In an ink-jet recording method employing ink that includes an aliphatic or an alicyclic monohydric alcohol having a vapor pressure of 4 mmHg or less at 20 to 25.degree. C., in which ink droplets are discharged by applying thermal energy onto the ink, and the amount of ink discharged, corresponding to...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6322209?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6322209 - Ink, ink jet recording method and apparatus using same ink