Spirits
DISADVANTAGE:
- When mixed with water or
other aqueous preparation, the volatile
substance and spirits will generally separate from the solution and form MILKY PREPARATION.
- Salts may precipitate from aqueous solution in the addition of spirits
a) Simple solution with agitation
- Ex. For aromatic spirits of ammonia
b) Solution with maceration
- Commonly used for oils like in peppermint spirits. Mix oils and let it stand for 24 hours and then filter.
c) Chemical reactions
- Ex. Ethyl Nitrite spirit
d) Distillation
- For Brandy/Spiritus Vini Vitis - from
fermented juice or ripe grapes
- and Whisky/ Spiritus Fermenti – from
malted grain
