The Dead Rails universe just got more chaotic (and fun) with the introduction of four brand-new potions. From reanimating the dead to burning entire outposts to the ground, these potions can completely change how you play the game. In this How to Craft Every Potion in Dead Rails (Recipe Guide) guide, we’ll walk you through how to craft each potion, the ingredients required, and what they actually do.
Let’s dive right in.
How to Craft Every Potion in Dead Rails (Recipe Guide)
First Things First: How Potion Crafting Works
Before you start mixing potions like a wasteland wizard, here’s what you need to know:
There are six types of liquids in the game.
Unicorn Blood is the base ingredient for every potion. You’ll need this for all recipes.
Hold the F key while holding a bottle to pour or collect liquids.
You can find bottles in random loot across the map — some are empty, some are pre-filled.
Kill NPCs or enemies to collect regular blood. Kill unicorns for Unicorn Blood (it evaporates fast, so act quickly).
All Potion Recipes in Dead Rails
1. Primordial Potion – Reanimate the Dead
Recipe:
- Unicorn Blood
- Water
Effect:
Revives fallen enemies (like zombies) to fight on your side.
How to Use:
Kill a zombie → Collect its blood → Pour Primordial Potion on the corpse → Watch it reanimate and assist you in combat.
Tip: This potion is perfect for creating your own mini-army in dangerous zones.
2. Holy Water – Purify Through Fire
Recipe:
- Unicorn Blood
- Water
(Yes, same recipe as Primordial, but different use-case. Could be bugged or class-dependent.)
Effect:
Burns zombies when they step on it.
How to Use:
Pour it on the ground and lure enemies over the area — they’ll burst into flames. You can’t throw it anymore, so positioning is key.
Tip: Use Freecam or bait enemies into the puddle since timing matters.
3. Devil’s Tears – Chaos & Fire
Recipe:
- Unicorn Blood
- Kerosene
Effect:
Creates a highly flammable area. When ignited, it causes massive fire damage and chaos.
How to Use:
Pour it on the ground → Throw a molotov or use a torch to ignite → Watch the inferno begin.
Caution: You can set yourself on fire if you’re not using the Arsonist class. Best to ignite from a distance.
This is hands-down the best potion for clearing out large enemy groups or entire areas.
4. Angel’s Tears – Healing Magic
Recipe:
- Unicorn Blood
- Zombie/Outlaw Blood
Effect:
Heals anything it touches — you, your allies, or your horse.
How to Use:
Pour it on the ground → Walk or stand in it → It passively heals anything alive standing on the puddle.
Tip: Struggling to keep your horse alive? Keep a bottle of this handy.