"David Auker" writes:
Thanks, John! I'm not experienced w/methylated spirits, or where to get it,
but if I don't succeed with my hot pepper/rubbing alcohol spray (either
killing the aphids OR myself), I'll go shopping!

Methylated spirits is denatured alcohol, i.e., about 98% ethyl alcohol
Sounds like your rubbing alcohol might have similar effect on the bugs.

At a pinch you could always try substituting cheap vodka, I suppose. :-)
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