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Default My Limoncello

Dimitri wrote:

> I was told that 190 proof alcohol if consumed in that form will burn
> (damage) the mucus membrane ergo the 151 proof limitation.
>
> I can not seem to verify this information.


It is indeed pretty potent - I've tried sips!
Rather like tasting lemon extract, in the *blast* it gives your mouth,
but no real damage.

Dave