There are three organically produced rums on the market today. Currently, they are only available through dealers in the U.K. However, some specialty retailers in the U.S. are starting to offer these rums too. Papagayo Organic Rum comes from … [Continue Reading]
Efficient Native Flavor: Sassafras
March 13, 2006 by 3 Comments
Authentic root beer owes it distinctive flavor to Sassafras, a tree native to the eastern U.S. The root or root bark of sassafras can also used to make tea. The leaves are used for thickening sauces and soups, and when dried and ground are known as … [Continue Reading]
Multi-Fuel Lantern: Britelyt
March 13, 2006 by 9 Comments
This Britelyt lantern is a versatile lantern, which is able to burn no less than seven types of fuel, including biodiesel. The approved fuel types are: kerosene, biodiesel, diesel, gasoline, mineral spirits, charcoal lighter fluid and lamp oils. It's … [Continue Reading]
Tankless Water Heater Uses Microwaves: Vulcanus Mark 4
March 11, 2006 by 9 Comments
A Canadian company, Pulsar Advanced Technologies, claims to have produced a water heater that uses microwave technology to heat water instantaneously. The company says: "The Vulcanus MK4 can heat water from 35 degrees Fahrenheit to 140 degrees … [Continue Reading]
Very Efficient: Organic Virgin Coconut Oil
March 9, 2006 by 3 Comments
Virgin coconut oil is one of the healthiest foods out there, and it's also a great cooking oil. A company based in the Philippines called Tropical Traditions produces an organic virgin coconut oil. It can be purchased online from Tropical Traditions … [Continue Reading]
Corelle: Durable and Inexpensive
March 8, 2006 by 1 Comment
Corelle dinnerware is efficient because it is highly durable — it doesn't break, and the designs on the plates cannot be scratched by knives. Corelle is actually made out of glass, but it is created like a sandwich with a glass core that's … [Continue Reading]
Efficient Native Flour: Mesquite
March 7, 2006 by Leave a Comment
Not many people know that the pods from the mesquite tree can be ground into a flour. It's a traditional Native American food — the flour has a distinct warm and spicy flavor. The mesquite tree grows in the desert regions throughout the world, … [Continue Reading]
Heirloom Beans: Efficient Flavor
March 6, 2006 by Leave a Comment
Heirloom beans! These are special bean varieties that have been passed down by generations of growers. The beans have their own distinct flavors and heritages. For example, here's a description of the "Tongues of Fire" bean: A cranberry-type, … [Continue Reading]
Raw Cacao Butter: An Efficient Dessert & Skin Moisturizer
March 3, 2006 by 8 Comments
Raw cacao butter -- this is the pure oil of the cacao bean, extracted using a cold-press technique — the temperature stays around 104 degrees Fahrenheit, instead of 300 degrees which is the norm. The oil is edible and possesses a rich, delicate … [Continue Reading]
Non-Toxic Caulk Substitutes
March 3, 2006 by 3 Comments
We've tracked down a more efficient caulking compound — one that does not contain toxic VOCs (volatile organic compounds) such as toluene and hexane. These are present in conventional caulk because they are cheap to produce. One company, … [Continue Reading]
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