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    • #14079
      Teresa Fields
      Student

        I have some 70 proof rum in the closet that my son had years ago. Wondering if I could use it to make a tincture.

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        Dr. Patrick Jones
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          70 proof is on the line of having enough alcohol to be preservative. I always use 80-100 proof.

          If you do use the 70, only do it with dry herbs.

          Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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          Mike Wright
          Student

            I was wondering about the 80 proof myself, thanks.

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            Tiffiny Hladczuk
            Student

              Thank you.  I had wondered the same question.  Good to know.

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