Glowstone Dust
minecraft:glowstone_dustGlowstone Dust is a luminous crafting material harvested from the Nether. Mining a glowstone block without Silk Touch drops 2-4 dust, and Fortune boosts the yield further, while witches can also drop it on defeat.
FAQ
How do I get Glowstone Dust?
Mine glowstone blocks in the Nether with any tool other than a Silk Touch pickaxe to get 2-4 dust per block, or defeat a witch for a chance at a drop.
What is Glowstone Dust used for?
It crafts glowstone blocks and spectral arrows, and it is a key brewing ingredient that boosts a potion's potency while shortening its duration.
How does Glowstone Dust affect potions?
Adding it to a brewed potion upgrades it to its Tier II strength, such as turning a Potion of Strength into Strength II, at the cost of a shorter effect window.
Is Glowstone Dust renewable?
Yes, it is fully renewable through repeated Nether mining, witch drops, and trading with cleric villagers.