Everclear pure alcohol for tinctures, and limoncello.

Organic 95% Alcohol for tinctures

In Australia, there are many producers of alcohol, but organic grape-based alcohol is harder to make. Firstly you have to grow and handpick the grapes. Organic alcohol for Absinthe, tinctures can be from 40% to 95% alcohol depending on the organic herbs being used and your recipes. There are all sorts of herbs used for tinctures, some are hemp, weed, flower, hash and grass tinctures. Many recipes call for Everclear alcohol as they are American recipes.  Everclear Vodka percentage is 95% by volume in 200ml bottles available too.

Duncan Harris, a self-taught, master distiller has been distilling organic alcohol for over a decade, producing the best ethanol in Australia. We deliver organic alcohol to your door via Australia Post. 

Buy alcohol online that is made by hand, locally and support an Australian organic producer at a Perth Swan Valley winery and distillery.

We are sure you will enjoy our organic alcohol, if diluted in moderation, of course.

Everclear alcohol percentage

The Everclear alcohol percentage can vary depending on the producer. In Australia Everclear alcohol or high percentage alcohol is 95 percent or 190 proof.

Where can I buy pure alcohol in Australia?

Where can I buy pure alcohol or food-grade ethanol in Australia?  This is a common question and you have come to the right place to purchase 96% alcohol for tinctures, limoncello and other uses. We are in Western Australia and post to all states of Australia.  For more information about buying ethanol in Australia, click here. The Everclear price includes all taxes. The 190 Everclear price does not include packaging and postage ex Perth Western Australia.

Where to buy pure alcohol in Australia?  

Yes, you can buy pure alcohol in Australia from Harris Organic distillers. You can buy pure alcohol that is 190 proof or 95% in Australia from us in 200 ml and 500 ml HDPE bottles.

Australian alcohol delivery is available.

Have your organic alcohol delivered anywhere in Australia, to your door or a friend's door, just in time for Christmas, Easter or Father's Day.  We ship anywhere in Australia.

Alcohol to make your own bitters

Harris organic can supply you with a range of spirits for making bitters. Try our 100 proof vodka or 95% alcohol.

Pure alcohol for making liqueurs

We have pure alcohol for making liqueurs too. You can fortify, and make the liqueur stronger with alcohol, by adding pure alcohol to your sweet wine base.

Bulk Suppliers of Alcohol and Ethanol.

There are a number of bulk suppliers of ethanol in Australia. If you require more than 2 litres, please contact them.

What is the best alcohol solvent to use for tinctures?

Herbal tinctures are concentrated herbal extracts that are made from a liquid combination of herbs and essential oils. They are a popular herbal preparation used to extract alkaloids, active constituents, and other medicinal compounds from herbs. The best alcohol solvent for tinctures is usually alcohol with a proof of at least 80 or higher, such as vodka or spirits. This ensures that the most beneficial properties of the herbs remain intact. Alcohol also helps to draw out more of the plant's constituents than tea or water would be able to do on its own. [Sources: 1, 3, 8] 
    
Ethyl alcohol is the best solvent to use when making tinctures as it is able to extract and preserve minerals, herbs, and other constituents from both plant and animal material. When using ethyl alcohol, it is important to make sure that the alcohol content of the tincture is no less than 25% so that all of its beneficial components are extracted effectively. Additionally, some herbalists prefer to use high-proof alcohol for their tinctures as it can better extract constituents from plants with tough cell walls. [Sources: 7, 9] 
    
High-proof alcohol also tends to extract more medicinal compounds and desirable cannabinoids from fresh plant material than lower-proof alcohol. When making a tincture, it is important to use an alcohol content that is at least 80 proof, as this will ensure that all the desired constituents of the plant flower or leaf are properly extracted. For best results, a higher-proof alcohol should be used as this will provide a longer shelf life for the tincture and preserve its potency. The higher percentage of alcohol also has a greater ability to draw out the desirable constituents of fresh plant material when compared with low-proof spirits. To get the most out of your tinctures, use high-proof alcohol with an ABV (Alcohol By Volume) of 95% or higher. [Sources: 0, 2, 6] 
    
This is the most appropriate alcohol strength for extracting fresh plant material, as it evaporates quickly and will leave no water portion behind. When making tinctures, use a 1:1 or 2:1 ratio of fresh plant to solvent. You can use brandy or vodka as the spirit, but neutral alcohol makes the best tincture due to its high-proof content and neutral flavour. Avoid using vinegar as your solvent as it has a strong taste that will affect the overall flavour of your tincture. Glycerine is also not recommended since it does not extract plant materials as well as alcohol does. It’s important to note that when using any type of spirits to make tinctures you should always use a reputable brand that lists its ABV on the label so you know exactly how much alcohol you’re getting in each bottle. [Sources: 4, 5] 
    

What can I use instead of Everclear for tincture?

