Alcoholic drink with a strength of 25 to 51 vol. used as an aperitif before meals. Anise tincture is made by infusing anise seeds with vodka. During the aging process, anise releases its essential oils into the drink. This drink appeared on the modern territory of Russia and Europe in the 16-17 centuries. along with caravans of spices from Far East. Thanks to its unique aroma, it was used in baking and, of course, in the production of vodka.

Arak

English arak or araq
A alcoholic drink, strength from 30 to 60 vol. widespread in the East, Central Asia, Europe, India, the islands of Sri Lanka and Java. The prerequisite for the creation of arak was the need for beneficial use of grape products. Nowadays, depending on the region, arak is made from rice, grapes, figs, dates, molasses, plums and other fruits.

Armagnac

fr. aygue ardente- water of life
Alcoholic drink with a strength of 55-65 vol. in taste and appearance it is very close to cognac. It is produced in the southeastern part of France in the province of Gascony. By origin, Armagnac is almost 100 years older than cognac. It was first mentioned in the 15th century. The production of Armagnac is very similar to the production technology of Cognac. The only differences are in the distillation process.

Balm

Greek balsamon - remedy
Alcoholic drink with a strength of 40-45 vol. (some up to 65 vol.), infused with medicinal herbs, is used exclusively for medicinal and preventive purposes. Traditionally, the balsam has a brown color due to a variety of herbs, roots and fruits.

Benedictine

fr. Benedictine- blessed
And an alcoholic drink based on a collection of about 27 types of herbs, honey and locally produced cognac, with a strength of 40-45 vol., belonging to the class of liqueurs. This drink first appeared in 1510 in France at the monastery of St. Benedict in the Abbey of Fecamp. The created drink included about 75 types of herbs. However, the original recipe for Benedictine has been lost. The drink was revived with some improvements in 1863.

Brandy

It’s difficult to put into words “ brandy» a specific drink, rather it is a method of its production. We can say that brandy is concentrated wine. Initially, it was supposed to be diluted with water before drinking, but the drink turned out to be so good that over time it became an independent product of wine distillation.

Bourbon

English Bourbon
The original American alcoholic drink is one of the... types of whiskey, but is made from corn. The strength of the drink is 40-45 vol., but most often the drink has 43 vol. This drink first appeared in the late 18th – early 19th centuries. in the small town of Paris, Kentucky. The drink was named after the region of the same name in the Bourbon state, in which the founding city is located. During the Civil War, bourbon was issued to soldiers as an antiseptic for washing wounds.

Vermouth

German wermout- wormwood
An alcoholic drink flavored with herbs, spices and medicinal herbs with a strength of 15 to 20 vol. Belongs to the class of fortified wines. The recipe for making vermouth was first mentioned in sources of the 10th-9th centuries. BC in the works of Hippocrates. The first mass production began in 1786 in Turin by winemaker Antonio Benedett Capran. At that time, exclusively white wines were used as the basis of the drink, but now any wine is used.

Wine

lat. Vinum
An alcoholic drink created through the natural fermentation of grapes or any other fruit juice. The strength of the wine after fermentation is 9-16 vol. When making fortified wines, high strength is achieved by diluting the wine with alcohol to the desired percentage. Wine is the most ancient drink. There are many legends of the first appearance of the drink, which are reflected in the epics of Ancient Greek, Ancient Roman and Persian mythology.

Whiskey

Celt. uisge baugh– water of life
A strong alcoholic drink (40-60 vol) obtained from the distillation of malt grains of wheat, barley and rye. It is not possible to determine exactly where the drink originated. The dispute is between two countries - Ireland and Scotland. However, the first mentions were preserved in Scottish documents from 1494. These are records of the monks who first produced the drink. From the moment of its appearance until the 17th century. Whiskey was produced on a national scale by virtually every farmer, jeopardizing the production of sufficient bread for the population.

Cherry liqueur

eng. cherry liqueur
An alcoholic drink infused with cherry fruits and leaves based on grape brandy with added sugar. The strength of the drink is 25-30 vol. Cherry liqueur was invented in England by Thomas Grant from the town of Kent. The liqueur was made from one variety of black cherries - morel. However, now almost all varieties are used. In addition to England, cherry liqueurs are also produced in Germany, France and Switzerland.

Still water

Liquid, odorless and tasteless in small volumes, colorless when normal conditions external environment. Contains dissolved mineral salts and various chemical elements. Has a vital function in development and life human body. Still water acts as a universal solvent, thanks to which all biochemical processes occur.

