Minecraft Potion Brewing Guide

Master the art of potion brewing in Minecraft. Learn how to create all 20+ potions with step-by-step recipes, effects, and usage tips.

Browse potions by their primary effects. Click any potion card to see full details.

Minecraft potions provide powerful effects that can help with combat, exploration, building, and survival. Each effect can be modified with Redstone (duration) or Glowstone Dust (strength).

Fire Resistance

Potion of Fire ResistancePotion of Fire Resistance
Potion of Fire Resistance (Extended)Potion of Fire Resistance (Extended)

Instant Damage

Potion of HarmingPotion of Harming
Potion of Harming IIPotion of Harming II

Instant Health

Potion of HealingPotion of Healing
Potion of Healing IIPotion of Healing II

Invisibility

Potion of InvisibilityPotion of Invisibility
Potion of Invisibility (Extended)Potion of Invisibility (Extended)

Jump Boost

Potion of LeapingPotion of Leaping
Potion of Leaping (Extended)Potion of Leaping (Extended)
Potion of Leaping IIPotion of Leaping II

Night Vision

Potion of Night VisionPotion of Night Vision
Potion of Night Vision (Extended)Potion of Night Vision (Extended)

Poison

Potion of PoisonPotion of Poison
Potion of Poison (Extended)Potion of Poison (Extended)
Potion of Poison IIPotion of Poison II

Regeneration

Potion of RegenerationPotion of Regeneration
Potion of Regeneration (Extended)Potion of Regeneration (Extended)
Potion of Regeneration IIPotion of Regeneration II

Resistance + Slowness

Potion of the Turtle MasterPotion of the Turtle Master
Potion of the Turtle Master (Extended)Potion of the Turtle Master (Extended)

Slow Falling

Potion of Slow FallingPotion of Slow Falling
Potion of Slow Falling (Extended)Potion of Slow Falling (Extended)

Slowness

Potion of SlownessPotion of Slowness
Potion of Slowness (Extended)Potion of Slowness (Extended)
Potion of Slowness IVPotion of Slowness IV

Speed

Potion of SwiftnessPotion of Swiftness
Potion of Swiftness (Extended)Potion of Swiftness (Extended)
Potion of Swiftness IIPotion of Swiftness II

Strength

Potion of StrengthPotion of Strength
Potion of Strength (Extended)Potion of Strength (Extended)
Potion of Strength IIPotion of Strength II

Water Breathing

Potion of Water BreathingPotion of Water Breathing
Potion of Water Breathing (Extended)Potion of Water Breathing (Extended)

Weakness

Potion of WeaknessPotion of Weakness
Potion of Weakness (Extended)Potion of Weakness (Extended)

How to Brew Potions in Minecraft

Potion brewing is one of Minecraft's most powerful mechanics, allowing you to create consumables that grant temporary effects like increased strength, speed, fire resistance, and more. Whether you're preparing for a boss fight, exploring the Nether, or building underwater, potions provide essential advantages.

Brewing Requirements

  • Brewing Stand: Crafted with 1 Blaze Rod + 3 Cobblestone
  • Blaze Powder: Fuel for the brewing stand (made from Blaze Rods)
  • Glass Bottles: Made from 3 Glass blocks
  • Water: Fill bottles from cauldrons or water sources
  • Nether Wart: Found in Nether Fortresses, creates Awkward Potions
  • Ingredients: Various items that add effects to potions

Potion Modifiers

  • Redstone Dust: Extends the duration of potion effects
  • Glowstone Dust: Increases the level/strength of effects (reduces duration)
  • Gunpowder: Converts potions to splash potions (throwable)
  • Dragon's Breath: Converts splash potions to lingering potions (area effect cloud)
  • Fermented Spider Eye: Corrupts potions into negative effects

Brewing Process

  1. Fill glass bottles with water
  2. Place bottles in the brewing stand
  3. Add Blaze Powder as fuel
  4. Add Nether Wart to create Awkward Potion (base for most potions)
  5. Add your desired ingredient to create the effect
  6. Optionally modify with Redstone, Glowstone, Gunpowder, or Dragon's Breath

Best Potions for Different Situations

Combat & Boss Fights

  • Strength II: Essential for maximum damage output
  • Regeneration II: Continuous healing during combat
  • Fire Resistance: Required for Nether boss fights
  • Healing II: Quick emergency health restoration
  • Turtle Master: Tank massive damage when stationary

Exploration & Travel

  • Swiftness II: Move 40% faster for efficient travel
  • Night Vision (Extended): See clearly in caves for 8 minutes
  • Water Breathing (Extended): Explore ocean monuments
  • Slow Falling (Extended): Safe descent from mountains
  • Invisibility (Extended): Sneak past hostile mobs

Nether & End Exploration

  • Fire Resistance (Extended): Mandatory for lava lakes and fortresses
  • Strength II + Regeneration II: Best combo for Nether mobs
  • Slow Falling: Safe navigation in the End

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get Nether Wart?

Nether Wart is found growing on Soul Sand in Nether Fortresses. It's essential for brewing most potions as it creates the Awkward Potion base. Once you find some, you can grow your own in the Overworld on Soul Sand.

Can I stack potion effects?

Yes! Different potion effects stack. For example, you can have Strength, Speed, and Fire Resistance active simultaneously. However, you cannot stack the same effect - drinking a second Strength potion will reset the timer.

What's the difference between splash and lingering potions?

Splash potions are throwable and affect all entities in a small radius when they hit. Lingering potions create a cloud effect that stays in place for several seconds, applying effects to anything that enters the cloud. Lingering potions are used to make Tipped Arrows.

How do I get Dragon's Breath?

Dragon's Breath is collected using glass bottles on the purple breath attack particles from the Ender Dragon. You'll need to defeat the dragon at least once to access the End, then you can collect it during the dragon fight or respawn the dragon.

What potions work on the Wither and Ender Dragon?

Both bosses are immune to most negative effects. For player buffs, bring Strength II, Regeneration II, and situational potions like Fire Resistance (Nether) or Slow Falling (End). Healing potions are crucial for emergency health restoration.