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Essence of Peach Kernels. - Quint-essence of Noyeau. - Dissolve one ounce of essential oil of bitter almonds in one pint of spirits of wine. Used as flavouring for cordials, and perfuming pastry. In large quantities exceedingly poisonous. A few drops only should be used to several pounds of syrups, pastry, etc..
 
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