Carbonated water

This is natural mineral or drinking non-carbonated water enriched with carbon dioxide (CO2), flavored and sweetened to increase its shelf life. Due to carbon, carbonated water is purified from possible microbes. Filling water with carbon dioxide is carried out using special industrial equipment. There are three types of sparkling water based on the level of carbon dioxide saturation.

Vodka

An alcoholic drink that is colorless and has a characteristic alcoholic odor. This is the most common drink in the world. In most countries, vodka is used as a neutral alcohol to create cocktails; in Slavic countries and post-Soviet countries it is consumed as an independent drink. Fortress in different countries ah can vary from 32 to 56 vol., it all depends on the state documents regulating the production of vodka.

Mulled wine

German glühender Wein– hot, flaming wine
This is a very tasty alcoholic hot drink, the basis of which is red wine heated to 70-80°C with sugar and spices. It is traditionally consumed in Switzerland, Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic during mass Christmas celebrations.

Gogol-mogol

English hoog-mug– mishmash
A soft drink based on raw chicken eggs and sugar. Belongs to the dessert class. There are several legends from different countries where eggnog originated. So in Germany, the creation of eggnog is attributed to confectioner Manfred Kekenbauer. In Poland - to the singer of the choir at the synagogue in the city of Mogelev, Gogel, who, having lost his voice, took the advice to drink a scrambled raw egg. Subsequently, various ingredients were added to the main components, creating more and more new variations of the drink.

Grappa

Italian Grappa– grape pomace
An alcoholic drink produced by distilling grape pomace. It belongs to the class of brandy and has a strength of 40-50 vol. In accordance with the international decree of 1997, only those drinks that are produced on Italian territory and from Italian raw materials can be called grappa. This decree also strictly regulates the quality of the drink and the standards for its production.

Grog

English grog
An alcoholic drink based on rum or cognac, diluted with hot water with the addition of sugar, lime or lemon juice, as well as spices: cinnamon, vanillin, coriander, nutmeg and others. Grog is true sea ​​drink. It was first used in the 18th century. after the order of Admiral Edward Vernon to dilute the rum with water due to the excessive passion for it by sailors.

Gin

A English alcoholic drink originally from the Netherlands. Gin production began in the mid-17th century. in the Netherlands, and after the “Glorious Revolution” it spread to England. Over time, the process of making gin has remained virtually unchanged. Its main component is wheat alcohol, which, through the process of vertical distillation and the addition of juniper berries, acquires its unique dry taste.

Julep

Arab. julab- pink water
A chilled cocktail whose main ingredient is fresh mint. When preparing it use following components: alcoholic drinks, syrups, canteen mineral water, fresh fruits and berries. Initially, julep, like water with sugar, was used to dilute bitter medicines, mixtures and tinctures in it.

Calvados

fr. Calvados
An alcoholic drink based on pear or apple cider, produced in the French province of Basse-Normandie. The drink belongs to the brandy class and has a strength of 40-50 vol. Only drinks produced in the French departments of Calvados (74% of total Calvados production), Orne, Manche, Er, Sarthe and Mayenne can be called Calvados.

Cocoa

lat. theobroma cacao- food of the gods
A tonic and aromatic non-alcoholic drink based on milk or water, cocoa powder and sugar. The ancient Aztec tribes began to use cocoa powder for the first time (about 3000 years ago). Only men and shamans enjoyed the privilege of drinking this drink. Ripe cocoa beans were ground into powder and diluted cold water, hot pepper, vanilla and other spices were also added there.

Cachasa

port. cachaca
An alcoholic drink made by distilling sugar cane. The strength of the drink can vary from 38 to 54 vol. Cachaça is the national drink of Brazil, and its production is strictly regulated by law. The word cachaca is a common noun of the commercial name of the drink in Brazil. Thus, in the state of Rio Grandido, cachaca is included in the food basket of citizens.

Kvass

A low-alcohol drink produced by incomplete fermentation of lactic or sourdough bread. The strength of the drink does not exceed 2.6 vol. Kvass is traditionally made by Slavic peoples. According to the international classification, kvass belongs to the category of beer; in Russia and Ukraine it is also considered an independent drink.

