p. 653 | Health and Temperance

International Tract and Missionary Society · Oakland, California · Oct 28, 1889

FromSigns of the Times, Vol. 15, No. 41.

Health and Temperance.

PURE GRAPE JUICE.

THE pure, unfermented juice of the grape is an article of merit which should be found in every household. It makes a palatable and refreshing table drink, and is much preferable to, and healthier than, tea or coffee. It is the true "wine" that can be used as freely, and with as little evil effect, as water. It is also coming to the front as an article of diet in medicinal treatment of fevers and cancerous diseases. We give a formula for its preparation, which we know to be reliable:—

Take any quantity of grape juice and bring to a boil, carefully skimming off any impurities which may rise to the surface. Allow to settle till cold, and carefully drain off the clear liquid by means of a siphon. Fill long-necked bottles within an inch of the top. Then pour on the top about half an inch of sweet oil. This will effectually exclude the air and keep the juice from fermenting. When desired for use, the oil can be absorbed in a little cotton. There is no danger of forming an appetite for intoxicants from the use of this wine, as there is not a particle of alcohol in it. It should not be kept long, however, after being opened, as it will ferment after being exposed to the air. It is excellent for communion purposes.—California Prohibitionist.