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Imitation Bourbon Whiskey (Creosote diluted with alcohol)
Creosote, diluted with alcohol, is sometimes used to impart the smoky flavor to spirits. to Brandy Barrels. Dissolve in 3 gallons 693. To Give the Appearance of Age water, 3 pounds sulphuric acid and 1 pound sulphate of iron.
Wash the barrels with it on the outside. 694. Το Make Caramel. Dissolve 7 To 36 gallons proof spirits, add 4 gallons pounds crushed sugar in 1 pint water; boil it highly flavored proof Bourbon, 1 gallon New in a 5-gallon copper kettle , stirring occasion- England rum, & gallon sweet Catawba wine ally until it gets brown; then reduce the fire (or 1 quart sherry wine ), and 1 pound white and let the sugar burn until the smoke makes glycerine. Color to suit with caramel. (See the eyes water.
When a few drops, let fall No. 694.)