15 Uses for Liquor During SHFT

Published on June 27, 2015
Duration: 10:54

This entry details 15 potential uses for liquor during SHTF scenarios, drawing from the SensiblePrepper channel. It covers medicinal applications, bartering strategies, cleaning, and even fuel for lamps and stoves. The guide emphasizes practical considerations like container types and the high versatility of 190-proof grain alcohol, while also cautioning against misuse.

Quick Summary

Liquor offers numerous survival applications in SHTF scenarios, including medicinal uses like wound disinfection and pain relief, bartering potential (especially miniatures), and as a fuel source for lamps using high-proof grain alcohol. Proper storage involves glass for long-term pest resistance and plastic for transport.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Considerations
  2. 01:39Packaging: Glass vs. Plastic
  3. 02:44Medicinal Uses
  4. 04:41Bartering and Trade
  5. 05:39Types and Brands
  6. 06:47High-Proof Alcohol (Everclear)
  7. 08:06Cleaning and Water Purification

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary medicinal uses for liquor in a survival situation?

In SHTF scenarios, liquor can be used to treat coughs (mixed with honey/lemon), disinfect wounds, act as a sedative for stress, a painkiller, treat swimmer's ear, toothaches, and serve as an emergency mouthwash to kill bacteria.

How should liquor be stored for long-term survival preparedness?

For long-term storage, glass containers are recommended as they resist pests like rodents that might chew through plastic lids. Plastic containers are better suited for transport due to their lighter weight and durability.

Can liquor be used as a fuel source in an emergency?

Yes, high-proof grain alcohol (like 190-proof) is highly flammable and can be used to create an alcohol lamp for a light source or as fuel for small stoves, though caution is advised due to its flammability.

Is liquor a good item for bartering during SHTF?

Liquor is considered a high-value barter item. Miniature bottles ('nips') are particularly recommended for trade as they are portable and allow for smaller, more manageable transactions without depleting a large supply.

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