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Default Substitute for Tequila

"Steve Freides" > wrote:
> Janet Bostwick wrote:
>> On Sat, 11 Aug 2012 21:48:50 -0700, "Malcom \"Mal\" Reynolds"
>> > wrote:
>>
>>> Friend is making some ethnic food, don't remember what but it may
>>> contain hibiscus flower water/simple syrup that calls for 4 oz of
>>> tequila. She doesn't drink so has no need of a bottle, doesn't know
>>> anyone that drinks tequila so she's wondering what might (be easier
>>> to) substitute.

>>
>> What everyone is trying to say is that there is no flavor substitute
>> for tequila Buy a bottle and save it to use for something else or
>> give it away.
>> Janet US

>
> That doesn't mean another liquor couldn't be substituted - would taste
> different but still might taste OK as long as authenticity isn't
> required. Vodka would give you the alcohol without the flavor, and who
> knows, maybe vermouth would OK.
>
> NB: I haven't a clue, of course, just rambling. I think my choice would
> be to pick a different recipe altogether.
>
> -S-


I think vodka with some motor oil would taste about right.

Greg