Kefir

from tour kef- health
A nutritious drink obtained from milk by fermentation of lactic acid bacteria: rods, streptococci, yeast, acetic bacteria and about 16 other species. Their number must be at least 107 per liter. The drink has White color, uniform texture, sour milk smell and a small proportion of carbon dioxide. Kefir is most widespread among residents of Slavic countries and the Middle East.

Kissel

Sweet dessert drink having a jelly-like structure. It is prepared on the basis of fruit and berry compotes, uzvar, juices, syrups, milk, jam diluted in water with the addition of corn or potato starch, as well as grain starter. The jelly contains sugar as a sweetener.

Cobbler

English cobbler- tavern owner, brewer
A cocktail dessert drink consisting of a variety of fruits, syrups, juices, alcoholic beverages and crushed ice. Cobbler was first prepared in America in 1809. It was made by a tavern owner as a sign of reconciliation after a quarrel with his wife, which made her completely delighted, and the whole world received a new drink.

Cocktail

English cock's tail– rooster tail
A drink obtained by mixing (mixing) various alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The volume of one serving of cocktail does not exceed 150 ml. Also, the cocktail recipe clearly states proportions of components, violation of which can irreparably spoil the drink or lead to the creation of a new type.

Cola

lat. cola
A tonic sweet carbonated drink that contains caffeine. The drink got its name from kola nuts, which were used in the original recipe as a source of caffeine. The drink was first produced by the American chemist John Stith Pemberton in 1886 as a medicinal syrup. The drink was sold in 200 ml portions. in pharmacies as a remedy for “nervous disorders”. After some time, the drink began to be carbonated and sold in vending machines.

Compote

fr. compote- make up, mix
A dessert non-alcoholic drink made from one type or a mixture of fruits and berries based on water and sugar. Compote is prepared from fresh, frozen or dried ingredients. This drink is very popular chilled in the summer, and in cold weather compotes go well warm as a source of vitamins. Compotes are also prepared for the winter for future use.

Cognac

fr. cognac
An alcoholic drink produced in the city of the same name, Cognac (France). It is produced from a special type of grape using special technology. Cognac is made from white grape varieties. The main share of them is the variety uni blanc. Full ripening of the grapes occurs in mid-October, so the process of creating such a noble drink begins in late autumn.

Coffee

Arab. qahwa- stimulating drink
A tonic non-alcoholic drink made from fried coffee beans. Coffee is a heat-loving plant, so it is grown on high mountain plantations. Two varieties are used to produce coffee coffee tree: Arabica and Robusta. In terms of consumer properties, Arabica is less strong, but more aromatic, Robusta is the opposite. Therefore, a mixture of these two varieties in different proportions is often sold. The history of coffee is shrouded in a huge number of legends.

Kruschon

fr. cruchon- jug
Refreshing cold drink, usually alcoholic, consisting of fresh and canned fruit and berries and wine mixtures. To enrich the drink with carbon dioxide bubbles, champagne or sparkling mineral water is usually added to the cup. Due to the slight similarity in the preparation scheme, the cruchon can be said to be “the brother of punch” and “a distant relative of the cocktail.” Before serving, the drink must be cooled to a temperature of 8-10°C and added a small amount of ice.

Kumis

Turks. ҡымыҙ- fermented mare's milk
Alcoholic drink based on mare's milk, obtained by fermentation under the influence of acidophilus and Bulgarian stick and yeast. The drink is pleasant sweet and sour taste, white color with a little foam on the surface. Kumis, made from various types of starters, may contain different amounts of alcohol. Its content can vary from 0.2 to 2.5 vol. and sometimes reach 4.5 vol.

Liquor

lat. leagueface– dissolve
C sweet alcoholic drink infused with fruits, berries and herbs and spices. Its strength ranges from 16 to 50 vol. The date of creation of the drink is unknown, but it is believed that the first prototype of modern liqueurs was the Elixir of Benedictine, created in the 16th century. monk Bernardo Vinzelli in the city of Fécamp. Many monks and distillers tried to repeat or improve this liqueur. As a result, new, no less tasty, types were obtained.

Lemonade

fr. lemonade– limonized
A refreshing non-alcoholic drink made from lemon juice, sugar and water. It has a light yellow color, lemon aroma and a refreshing taste. First appeared in France in the 17th century. during the reign of Louis I. According to legend, the appearance of the drink is associated with an almost fatal mistake by the court cupbearer. He inadvertently scooped the monarch into a glass instead of wine lemon juice In order to somehow correct this rash act, he added water and sugar to the glass.

