Not sure if the bars and restaurants still do it, but Gin always seems to keep the no see ums away.

There has been many a night at Rhumb Lines, Beach Bar, etc... that the bartender would give you a shot of gin for the bugs. Rub down your legs and ankles and no bites.

For me it works better than any spray.


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