Yes, you could just use white vinegar as a natural rinse aid replacement for your dishwasher – that’s what I have been using for years. However, I thought I would experiment and see if I could find an option that gave me even better results. And, guess what? I did!!
Just three ingredients for this one, and it really does work wonders.
Dishwasher Rinse Aid
Makes: 210 g Prep time: < 5 min.
Ingredients
- 70 g citric acid
- 70 g boiling water
- 70 g clear alcohol
Method
1. Add citric acid and boiling water to a bowl and mix until citric acid has dissolved.
2. Add clear alcohol and stir to combine, then allow to cool.
3. Transfer into a jar or bottle (with lid).
To Use
Fill your dishwasher rinse aid compartment with the solution as required.
Recipe Notes
I have worked out my compartment size is about 120 g/ml but you will have a little left over. If so, store it in a glass jar (I keep any extra in a dark cupboard, but the fridge will help extend shelf life further).
Use the cheapest (plain) vodka you can find.
I trust that you will make the decision on whether this formula is suitable for your dishwasher. I cannot take any responsibility if your dishwasher doesn’t agree with this recipe.
9 Comments
70g of which alcohol?
we have cheap 99.9% isopropyl alcohol. still 70g?
I would reduce the amount by at least half, and make up the rest with hot water.
What are the measurements for citric acid, water and alchol?
Hi Gail, I’m not sure which measurements you’re after – it’s in the recipe, 70g each of citric acid, water and alcohol. I always use grams to measure as it’s the most consistent. Happy making – great recipe this one!
Hi, can i just use alcohol instead of vodka
I can’t see why not – what do you have? I’ve only ever used vodka which is about 40% alcohol.
I only have 70% alcohol on hand! Now I didn’t know when if it would be too strong
I would dilute it further, so use around half the amount of alcohol required in this recipe.
I use isopropyl alcohol and it works fine. The ascorbic acid seems to dissolve in hot water and doesn’t seem to need boiling water but maybe my Vit C power is different. I use food grade powder, which may dissolve more easily. This is a great recipe for rince aid and I’ve been using it now for a couple of months and we have very hard water but no mineral deposits on the dishes. Thanks!