Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Water
  • 1/4 cup White Vinegar
  • 15 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
  • 10 drops Lemon Essential Oil
  • 10 drops Orange Essential Oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)

Instructions:

  1. (Optional, Cayenne Infusion): Combine water and cayenne pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low heat, then remove and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and cool.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In the spray bottle, combine the water (or cayenne-infused water), white vinegar, peppermint essential oil, lemon essential oil, and orange essential oil.
  3. Shake Well: Secure the spray bottle lid and shake vigorously to ensure all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  4. Spray Target Areas: Spray liberally in areas where mice are suspected or have been seen, such as along baseboards, under sinks, in pantries, and around entry points.
  5. Repeat Regularly: Reapply the spray every few days, or as needed, to maintain its effectiveness.