Mead

An alcoholic drink with a strength of 5-16 vol., made from honey. The percentage of sugar ranges from 8 to 10%. The most ancient archaeological excavations in Russia, dating back to the 7th-6th centuries. BC, they find evidence of the production of a honey-based drink by local peoples. Therefore, mead is one of the most ancient alcoholic drinks in Rus'.

Martini

Italian Martini
alcoholic drink, strength 16-18 vol. infused with herbs. The herbal collection usually includes more than 35 plants, including: yarrow, mint, St. John's wort, chamomile, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, wormwood, immortelle and others. In addition to leaves and stems, flowers and seeds rich in essential oils are also used. The drink belongs to the class of vermouths.

Milk

A fluid produced by the mammary glands of humans and mammals. It contains a large amount useful substances necessary for the growth and development of the body. Milk contains fats, proteins, vitamins and microelements. The color of milk can vary from white to yellow-blue. It depends on its fat content. Due to the lactose content, it has a light sweetish taste. Milk contains more than 100 useful components, of which about 20 balanced and fatty amino acids, lactose, minerals.

Morse

Art. rus. mursa– water with honey
A soft drink, mostly non-alcoholic cases, based fruit and berry juice, water and sugar or honey. Also, for piquancy and additional aroma, you can add citrus fruit zest, spices (cinnamon, cloves, coriander) and tinctures to the fruit drink. healing herbs(St. John's wort, sage, mint, lemon balm and others).

Punch

Hindi punch- five
This is a whole group of hot, burning or chilled alcoholic cocktails containing fresh or canned fruits and juice. Among the alcoholic drinks used in the preparation of punch are rum, wine, grappa, brandy, arrack, claret, alcohol and vodka. Traditionally, the drink is prepared in large containers (punch bowls) and served at receptions and parties. The strength of the drink varies from 15 to 20 vol. and sugar content - from 30 to 40%. Most famous recipes punches are Caribbean Rum Punch, Barbados Punch and Plantation Punch.

Beer

An alcoholic drink prepared by fermenting malt wort with yeast and hops. Barley is most often used as malted grains. Depending on the type of beer, the strength of the drink can vary from 3 to 14 vol. Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage and ranks third in the world in the overall list of drinks after water and tea. There are more than 1000 different types of beer. They differ in color, taste, alcohol content, the raw ingredients used and cooking traditions in different countries.

Pisco

from Indian dialect pisco- flying bird
An alcoholic drink made from muscat grape varieties. Pisco belongs to the brandy class and is the national Peruvian and Chilean drink. The strength of the drink is 35-50 vol.

Rum

English rum
An alcoholic beverage produced by the fermentation and distillation of cane molasses and syrup resulting from the manufacture cane sugar. At the exit, the drink has a transparent color, and after aging in wooden barrels it acquires an amber color. The strength of the drink, depending on the variety, can vary from 40 to 75 vol.

Sake

The national low-alcohol drink of the Japanese, produced by fermenting rice. The taste of sake can have notes of sherry, apples, grapes, bananas, spices, and herbs. The color of the drink is usually transparent, but color changes towards amber, yellow, green and lemon shades are allowed. The strength of the drink varies from 14.5 to 20 vol.

Moonshine

An alcoholic drink that is produced on homemade equipment from mash of alcohol-containing products. The raw materials used for production are sugar, potatoes, grain, berries, fruits, sugar beets and others. The choice of raw materials depends on the location and financial availability. The quality of the drink largely depends on the quality of the raw materials. The strength of the drink can range from 30-40 vol. and higher. In most countries, the production and sale of moonshine is punishable by law.

Back in ancient times, people learned to produce a wide variety of alcoholic drinks. The list of titles includes great amount types and varieties. They differ mainly in the raw materials from which they were prepared.

List of low-alcohol alcoholic drinks

. Beer- a low-alcohol drink, obtained by fermenting hops, malt wort and brewer's yeast. The alcohol content in it is 3-12%

. Champagne- sparkling wine produced by secondary fermentation. Contains 9-20% alcohol.

. Wine- an alcoholic drink produced by fermentation of yeast and grape juice different varieties, the names of which are usually present in the name. Alcohol content - 9-20%.

. Vermouth- fortified wine, flavored with spicy and medicinal plants, the main component is wormwood. Fortified wines contain 16-18% alcohol.

