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Ordinary run-of-the-mill idiot, Tomas Curras, is the owner and primary author of Vintage American Cocktails. During his brief moments of clarity, he plays video games and researches tasty beverages.

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Ginger Ale – 1800s Style Recipe

More About This Drink. Ginger Syrup Instructions: In a large, heat-resistant mixing bowl, combine white sugar, citric acid, warm water, and ginger juice. Stir till the sugar is fully dissolved. Stir in vanilla extract, rose water, essence of star anise, lime, and cardamom. Ginger Ale Instructions: Combine ginger syrup and acid solution in a 12…

Essence Of Sarsaparilla – Homemade Flavoring (5% Solution)

More About This Use the 5% solution for soda syrups or when baking very large batches. High potency recipe is 10x more concentrated than the 0.5% recipe. Use the 0.5% solution for a standard extract that is similar to what one would buy at a grocery store. Two drops of the 5% solution will flavor…

Wintergreen Extract (0.5% Solution) – High Quality Recipe

More About This Use the 5% solution for soda syrups or when baking very large batches. High potency recipe is 10x more concentrated than the 0.5% recipe. Use the 0.5% solution for a standard extract that is similar to what one would buy at a grocery store. Add neutral spirit to a small glass container.…

Star Anise Extract (0.5% Solution) – High Quality Recipe

More About This Use the 5% solution for soda syrups or when baking very large batches. High potency recipe is 10x more concentrated than the 0.5% recipe. Use the 0.5% solution for a standard extract that is similar to what one would buy at a grocery store. Add neutral spirit to a small glass container.…

Lime Extract (0.5% Solution) – High Quality Recipe

More About This Use the 5% solution for soda syrups or when baking very large batches. High potency recipe is 10x more concentrated than the 0.5% recipe. Use the 0.5% solution for a standard extract that is similar to what one would buy at a grocery store. Add neutral spirit to a small glass container.…

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