70% Alcohol Solution [Recipe] using 100% Ethyl Alcohol (200 Proof Ethanol)

Before you get started:  This recipe is calls for 100% ethyl alcohol to make an alcohol solution an alcohol concentration of 70%.  If you didn't purchase Culinary Solvent for your disinfectant spray recipe, please check the ABV of your alcohol, and ensure you are reading the right recipe.  Links to additional recipes, calling for other types and varieties of alcohols, at the bottom of this post. -Mr.Tincture

Make Your Own 70% Alcohol Solution using 100% Ethyl Alcohol (200 Proof Ethanol)

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Not all disinfectants are created equal, and not all are safe to use across all applications and on all surface types including stone, glass, composite, and natural surfaces.  When it comes to killing germs and viruses that make you sick, it is vital we do so using methods that are as safe and nontoxic to our environment as possible.  The best, safest way to eliminate harmful toxic chemicals from your home, office, kitchen, workbench, or nursery while killing germs and viruses on your surfaces is to rely on 100% ethanol. 

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70% Alcohol Solution Spray Recipe Using 100% Ethyl Alcohol

Yield: 10 fl oz

Final Concentration After Mixing:  70% ABV

Important Heads up! If you dilute too much you will spread germs not kill them.  Measure your ingredients when making this recipe, the health of your loved ones could be counting on it!  When in doubt toss it out. Read more: How to tell the ABV of your starting alcohol (isopropyl or ethanol).

Ingredients:

Step 1 - In a clean spray bottle, combine the ethyl alcohol with water.  Mix well by shaking gently.

Step 2 - Store the 70% alcohol solution solution in a spray bottle for convenient measured dispensing.  Store bottle away from sources of heat, spark, or direct sunlight.  Mixture does not expires, contents will kill germs and viruses so long as the ABV remains above 70%.  Source.

Congratulations!
Your natural nontoxic alcohol solution is finished and ready to kill some germs and viruses. Good work!

Does ethyl alcohol kill germs, viruses, and bacteria on surfaces?

Answer: Yes, so long as the concentration and contact time minimum requirements are met.  For a detailed answer with links to authoritative sources, visit Does Ethyl Alcohol Kill Germs, Viruses, and Bacteria

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