Homemade Carolina Water

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Last night I made a concoction that Is similar to Florida Water, but with a few original twists. Since I live in North Carolina, I named it Carolina Water.
I started with a base of a small amount of vodka, then added water. I used sprigs of fresh rosemary, lavender, lemon balm, and sweet mint (yerba Buena), two twists of lemon rind, as well as a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Finally I added several drops of peppermint, lavender, and sweet orange essential oils. I believe it will be wonderful to spritz on my skin to cool off during these hot summer days, or after a shower. Should make a great air freshener, too. 

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