. sake- Japanese traditional alcoholic drink. Obtained by fermentation of rice, rice malt and water. The strength of this drink is 14.5-20% vol.

Spirits

. Tequila. Traditional Mexican product obtained from the juice extracted from the core of the blue agave. “Silver” and “Golden” tequila are particularly common alcoholic drinks. The list can be continued with names such as “Sauza”, “Jose Cuervo” or “Sierra”. The best taste qualities A drink aged for 4-5 years is considered. Alcohol content 38-40%.

. Sambuca. A strong Italian liqueur based on alcohol and essential oil obtained from anise. The most in demand are white, black and red sambuca. Strength - 38-42%.

. Liqueurs. Strong sweet alcoholic drinks. The list can be divided into 2 categories: cream liqueurs (20-35%), dessert (25-30%) and strong (35-45%).

. Cognac. A strong alcoholic drink based on cognac alcohol obtained by distilling wine. Distillation takes place in special copper stills, the product is subject to subsequent aging in oak barrels at least two years. After diluting the alcohol with distilled water, it acquires a strength of 42-45%.

. Vodka. Refers to strong drinks with an alcohol content of 35-50%. It is a mixture of water and alcohol, which is made from natural products by fermentation followed by distillation. The most popular drinks: vodka “Absolut”, “Wheat”, “Stolichnaya”.

. Brandy. An alcoholic drink made from fermented grape juice by distillation. The alcohol content in it is 30-50%.

. Gin. Strong alcoholic drink with unique taste, obtained by distilling wheat alcohol and juniper. To enhance the taste it may contain natural supplements: lemon or orange zest, anise, cinnamon, coriander. The strength of gin is 37.5-50%.

. Whiskey. A strong drink that is made by fermentation, distillation and aging of grains (barley, corn, wheat, etc.). Aged in oak barrels. Contains alcohol in an amount of 40-50%.

. Rum. One of the strongest alcoholic drinks. It is made on the basis of alcohol aged in barrels for at least 5 years, due to which it acquires a brown color and burning taste. Rum strength varies from 40 to 70%.

. Absinthe. A very strong drink with an alcohol content of 70 to 85%. It is based on alcohol, wormwood extract and a set of herbs such as anise, mint, licorice, calamus and some others.

Here are the main alcoholic drinks. This list is not final; it can be continued with other names. However, they will all be derivatives of the main composition.

Types of alcoholic drinks

All drinks in different quantities containing the substance ethanol, also known as alcohol, are called alcoholic beverages. They are mainly divided into three classes:

3. Strong alcoholic drinks.

Bread kvass. Depending on the manufacturing method, it may contain from 0.5 to 1.5% alcohol. It is prepared on the basis of malt (barley or rye), flour, sugar, water, and has a refreshing taste and bready aroma.

Actually beer. It is made from almost the same components as kvass, but with the addition of hops and yeast. Regular beer contains 3.7-4.5% alcohol, but there is also strong beer, where this percentage rises to 7-9 units.

Kumis, ayran, bilk. Drinks based on fermented milk. May contain up to 4.5% alcohol.

Energy alcoholic drinks. They contain tonic substances: caffeine, guarana extract, cocoa alkaloids, etc. The alcohol content in them ranges from 7-8%.

Second category

Natural grape wines. Depending on the sugar content and the type of main raw material, they are divided into dry, semi-dry, sweet and semi-sweet, as well as white and red. The names of the wines also depend on the grape varieties used: Riesling, Rkatsiteli, Isabella and others.

Natural fruit and berry wines. They can be made from various berries and fruits and are also classified according to sugar content and color.

Special varieties

These include Madeira, vermouth, port, sherry, Cahors, Tokay and others. These wines are made using specific methods and in a specific winemaking region. In Hungary, when making Tokaj, they use a “noble” mold, which allows the berries to dry directly on the vine. In Portugal, Madeira is aged in special solariums under open sun, in Spain, sherry matures under a film of yeast.

Table, dessert and fortified wines. The first are prepared using natural fermentation technology, the second are very sweet and flavored, and the third are fortified with alcohol to the desired degree. In color they can all be red, pink and white.

Champagne and other sparkling wines. Of these, French is the most popular, but other countries have equally worthy drinks, for example, Portuguese spumante, Spanish cava or Italian Asti. Sparkling wine are distinguished by special appearance, delicate aroma, interesting taste. Their main difference from still wines- these are playful bubbles. The color of the drinks can be pink and white, but sometimes there are sparkling red wines. Based on sugar content, they are divided into dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet. The quality of a wine is determined by the number and size of the bubbles, how long they last and, of course, the taste sensation.

