Mixing Vodka With Luster Dust Safe?

Decorating By Abrandt09 Updated 26 Jan 2011 , 2:55am by mom2twogrlz

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Abrandt09 Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 1:51am
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I'm new to the decorating world so this may sound dumb but I have been reading alot about mixing vodka with luster dust to make edible paint. But is this safe to do when kids will be eating the cake? I know its such a small amount that I'm sure it wouldn't hurt but I just wanted to know if all the alcohol would still be present? Thanks!!

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debster Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 1:54am
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The alcohol evaperates I was told. Haven't gotten anybody drunk yet......................hehe

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smbegg Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 2:05am
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It is safe. First of all, you do not use that much and a majority of it evaporates, that is why you use it.

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HaydenSC Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 2:07am
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Yes, it is safe. I use Everclear. It has so much alcohol in it that I can practically see it evaporate before my eyes!

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Abrandt09 Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 2:27am
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Thanks so much!!! icon_biggrin.gif I just didn't feel 100% comfortable using it without exactly knowing!!

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heyjules Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 2:35am
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If you're worried, I've found clear vanilla to be an acceptable substitute, though I've only painted small areas and not a whole cake.

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mom2twogrlz Posted 26 Jan 2011 , 2:55am
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Originally Posted by heyjules

If you're worried, I've found clear vanilla to be an acceptable substitute, though I've only painted small areas and not a whole cake.




The problem I found with the vanilla is that after it evaporates it leaves a little bit of a paste type texture behind, especially if alot is used. I like vodka or rum better, it evaporates completely. And you are talking about a few drops on the entire cake. Even if it didn't evaporate off the amount in each serving is barely a trace.

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