[July 4th]

Here in the USA we have things like Everclear in some markets, but my understanding is that it's mainly used as a mixer in punch and for drinking bets among college-age children.

It's great for making fruit liqueurs. You soak the fruit (lemon peel, cherries) in the Everclear for about six weeks, and then dilute it down to vodka strength with sugar syrup and water. It works better than soaking in vodka, but the state of New York doesn't seem to think so. Can't get it here.

[Stoat]

Here in the USA we have things like Everclear in some markets, but my understanding is that it's mainly used as a mixer in punch and for drinking bets among college-age children.

It's great for making fruit liqueurs. You soak the fruit (lemon peel, cherries) in the Everclear for about six weeks, and then dilute it down to vodka strength with sugar syrup and water. It works better than soaking in vodka, but the state of New York doesn't seem to think so. Can't get it here.

Sounds delightful!  Everclear is not available here in the People's Republic of Washington either, but I've seen it in nearby states such as Wyoming.

It's great to see this old thread being given new life....so far we've got whiskey fans, whiskey detractors, Everclear aficionados,  chemists as well as the beloved Red Dwarf smegheads making an appearance.

Merry Christmas to All  :-)