This blog covers creative and technical uses of food grade ethanol for makers, artisans, and small-scale producers. Topics include cleaning, extraction, fabrication support, and other non-beverage applications where high-purity alcohol is preferred. Content is designed for practical problem-solving across a wide range of making disciplines.

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Disinfectant Spray Recipe using 99.9% Isopropyl Alcohol

Alcohol surface sprays can be useful for cleaning routines when they are mixed, labeled, stored, and used correctly. This recipe explains how to make an 80% alcohol surface spray using 99.9% isopropyl alcohol and water. This recipe is for hard,...

What is Log10 Reduction? - Understanding Microbe Reduction for Disinfection & Sanitation

Excerpts from the infographic, source linked below: "Log” stands for logarithm, which is the exponent of 10. For example, Log-2 represents 10^2 or 10 x 10 or 100. Log Reduction stands for a 10-fold (one decimal) or 90% reduction in numbers...

Does Ethyl Alcohol Kill Germs, Viruses, and Bacteria?

Does Ethyl Alcohol kill germs, viruses, and bacteria? Quick Answer: Yes, if 2 conditions are met: 1.) the concentration of alcohol (ABV for either Ethanol or Isopropyl) in the solution is high enough (over 70% for most germs and viruses), AND...

How to Determine Alcohol Concentration ABV for Hand Sanitizer & Disinfectant Recipes

Learn more about how to tell the type (Ethanol or Isopropyl) and strength (ABV) of your alcohol product.

Disinfectant Spray Recipe Using 190 Proof (95% ABV) Food Grade Ethanol

Alcohol surface sprays can be useful for cleaning routines when they are mixed, labeled, stored, and used correctly. This recipe explains how to make an 80% alcohol surface spray using 190 Proof Food Grade Ethanol and water. This recipe is...

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