Ever sat at your bank wondering which potions actually make money? I remember grinding Herblore back in the day, mixing random potions hoping to break even. Lost millions before I got smart about it.
This potion mixing profit calculator is what every Herblore trainer needs. Seriously, wish I had this tool years ago when I was burning through my cash stack making Prayer potions that barely sold for profit.
Why Most Players Lose Money on Herblore
Let’s be honest here. Herblore has this reputation for being expensive, and most players just accept that. They follow outdated guides, make whatever potions are “meta” without checking current prices, then wonder why their bank keeps shrinking.
I was that player once. Made thousands of Combat potions because some guide said they were good XP. Didn’t bother checking if they were actually profitable. Spoiler: they weren’t.
The Real Problem
Potion prices change constantly. What made 500gp profit per potion last month might be losing you money today. The Grand Exchange is unpredictable, and Herblore ingredients fluctuate like crazy.
Most calculators out there are either outdated or too complicated. This one cuts through the noise.
How This Tool Actually Works
Simple setup, massive results. You input your Herblore level, pick a potion category, and boom. You see exactly which potions are making money right now.
The Categories That Matter:
Combat Potions – Your basic strength pots, attack potions, defense boosts. Usually steady demand.
Skill Potions – Fishing boosts, mining potions, woodcutting brews. These can be goldmines when done right.
Restoration Potions – Prayer pots, energy restores, health brews. Always in demand but margins vary.
Overload Ingredients – Higher level stuff that serious PvMers need. Premium prices but requires investment.
Combination Potions – The fancy mixed potions that can either make you rich or broke.
My Herblore Money Making Journey
The Early Disasters
Started Herblore at level 3 like everyone else. Made attack potions because they seemed simple. Lost about 2M in my first week because I never checked if barbarian herblore was cheaper.
Then I discovered antipoisons. Thought I was clever making them in bulk. Turns out everyone else had the same idea and the market was oversaturated.
Finding the Sweet Spots
This is where experience pays off. Certain potions have weird demand spikes. Fishing potions during Tempoross events. Combat potions when new bosses release. You learn to spot these patterns.
But patterns change. That’s why this calculator is so valuable – it shows you what’s profitable TODAY, not last month.
Real Examples from My Testing
Prayer Potion Reality Check
Everyone makes Prayer potions, right? Classic Herblore training. I spent weeks making them at a small loss, thinking it was just the cost of training.
Used this calculator and discovered Super restores were making 300gp more per potion with the same ingredients basically. Same XP, way better profit. Why didn’t anyone tell me this?
The Saradomin Brew Discovery
Never bothered with these because they seemed complicated. Calculator showed they were printing money at my level. Tried making a few hundred and made more profit in one day than my previous week of “safe” potions.
Skill Potion Surprises
Magic potions, fishing boosts, agility potions. These often get ignored but sometimes they’re the most profitable options available. The calculator picks up on these opportunities that most players miss.
Understanding the Profit Margins
Here’s what I learned about Herblore profits after years of trial and error:
Small Margins Add Up
Making 50gp profit per potion sounds pathetic. But make 10,000 potions and that’s 500k profit while getting XP. Not bad for something most players do at a loss.
Volume vs Premium
Some potions make tiny profits but sell instantly. Others make huge profits but take forever to sell. The calculator helps you find your sweet spot based on your playstyle.
Timing is Everything
Weekend prices differ from weekday prices. Update day economics. Seasonal events. The calculator adapts to current market conditions automatically.
Common Mistakes I See Players Make
Following Outdated Guides
That Herblore guide from 2019? Probably useless now. Prices change, new potions get added, demand shifts. Always check current profitability.
Ignoring Your Level Limitations
Dreaming about making Overloads when you’re level 52 Herblore isn’t helpful. Focus on what you can actually make profitably at your current level.
Buying Ingredients at Peak Times
Saturday afternoon Grand Exchange prices are usually terrible. Midweek mornings often have better deals on herbs and secondaries.
How I Use This Calculator
My Weekly Routine:
- Check my current Herblore level
- Run through each potion category
- Note the top 3 most profitable options
- Check ingredient availability and my cash stack
- Pick one and commit to it
The Commitment Part
This is crucial. Don’t hop between potions every day chasing slightly better margins. Pick one profitable potion and stick with it for at least a few days. Market stability matters.
Category Breakdown from Experience
Combat Potions Steady demand but lots of competition. Good for consistent small profits. Attack potions, strength potions, defense potions – they always sell but margins are thin.
Skill Potions Hidden gems live here. Fishing potions during fishing updates. Woodcutting potions when new trees release. Mining potions for new mining content. Watch the updates and capitalize.
Restoration Potions Prayer potions and energy restores are reliable but competitive. Super restores often overlooked but sometimes more profitable. Stamina potions can be goldmines during PvP seasons.
Overload Ingredients High level, high profit, high risk. Need serious cash upfront but returns can be massive. Only attempt if you’ve got the level and the bank to handle it.
Combination Potions The wild west of Herblore. Barbarian herblore combinations, Mixology potions, specialized brews. These can either make you rich overnight or destroy your bank. Use the calculator religiously here.
Advanced Tips That Actually Work
Secondary Ingredient Timing
White berries, unicorn horns, dragon scales. These ingredients have their own price cycles. Sometimes it’s cheaper to stock up when they’re low rather than buying as needed.
The Potion Stockpile Strategy
When you find a profitable potion, don’t just make a few. Make hundreds or thousands if your bank allows. Market conditions change, but if something is profitable today, maximize it.
Level Planning
Use the calculator to plan your Herblore progression. See what becomes available at level 55, 62, 78. Sometimes it’s worth rushing certain levels for access to better profit margins.
Questions This Tool Answers
Wondering what to make with your current Herblore level? Input your level and see your options.
Curious which category is most profitable right now? Test each one and compare.
Want to know if upgrading your Herblore level is worth it? Check what unlocks at higher levels.
Planning a big Herblore session but unsure what to make? This shows you exactly where to focus.
My Biggest Herblore Wins
The Prayer Potion Pivot
Switched from Prayer potions to Super restores based on calculator data. Made an extra 5M profit that week with the same time investment.
Skill Potion Goldmine
During a major fishing update, fishing potions spiked hard. Calculator caught it early and I rode that wave for massive profits.
Overload Ingredient Timing
Saved up for months to try Overload ingredients. Calculator showed the perfect entry point and I tripled my Herblore bank in two weeks.
The Bottom Line
Stop training Herblore at a loss because “that’s just how it is.” This calculator proves you can make money while gaining XP if you’re smart about it.
I went from dreading Herblore training to actually looking forward to it. When you’re making profit instead of bleeding money, the whole skill becomes way more enjoyable.