These types of alcoholic beverages have a strength of no more than 20% vol.

The third, most extensive category

Vodka. An alcoholic drink made from grains, containing 40% alcohol. Through continuous distillation, a new product was obtained at one time, called Absolut vodka, and its manufacturer, Lare Olsen Smith, was awarded the title of “King of Vodka.” Sometimes this drink is infused with herbs, citrus fruits or nuts. Made using Swedish technology from high-purity alcohol, vodka rightfully occupies one of the first places in the ranking of alcoholic drinks in this category. It is used to prepare various cocktails.

Tinctures bitter. They are obtained by infusing vodka or alcohol with aromatic spices, herbs or roots. The strength is 25-30 degrees, but can rise to 45 degrees, for example, “Pepper”, “Starka” or “Okhotnichya”.

Sweet drinks

Sweet tinctures. They are prepared on the basis of alcohol or vodka, mixing them with fruit drinks and sugar, the content of which can reach 25%, while the alcohol content usually does not exceed 20%. Although some drinks are stronger, for example, the “Excellent” tincture contains 40% alcohol.

Liqueurs. They differ in that they are made on the basis fresh berries or fruits without yeast, but with the addition of strong vodka and large quantity Sahara. These types of alcoholic drinks are very thick and sweet. The name of the liqueurs tells what they are made from: plum, dogwood, strawberry. Although there are strange names: “spotykach”, “casserole”. They contain 20% alcohol and 30-40% sugar.

Liqueurs. Thick, very sweet and strong drinks. They are made by mixing molasses or sugar syrup with alcohol infused with various herbs, spices, with the addition of essential oils and other aromatic substances. There are dessert liqueurs - with an alcohol content of up to 25%, strong - 45% and fruit and berry liqueurs, with an alcohol content of 50%. Any of these varieties requires aging from 3 months to 2 years. The name of the alcoholic beverages indicates what aromatic additives were used in the preparation of the product: “Vanilla”, “Coffee”, “Raspberry”, “Apricot” and so on.

Strong grape drinks

Cognacs. They are made on the basis of cognac spirits, and alcohols are obtained by fermentation of various grape varieties. One of the first places in the line is occupied by Armenian cognac. The most popular is “Ararat”; “Nairi”, “Armenia”, “Yubileiny” are no less famous. Among the French ones, the most popular are “Hennessy”, “Courvoisier”, “Martel”, “Hain”. All cognacs are divided into 3 categories. The first includes ordinary drinks aged for 3 years. The second consists of vintage cognacs, which have a minimum aging period of 6 years. The third includes long-lived drinks, called collection drinks. The shortest aging here is 9 years.

French, Azerbaijani, Russian, Armenian cognac is produced and sold by cognac houses that were founded centuries ago and still dominate the market.

Grappa. Italian vodka based grape marc, aged in oak or cherry barrels from 6 months to 10 years. The value of the drink depends on the aging period, grape variety and location of the vine. Grappa is related to Georgian chacha and South Slavic rakia.

Very strong alcoholic drinks

Absinthe- one of them. Its main component is wormwood extract. Essential oils This plant contains the substance thujone, which is the main component of the drink. The more thujone, the better the absinthe. The price directly depends on the percentage of this substance and on the originality of the drink. Along with wormwood, absinthe includes anise, mint, angelica, licorice and other herbs. Whole wormwood leaves are sometimes placed at the bottom of bottles to confirm the naturalness of the product. Absinthe can contain from 10 to 100% thujone. By the way, the drink is available in two varieties - silver and gold. So, “golden” absinthe, the price of which is always quite high (from 2 to 15 thousand rubles per liter), is prohibited in Europe precisely because of the large amount of the substance mentioned above in it, reaching 100%. The usual color of the drink is emerald green, but it can be yellow, red, brown and even transparent.

Rum. It is prepared by fermentation from residual sugar cane products - syrup and molasses. The quantity and quality of the product depends on the variety and type of raw materials. The following types of rum are distinguished by color: Cuban “Havana”, “Varadero” (light or silver); gold or amber; Jamaican "Captain Morgan" (dark or black); Martinican (made only from cane juice). The strength of rum is 40-75 g.

