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Types of alcohol

Types of Alcohol

Types of alcohol from around the world. Learn remarkable facts about the different types of alcohol , their contents and how to prepare them.
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SojuSoju
18 Feb.
Soju is made from rice but some current manufacturers add sweet potatoes or grain (wheat, barley) to the recipe. Soju is transparent and colorless.
CampariCampari
08 Sept.
Campari is a world famous bitter Italian liqueur, whose story begins way back in 1860. Campari is prepared by mixing aromatic plants and bitter herbs, fruits, water and alcohol.
AkvavitAkvavit
30 June
Akvavit is a high alcohol Scandinavian beverage, containing about 40 percent ABV. Its name comes from the Latin aqua vitae - water of life. Akvavit is not that popular a drink worldwide but despite this does have a rich history.
WhiskeyWhiskey
29 June
Whiskey is a popular alcoholic drink. Usually it is made from rye or wheat. At times whiskey can be made from barley as well. The most popular type worldwide is blended whiskey.
SakeSake
14 May
Sake, the traditional Japanese alcoholic drink, is made from fermented rice. The alcoholic content of sake varies from 14-20 percent. Sake possesses a sweet and rich taste, reminding of flowers and fruits.
ArmagnacArmagnac
13 May
Armagnac is a spirit often compared to brandy and cognac. Armagnac is produced only in the southwestern regions of France and is considered to be the first distilled local drink.
AmarulaAmarula
22 Apr.
Amarula is a popular South African cream liqueur made from the fruits of the marula tree, also known as the Elephant tree. Amarula's unique taste allows it to be used in recipes for creams, puddings, ice creams, mousses.
RakiaRakia
07 Apr.
Rakia is an alcoholic drink, widespread among the Balkan countries predominantly. Rakia is obtained after fermented fruits go through the process of distillation (boiling).
VodkaVodka
03 Apr.
Vodka is among the emblematic alcoholic drinks that appeal to both men and women. Vodka is made on the basis of water and ethanol.
VermouthVermouth
03 Apr.
Vermouth is an aromatized wine, drunk neat or combined in cocktails with other alcoholic drinks. To aromatize vermouth, seeds, roots and flowers of different herbs are used, as well as fruits.
GinGin
01 Apr.
Gin is a high alcohol drink, which alcoholic drink aficionados know due to its presence in a wide range of cocktails that are popular worldwide. Real gin is made from the fruits of the juniper plant, as well as other fruits.
TequilaTequila
31 Mar.
Tequila is a popular spirit originating from Mexico. Tequila is obtained through the fermentation of the juice of a plant known as blue agave.
RumRum
31 Mar.
Rum is a distilled alcoholic drink, a favorite for a whole lot of people around the world. Rum is made from sugar cane, as well as from sugar cane syrup.