Whiskey Baths?

[petes03]

Just wondering what y'all's take is on the subject. I usually take mine apart every 10 to 15 smokes, run a bristled PC through the stem, shank, then double over and lightly go round the bowl. I then do the same with a clean fluffy one dipped in some high octane bourbon. I recently bought som high proof rum and tequila to try and was wondering wether I should or not. The bourbon has served me pretty well and I'm not sure wether I should switch or not.
Edit: Corrected capitalization in title per Rule #9, L.

Number Nine, Number Nine, Number Nine

 

[kashmir]

I use Ever Clear grain alcohol myself, but those sound good too.

 

[andrew]

I just use 90% iso because whisky is for drinking in my house.

 

[petes03]

Never thought to use the rubbing kind. And I know it's almost sacrilege to use good spirits for such a purpose , but it does add a certain sweetness which I really do like. And of course; a little for the pipe, a little for me! Can't let the pipes have all the fun !

 

[petes03]

My bourbon is 103 proof, my rum is 97, and if I remember correctly my tequila is around 90.

 

[petes03]

I forgot to also say that I let them sit for at least 48 hours after this treatment before smoking.

 

[pstlpkr]

I like to use Ezra Brooks. 80 proof.

It serves me well, and imparts a marvelous flavor to the tobacco for a couple-three bowls.

 

[foggymountain]

I thought you were going to recommend that we bathe ourselves in Bourbon or Scotch. I almost never have to clean the pipes in that way. partly because there are a lot of pipes, and partly because I am a fanatic about keeping the pipe dry during the smoke.

 

[mlyvers]

I like everclear, however I do not object to whiskey. 190 proof just works well for me.

 

[cigrmaster]

I have always used Everclear with good results. I would never use rubbing alcohol as the smell makes me ill.