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Video says 100gr of everclear and recipe says 300gr! Help!
We’re looking into it, Albert and we’ll get you the correct answer. Thanks for the heads-up!
Why do you discharge the first cartridge shortly after inserting it, to then add 2 more? (I suppose 2nd and 3rd are not discharged) What does that do, as compared to just loading 2 charges without the first load/discharge?
bravo on the super troopers reference!
Maybe it has already been explained and I've missed it, but what is the purpose of the first CO2 cartridge?
100 g is correct!
Shoot! 300 g is correct!
i cannt find everclear in China.... any replacement?
So far my Amazon cart is up to $140 and thats without the everclear, this better be good!
My Amazon cart is up to $140 and thats without the everclear, this better be good!
Substitutions for 190 proof Everclear? Can't get it in CA. Can you use 151 proof and change the ratios of the essential oils or perhaps add something else?
hehe, yeah, I spent a good amount on ingredients only to find out I can't get 95% ABV Everclear in CA (so I'm not up to speed on CA laws- d'oh!)
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Any advice on creating syrups from different essential oils? Is there a formula of g of essential oil to everclear? Sugar to water?
Does this mean I can get rid of my Sodastream now? :-)
Try using 380g of 151 proof rather than 300g of 190 proof. Then mix 121g of cola syrup with 419g of water in step 3. Since purified water is usually used to reduce the proof of spirits, you should end up with the same drink in the end. Let me know if you want me to explain how I got that.
Whats the idea behind adding a charge and immediately venting it?
I Think this has to do with the air still being in the syphon. Once you add CO2 and release it there is no "normal" air in the syphon. My guess is that with the high pressure NO2 and O2 will dissolve into the drink so this will result in less CO2 in the drink.
Look for a SuperKing nearby if you're in SoCal.
Spirytus 95% $20 for a handle from what I remember.
I'd be careful with the neroli essential. The product listed here is actually only 7.5% neroli essential oil blended with grape seed oil. If you choose a different brand (which is considerably more expensive at 100% pure) you may need to adjust the amounts accordingly.
that explains a bit with mine. I am fortunate to have an essential oils distributor nearby (thank you Portland hipsters!) and got the amounts I needed as samples for next to nothing. That said, I have been having issues with the carbonation process. I followed the directions on charging the 1L siphon and have ended up with soda that is almost half flat and a little bit of oily syrupyness. I've tried adding more soda chargers and diluting it with more water, but the result is a kinda syrupy sweet drink with some bubbles in it that don't translate to a carbonated texture when consumed. Any tips?
Make sure you're clearing the headspace of the siphon (charging with one CO2 and immediately discharging) before adding other charges. Shake more. Maybe lower the fructose/dark cherry concentrate. Make sure your scale is accurate. Other than that, I'm not sure.
why do u put 1 cO2 gas then release it then put 2 more CO2 ?
To get rid of the oxygen that is in the siphon. You can also use N2O for that.
The first cartridge pushes out much of the air. You want to carbonate your drink, which tastes much better (acidic) and is easier to do. Air is mostly nitrogen and oxygen, neither of which are very soluble in water, unlike carbon dioxide, and don't taste as good. In contrast, you want to use nitrous oxide for your whipped cream, which is neutral tasting. Isn't kitchen science fun?
Make sure it is cold enough. C02 is more soluble in cold liquid.
If I omit the cherry concentrate, what amount of cola syrup do I use in step 3? I’m guessing the 110g would include a fair amount of the cherry.
I’m in a similar boat in Canada (NL). The only over-proof options here are rums, and even then we’re topping out at 151.
1.3g oil to 100g everclear
Amazon link is dead for the dark cherry concentrate. Recommended brands?
It seems to be working for me. But here is the link directly.
https://www.amazon.com/Natural-Sources-Black-Cherry-Concentrate/dp/B00196R6EM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1384806906&sr=8-5&keywords=cherry+concentrate&tag=chefsteps02-20
Natural Sources Inc Concentrate, Black Cherry, 16-Ounce - The brand and item.
While I appreciate that they feature this content here (can't really find this sort of thing anywhere else) I am surprised there aren't any warnings on ChefSteps regarding the use of essential oils in cooking. Most of the oils that I have found for sale are not FDA approved or have 'food grade' labels on them, and, while you would have to scale the recipe badly or consume excessively over time (?), you could technically poison yourself with the cinnamon and nutmeg oils. Is there anyone with a food science background that could point me to resources providing guidelines for safely cooking with essential oils before I use them privately or professionally? Again, I don't want the content to be removed! Just looking for a reference to food industry safety standards and quality control measures to look out for when selecting food grade oils for purchase. Thank you.
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