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how to make everclear tincture not burn
Hi, I'm trying to make a tincture using Everclear, but it burns my mouth. How do I reduce the burn?
Hi there! The burn that you are experiencing comes from the high alcohol content in Everclear. Here are a few things you can do. First, diluting the tincture could make it less potent and thus burns less. You may also want to consume it in conjunction with a non-alcoholic beverage, or consume after a meal.
Got it. How can I dilute the tincture? Do I just add water?
You can dilute it with distilled water, but don't just pour a bunch of water into it as it can cause the tincture to lose its effectiveness. A common ratio is about 4 parts tincture to 1 part water. Remember, add the water slowly and taste it periodically to get it to your ideal potency.
What about if I want to mix it with another beverage? What should I use?
You can definitely mix your tincture with non-alcoholic beverages. Juices like orange or apple juice work well because their strong flavors can help mask the tincture's alcohol taste. Tea or coffee may also be options, depending on the flavor of your tincture.
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