Our Blogs

This page provides an index of educational blogs published by Culinary Solvent, each focused on a specific professional or applied use of food grade ethanol. Topics range from culinary and herbal applications to perfumery, maker workflows, and shipping regulations. Select a blog below to explore guidance relevant to your industry or intended use.

All About Food Grade Ethanol 101

Foundational education explaining what food grade ethanol is, how it is made, and how it is used across culinary, extraction, and formulation workflows. Ideal for readers seeking clarity on proof, purity, and practical applications.

Shipping Ethanol Rules and Permits

Guidance on state-by-state regulations, shipping requirements, and compliance considerations for purchasing high-proof food grade ethanol in the United States. Written for lawful buyers planning informed, compliant purchases.

Alcohol for Chefs Blog

Educational articles for chefs and culinary professionals on using 200 proof food grade ethanol in food production. Topics include edible glazes and coatings, flavor extraction, cake decorating techniques, and other professional culinary applications commonly performed with high-proof alcohol.

Alcohol For Herbalists Blog

Focused guidance for herbalists and apothecaries using food grade ethanol for tinctures, botanical extractions, and traditional preparations. Emphasizes solvent choice, proof considerations, and best practices.

Alcohol for Makers Blog

Explores creative and technical uses of food grade ethanol for makers, artisans, and small-scale producers. Topics include cleaning, fabrication support, extraction, and other non-beverage applications.

Alcohol For Perfumers Blog

Dedicated to the use of high-purity ethanol in perfumery and fragrance formulation. Covers alcohol selection, blending techniques, botanical tinctures, and best practices for aromatic products.