Some Okanagan micro-distilleries are stepping in to help combat hand-sanitizer shortages by using alcohol waste product from the distillation process to create a disinfectant.
At Legend Distilling in Naramata, the owners are filling 300 250ml spray bottles to distribute to anyone who needs one — free. “I’ve got a big tank full of this stuff and I’ve been wondering what to do with it,” said owner Doug Lennie. “When we heard that there was a shortage of sanitizer, that’s essentially what this is — just high proof alcohol.
We cut it down so it is not flammable, and it was just a way to get rid of product and help the needs of the community.” Lennie has closed the business’ restaurant and tasting bar to protect his staff from the spread of