What is pure alcohol?

Pure alcohol is an alcohol that is unadulterated and therefore undenatured, that is it has no additives. Its pure ethanol; is suitable for a range of applications, such as limoncello, tinctures, perfume, food applications and many other things.

If you can't get Everclear where you live in Australia, our organic ethanol alcohol can be used to preserve medicinal compounds. Essential and CBD oils are better extracted with alcohol than with water. Herbs that are highly aromatic like sage, rosemary, and lavender are good choices for an ethanol alcohol-based tincture.

Organic ethyl alcohol 70%

If you require organic ethyl alcohol 70 per cent alcohol, please contact Harris Organic Wine and Spirits through their contact page.

Dilution calculator

A dilution calculator is available online to calculate the amount of water you require to dilute your alcohol down to any drinkable percentage you want.

Is Everclear the strongest vodka?

Is Everclear the strongest vodka you can get? Everclear vodka or Everclear alcohol is 190-proof or 95% ethanol. It is undenatured so it is food-grade alcohol. This strong vodka can be used for tinctures and preservation. 

There are other brands of high percentage alcohol and polish vodkas available on the market besides Everclear.  Spirytus vodka caused a death some years ago.

Is Everclear basically vodka?

Everclear is a very strong vodka; however, Everclear and vodka are different. Why?, Vodka is diluted with rainwater. For example, a typical vodka is approximately 40% alcohol by volume, which is 80 proof whereas Everclear, is 95% alcohol, which is 190 proof. Capisce! 

Drink vodka, and used Everclear to make vodka.

Organic Sugarcane alcohol alternative

There is an alternative to ORGANIC SUGARCANE ALCOHOL, you have come to the right place. Enjoy.

Perfumers alcohol - Australia

If you require perfumers alcohol that is made in Australia, you have come to the right place. We have several clients who use our organic alcohol to make their own exquisite perfumes.

Here is a guide to how much scented fragrance to add to perfumers' alcohol to make a product so here are some guidelines to work with.
Eau de Cologne 2-5% fragrance
Eau de Toilette 4-10% fragrance
Perfume 15-25%

Note Well: Our orgnic alcohols have no adulterant added. They are food grade and better than spraying 2 Tertuary Butanol (denaturant) on your skin.

Types of alcohol: an overview

Here is a list of the types of alcohol available for consumption.

• Base alcohols (brandy, gin, vodka, whisky, white rum)
• Liqueurs (Amaretto, Kahlua, Baileys, Coffee.....)
• Wines and fortified wines (dry white, dry red wine, vermouth, sherry, port)
• Beer.

Alcohol beverages can be categorized into 4 main alcohol types. They are beer, wine, liqueurs and spirits.

Carbon Neutral Brandy Spirit

Carbon Neutral

We planted a green belt of trees and installed 34 solar panels producing a maximum of 5 kW of power to offset our electricity and hydrocarbon fuel usage.

We are using wood to fire our brandy still and the condenser pump is powered by our solar power system. So you can be assured our brandies and neutral alcohols are carbon neutral.

 Sources of information

[0]: https://toronadosd.com/you-can-use-smirnoff-100-proof-vodka-for-tinctures/

[1]: https://inhabitat.com/diy-how-to-make-your-own-herbal-tinctures/

[2]: https://theherbalacademy.com/dilute-high-proof-alcohol/

[3]: https://www.birthsongbotanicals.com/blogs/birth-song-blog/herbal-tinctures

[4]: https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/2020/05/12/tinctures/

[5]: https://blog.mountainroseherbs.com/guide-tinctures-extracts

[6]: https://homesteadandchill.com/homemade-cannabis-tincture-recipe/

[7]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tincture

[8]: https://helloglow.co/making-your-own-tinctures/

[9]: https://joybileefarm.com/herbal-tinctures/