I agree Wombat. Doesn't make much sense to keep it under wraps anyway. MH is a little secretive at times too but mostly about his preparation methods. But I think thats fair for a proprietorship.
I guess we all operate how we choose, but I don't understand not disclosing ingredients. It's not going to suddenly compel people to start making their own tonics. That forum seems a bit odd to me. And poor MiaSpeedy, I truly think she's misunderstood. It happens quite easily in this medium.
The ringer. Sounds so dramatic. I highly doubt you guys ever truly felt threatened by her did you? You have the most popular forum going. Its derailed by no one.