Longtime drinker, first time maker

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This is my first time making a batch. I used a zester to avoid the pith, the base liquor I'm using is half 190proof grain alcohol and half 100 proof wheat vodka that'll end up around 73% alcohol. Figuring to let it sit for four weeks shaking occasionally.

I'm wondering if there's a sweet spot as far as final proof, ratio of simply syrup to base liquor, or really if there's any other good advice you all have for a first time maker?

Posted Mar 5, 2026, 7:50 PM UTC

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