7. It abstracts the superfluous Phlegm from Wine, Beer, Vinegar, and
spirit of Wine, so as they become the stronger.
8. It separates the Phlegm from subtile Mineral-spirits, whence they
are made volatile and more powerful.
9. It takes away from Wine, Beer, Vinegar, and spirit of Wine, its
ungrateful taste or odour, and unto them also gives greater clearness.
10. Also it corrects the unsavory smell of Vessels, so as we may
commodiously use them.
11. It preserves for a long time all Fruits, as Cherries, Apples,
Pears, Grapes, Garlick, yea, Hens-Eggs, and whatsoever may be changed
by the air, and otherwise would be corrupted.