Strong fruit juice drinks

Calvados. One of the varieties of brandy. To prepare the product, 50 varieties of apples are used, and a pear blend is added for uniqueness. Then the fruit juice is fermented and clarified by double distillation and brought to 70 degrees. Aged in oak or chestnut barrels for 2 to 10 years. Then softened water reduces the strength to 40 o.

Gin, balsam, aquavit, armagnac. They are also included in the third category, because they all contain alcohol. All these are strong alcoholic drinks. Their prices depend on the quality of the alcohol (“Lux”, “Extra”), the strength and age of the drink, the brand and the components. Many contain extracts of aromatic herbs and roots.

Homemade drinks

Homemade moonshine is also a prominent representative of strong alcoholic drinks. Craftsmen make it from different products: it can be berries, apples, apricots or other fruits, wheat, potatoes, rice, any jam. Sugar and yeast must be added to them. All this is fermented. Then, through distillation, a strong drink with an alcohol content of up to 75% is obtained. For greater purity of the product, double distillation can be done. Homemade moonshine is purified from fusel oils and other impurities by filtration, then (optional) it is either infused with various herbs, nuts, spices, or diluted with fruit drinks, essences, and juices. At proper preparation This drink is not inferior in taste to various vodkas and tinctures.

Finally, I would like to remind you of two simple rules, following which, you will be able to maintain health and not get bored in fun company: do not abuse alcohol and do not waste money on low-quality drinks. And then everything will be fine.

Wine with a huge spider or a snake in cognac. Are you ready to drink this?! So, we present to your attention the rating of the most unusual and strongest alcoholic drinks in the world

In almost every country, in every culture, there is some kind of traditional drink that is made from those ingredients that can be found among the local nature, and some of these drinks are very unusual.

Honey , as a basis for good beer or very strong wine. The origin of honey goes back to ancient times, as does the origin of strong alcoholic drinks containing this sweet product. This drink is very popular in European, African and Asian cultures.

Moutai, commonly called the national liquor of China, was created in China more than 800 years ago.

Chicha, a drink derived from corn in several South American countries, is one of the oldest drinks on the planet. Chicha was probably created several thousand years ago and consumed by the Incas, but today traditional chicha is produced only in a few small towns and villages in Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Costa Rica.

Another vintage drink - pulque, a traditional Mexican alcoholic drink made from Magi juice and agave. This drink has a very old history. Here, for example, is a figurine from the Aztec period, where a monkey is holding a bottle of pulque:

Popular drink in Central Asia, kumiss – it's traditional fermented milk drink nomads, made from mare's milk . This is a low-alcohol drink containing only 2.5 % alcohol.

If an alcoholic drink with horse milk is not to your taste, then what about vodka? Vodka Bakon, produced by Seattle-based Black Rock Spirits, which is flavored with bacon (pictured left). Or how about vodka with chili pepper (pictured on the right)?

Kosher vodka with the original name “Aunt Sonya” comes from Russia.

Mezcal. This drink is from Mexico. Just like vodka with bacon, this liqueur is based on meat. Worms are actually moth larvae that live on agave fruit. No one knows where the tradition of adding worms to liquor came from, but perhaps this serves as evidence that the alcohol content is high enough to preserve the worm in its salted form.

By the way, if you are not a fan of strong alcohol, then the topic about the best wines in the world is for you

Lizard wine. Wine made from lizards, this drink was created in China. It may not be very attractive, but it tastes like brandy and helps improve vision!

More wine with supposedly medicinal qualities, which helps with coughs and on cold days. This wine is made from baby mice; the creator of this wonderful drink was Korea. This drink actually contains newborn mice that are soaked in rice wine for a year, only then they drink it!

If snakes and mice don't impress you, how about scorpions and spiders? This distilled rice vodka from Thailand. And next to it is a bottle of Thai rice-based whiskey with a large non-poisonous spider!

These were the strangest drinks from around the world. And now the strongest drinks in the world!!!

In terms of alcohol content, the most strong drink counts Everclear. Everclear can contain 95% or 75% wheat alcohol, which is 190 and 151 degrees respectively. It is rarely consumed on its own, but is usually added to cocktails!

Bacardi 151 has an alcohol content of 75.5% or 151 degrees, and is also used in cocktails. It is flammable and is used in flaming drinks such as B-52.

Raicilla often called Mexican Fantasia - alcohol content greater than 100 degrees.

