Vodka removes grease, stains, and streaks from some unlikely places.

Not just for cocktails anymore, vodka is a versatile, potent potable with cleaning powers aplenty.

Thecitric acidfrom the peels will be extracted by the vodka to create apowerful citrus-scented cleaner.

Natural Cleaning Recipes

Or, even easier, just fill a spray bottle with vodka to use for quick cleanups.

Maker says the spray can also be effective to keep just-used towels smelling fresh as they dry.

Wipe away the vodka with a microfiber cloth to remove streaks and smudges.

Maker recommends easing the removal process by dabbing straight vodka onto stickers with a cotton ball or clean rag.

Let the vodka sit for a few seconds, then gently remove the label with your fingernail.

It should slide right off.

Underarm odors.Mix a cocktail that neutralizes sweaty underarm scents from shirts, blouses, and dry-clean-only tops.

If the odor remains, she uses a stronger three-to-one water and vodka blend to retreat the areas.

First, though, test the solution on an interior seam or hem before applying.

Let dry-clean-only garments hang dry before returning them to closets or drawers.

Germy places.Vodka is rich in disinfecting qualities.

When mixed with three to four parts water, it becomes an easy-to-apply antibacterial agent.

Apply the vodka or vodka solution to surfaces with a spray bottle or with a vodka-moistened rag or sponge.

While you’re at it, disinfect by wiping down both the tops and undersides of toilet seats.

Place your towels in the washer and let them soak for an hour or two before washing as usual.

Smelly clothing.Cigarette and campfire smoke and cooking endeavors produce odors that permeate clothing.

Simply hang smelly garments, spritz them with straight vodka, and let them dry.

Odors will be neutralized, and you’ll save yourself a trip to the dry cleaner.

Rinse the area with clean water and repeat the process until the stain has disappeared.

Let the area dry.

Speaking of pests … spray vodka along incoming ant trails tokeep ants outof the house.

Soak very dirty jewelry pieces in vodka to loosen debris before cleaning them with a toothbrush.