantity | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-38 | Attack Potions | 60k | 1,210 | -870k | 30 min |
| 38-55 | Prayer Potions | 210k | 1,557 | -586k | 20 min |
| 55-66 | Super Strength | 312k | 2,637 | -1.4M | 1 hr |
| 66-81 | Super Defence | 375k | 11,311 | -10M | 4 hrs |
| 81-99 | Saradomin Brews | 450k | 60,232 | -130M | 24 hrs |
Key Points
- •Saradomin Brews are the fastest (450k XP/hr) but very expensive
- •Use Reagent Pouch from Mastering Mixology to make 26 potions per inventory
- •Wear Prescription Goggles to save 10% on secondary ingredients
- •Use Alchemist's Amulet for 15% chance of 4-dose potions
🎮 Mastering Mixology (Varlamore Minigame)
Why Play This Minigame?
Best Herblore Moneymaker
Up to 2.6M GP/hr while getting 80k Herblore XP/hr!
Essential Unlocks
Reagent Pouch, Prescription Goggles, Alchemist's Amulet - all BiS!
Requirements
- • 60 Herblore minimum (higher level = better rewards)
- • Children of the Sun quest (access to Varlamore)
- • Located on island of Aldarin
How It Works
Basic Gameplay: Mix potions according to recipes using Mox ingredients
Rewards: Vale Offerings (for loot) and Research Points (for shop unlocks)
Strategy: Higher-tier potions = more offerings = better GP/hr
- Reagent Pouch (doubles AFK time when making potions)
- Prescription Goggles (10% ingredient savings)
- Alchemist's Amulet (15% chance of 4-dose potions)
- Spend leftover resin on Aldarium or Chugging Barrel for 2M+ GP/hr
📊 Herblore Calculator
Plan your Herblore training with our calculator:
Calculate:
- ✓ Potions needed for level goals
- ✓ Expected XP rates by potion
- ✓ Time to reach 99
- ✓ Cost/profit estimates (updated prices)
- ✓ Best potions for your budget
Features:
- ✓ All potion types
- ✓ Real-time GE prices
- ✓ Equipment bonuses
- ✓ Speed vs cost comparisons
- ✓ Custom level ranges
💡 Herblore Tips & Tricks
Always Check Prices First!
Prices in this guide may be outdated. Use our Herblore Calculator for real-time GE prices or check the OSRS Wiki.
Efficient Banking Setup
1. Set bank quantity (X) to 14 or 26 (if using Reagent Pouch)
2. Click unfinished potions, then secondaries - inventory splits 50/50
3. Use separate bank tab with bank fillers for clean organization
Ironman: Start Herb Runs ASAP!
Regular herb runs are essential for ironmen. Plant highest-level herbs you can, use ultracompost, and harvest regularly. This is your main herb source!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What's the fastest way to 99 Herblore?
Saradomin Brews (81-99) at 450k XP/hr. Total ~30 hours for 99, costs ~142M GP. Use Super Defence before that.
How can I train Herblore for profit?
Mastering Mixology minigame! 80k XP/hr + 2.6M GP/hr. After unlocking items, spend reward resin on Aldarium or Chugging Barrel.
What's the cheapest way to train Herblore?
Clean herbs 3-38 (often profitable), Prayer Potions 38-60 (~900k loss), then either Mastering Mixology (profit) or cheaper potions like Super Combat.
Should I unlock Mastering Mixology items?
YES! Reagent Pouch doubles AFK time, Prescription Goggles saves 10% on ingredients, Alchemist's Amulet gives better 4-dose chances. All worth it!
Do I need to complete a quest to train Herblore?
Yes! Druidic Ritual quest is required to start training Herblore. It's very short (~10 minutes) and gives 250 XP (brings you to level 3).
Is cleaning herbs worth it?
At early levels (3-38), yes! Up to 150k XP/hr with Torstol at 75+. Often profitable when cleaned herbs cost more than grimy ones. Check prices first!
How much does 99 Herblore cost?
Fastest path (Saradomin Brews): ~142M GP. Budget path with Mastering Mixology: Can profit while training! Mid-range: ~30-50M GP using cheaper potions.