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USDA Certified Organic 190 Proof Food Grade Ethanol

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USDA Certified Organic · 190 Proof (≥95% ABV) · Non-Denatured · Zero Additives · Made from Non-GMO Organic Corn. The purest food-grade ethanol for herbal tinctures, botanical extracts, vanilla & flavor concentrates, and laboratory use.
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This 190 Proof Product Requires a Non-Beverage Use Confirmation

Why? To meet all rules and regulations, we require quick confirmation that affirms your use is not for recrational beverage purposes. Learn More.

190 proof (95% ALC/VOL), USDA Certified Organic food grade ethanol with zero additives. This clean, neutral solvent is designed for applications where purity, consistency, and organic sourcing matter. It contains no denaturants, additives, or bittering agents and provides a versatile foundation for a wide range of food-focused and extract applications.

Used by herbalists, flavor extract makers, culinary professionals, and DIY formulators who require high solvency and a neutral profile for their projects. This 190 proof organic alcohol is ideal when traceability and sustainable sourcing are important.

Common Uses and Applications

This organic food grade ethanol is commonly selected for:

  • Making herbal tinctures and botanical extracts
  • Creating flavor extracts such as vanilla, citrus, and spice concentrates
  • Preparing organic vanilla extract, bitters, and other culinary essences
  • Ingredient preparation and formulation where purity is required
  • Laboratory, educational, and small-batch production use

Using a 190 proof organic base provides strong extraction performance while maintaining clean, consistent results.

Why Choose USDA Certified Organic Food Grade Ethanol

  • Zero additives: no denaturants or masking agents
  • USDA Certified Organic: quality and sustainability backed by third-party certification
  • Neutral profile: supports pure flavor and extract clarity
  • Strong solvency: efficiently dissolves a wide range of organic plant compounds
  • Ready to use: suitable for many extraction and culinary applications without further dilution

Starting with a 190 proof organic base gives you a high-purity solvent for extracts, tinctures, and culinary ingredients with confidence.

How This Differs From Denatured or Conventional Alcohol

Many high-proof alcohols on the market are denatured or contain additives that can interfere with flavor, aroma, and extract quality. This product contains only USDA Certified Organic ethanol and water, giving you a neutral and predictable foundation for food grade applications.

Important Notes on Use and Handling

This product is sold as a high-purity USDA Certified Organic solvent for food and extract applications. It is not intended for recreational consumption. Due to its high proof, proper handling, storage, and compliance with applicable local regulations are recommended. Always use appropriately for your specific application.

  • 190 Proof "Food Grade" Ethanol
  • ≥ 95.0% Ethyl Alcohol
  • ≤ 5.0% Water
  • Feed Stock: Non-GMO Organic Corn
  • USDA Organic Certifier: Maine Organic Farmers and Gardener's Association (MOFGA.org)
  • CAS Number: 64-17-5
  • PubChem CID: 702
  • UN Number: 1170
  • Grade: USP/FCC
  • Contains zero additives, a "non-denatured" / undenatured alcohol product
  • Safe for human consumption when used in herbal tinctures, vanilla extracts, citrus extracts, cocktail bitters, and much more
  • Safe for topical applications to the skin
  • Bio-degradable, environmentally friendly, made with sustainably grown ingredients and shipped using sustainable and recyclable materials
  • Federal Excise Tax is included in the price
    Culinary Solvent 200 Proof Food Grade Ethanol Pint, Quart, Gallon, Bulk packages
    • Pints, Quarts, Gallons, and single 5-gallon Jugs ship fast via FedEx Ground.  Realtime tracking updates keep you posted up to delivery confirmation.  Choose "Residential Service" at shipping options step for weekend delivery to most areas.
    • Orders over 25 gallons ship on a pallet via LTL freight carrier.  Choose "lift gate" service at checkout if you don't have a loading dock at your destination.
    • Orders shipped with a "HazMat" designation via FedEx Ground require a signature of someone at time of delivery.  Packages containing 5-gallon jugs ship with a hazmat designation.  Due to the regulations for shipping hazardous materials, a signature at time of delivery is required, no exceptions..
    • Free Pickup at the distillery available for Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont customers.  Orders placed online require 1 day to process and assemble for pickup.  Instructions to schedule your pickup appointment in your email after placing your order.  Please note, permit rules for VT, MA, and other states still apply to customers wishing to pick up their order, see our shipping map for more details or contact us if you have a question.
    • No hazmat fees to ship orders under 5 gallons. Hazmat fees are included in shipping price for 5 gallon and bulk orders.  No surprises at checkout.
    • View our helpful tips for successful order delivery.
    • View our Shipping Policy page for more details.


    200 Proof Food Grade Ethanol Permit Map - Culinary Solvent
    • Click the map image to view more details about each State's current status.  Green states require no further action to buy or ship food grade ethanol.  Yellow states require a permit before we can ship. We do not currently ship to grey states at this time.  
    • If your state requires a permit, (Idaho, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Vermont, VirginiaMinnesota, follow the links provided for detailed walkthroughs and blank permit PDF downloads.
    • Orders ship to Hawaii via Freight Forwarder.
    • Contact us if your state is listed as currently not shipping and we will check on the current rules for your destination state. 

    Zero Additives

    Non-denatured means just pure, food-safe, food-grade, ethyl alcohol.

    Eco-Safe

    Common in nature and naturally forming, pure ethyl alcohol is "beyond biodegradable".

    Eco-Aware

    Bottled, packaged, and shipped with 99% fully recyclable materials. Working on the 1%...

    non-GMO

    Distilled from Certified USDA Organic Corn which prohibits GMOs at the ingredient level.

    Certified Organic 190 Proof Food Grade Ethanol FAQs

    No. High proof alcohol does not expire or spoil, but proper storage is important. Keep the container tightly closed and store it in a cool, dry place away from heat and flame.

    By law, 200 proof contains up to 0.3% water, while 190 proof has about 5% water in solution. Some recipes specifically call for 190 proof, or for further dilution to a certain proof where the math is easier starting with 100%.

    USDA Organic products are made from certified organic ingredient standards and must follow strict tracking rules for traceability to the final customer. The extra steps and paperwork are part of why organic products usually cost more.

    Yes. We offer bulk sizes including 5-gallon jugs and 55-gallon drums. Buying in bulk can lower your cost per gallon. View our collection for sizes and prices.

    Yes. Visit our Wholesale Registration page to learn more about discount wholesale prices on pure food grade ethanol from Culinary Solvent.