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Hurricane Tip 2

Flavored Syrup

We keep several bottles of flavored syrups in our cabinet.  Without power you will be limited in drinking options. A couple of shots of syrup and your bland instant coffee suddenly becomes a gourmet drink. 
Tired of drinking bottled water? Add some to your water bottle for flavored water.

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