231. Red Elixir. (Red Simple Elixir. )
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This section is from the "Elixirs And Flavoring Extracts. Their History, Formulae, & Methods of Preparation" book, by John Uri Lloyd. Also available from Amazon: Elixirs and flavoring extracts,: Their history, formulae, and methods of preparation;
231. Red Elixir. (Red Simple Elixir. )
Simple elixir, or elixir of orange, any convenient quantity.
Color it with solution of carmine until of a distinct red color. This elixir is incompatible with acids and certain metallic salts, which precipitate the coloring matter. Red elixir is used as a flavor.
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