Absinthe is the next highly alcoholic drink, with an alcohol content between 45% and 74%. Flavored with anise, it is made with herbs. Absinthe is usually green, but can also be colorless. Because of its potency, it is usually diluted with water. Absinthe gained popularity in Switzerland and became very popular in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in Paris - among artists and poets who were fans of the 'green fairy'. They tried to sweeten this bitter drink with a spoon like the one in the photo on the right.

A strong alcoholic drink is a product containing more than 20% alcohol. In this article we will talk about those drinks that are considered the strongest in the whole world.

Russia and Poland are famous for the production of vodka, in the production of which wheat is used. Latin American countries are famous for producing rum, which is based on sugar cane. Popular Mexican tequila is made from a cactus - the Mexican blue agave. In regions characterized by cold weather conditions, traditional drinks are those that use potatoes (for example, Scandinavian Aquavit). European countries are famous for grape products - cognac, brandy.

In addition to the above, strong drinks are presented:

• gin;
• Calvados;
• armagnac;
• absinthe;
• beer.

Strong beers

Traditionally, beer is included in the list of low-calorie (especially light) and light alcoholic drinks. However, there are strong species product. Among them are:

• "Armageddon". The year of creation of this beer is considered to be 2012, when it was brewed by a brewery in Scotland. The strength of the drink is sixty-five degrees. The basis of Armageddon is oatmeal, wheat, malt and water.
• "Snake poison". It was cooked in the same place as Armageddon in 2013. The alcohol content in it is 67.5 percent.

Top 10 strongest alcoholic drinks

The top 10 strongest alcohol-containing drinks include:

10th place - Whiskey

The strength of the drink can reach up to 43%. It is whiskey that opens the top of the strongest alcohol. It is based on cereal crops, yeast and water. The taste of whiskey varies depending on the quality of the barrel (cherry or oak) in which it was aged. The product is more famous among Americans and British.

9th place - Aquavit

This is a Scandinavian alcohol, the birth of which is considered to be the mid-19th century. Translated, Akvavit means “ living water" Its strength can be up to 50 degrees. The drink is made from potato alcohol. First, it is diluted with water. After this, spices (fennel, cumin, ginger) are insisted on for several weeks (or years). Drink Aquavit chilled or frozen.

8th place - Grappa

Is Italian drink, a type of brandy. To make it, a mixture of crushed grapes is used. Production is based on the method of distillation of berry extracts. The strength of the product ranges from 40 to 60%. Initially, Grappa was the result of recycling waste. Only some time later she found her admirers.

7th place - Armagnac

Close in quality to French cognac. Made from grape alcohol. The strongest drink is Domaine de Jolin from 1973, with an alcohol content of 48.3%. The place of its production is considered to be the estate of the same name, where it was created by the Darroze family. For 37 years, the drink was aged in oak barrels. Only in 2010 it was bottled in glassware. Due to the absence of cold filtration, Armagnac has a unique taste, combining coffee, tobacco, fruit and oak notes. Therefore, it is often drunk in pure form, without diluting.

6th place - Gin

Vodka made from juniper has a strength of over 40%. It is rarely drunk undiluted; it is more often used as an ingredient in various cocktails. The strongest gin is Bombay Sapphire (47 degrees). The drink attracts its fans with its mild taste with pronounced notes of juniper and citrus. Bombay Sapphire - the strongest gin

5th place - Colombian rum

Opens the top five strongest drinks in the world. Has a strength of 50%. It is drunk in various variations: both in pure form and as a component for cocktails. The strongest is Bacardi 151 rum, which has a strength of 75.5%. The production of the drink includes the processes of fermentation and distillation cane syrup, molasses. The high strength of Bacardi 151 is achieved through long aging (8 years). Thanks to this period, the drink acquires a pleasant amber hue and flavors of vanilla and oak. Bacardi has about 300 awards in its collection.

4th place - Absinthe

Its strength varies - from 50% to 83-85% alcohol. To produce the drink, plant extracts are often used (anise, wormwood, fennel or bergenia). The drink gained popularity in the 19th century. According to statistics, in 1900, residents of France drank 2 million liters per year. In 1910, the amount of absinthe consumed reached 36 million liters. Five years later, the drink was banned in many European countries and the United States of America. The second birth of Absinthe took place in 1990. And 2004 became the year of legalization.

3rd place - Moonshine

The drink opens the “golden three”. Its strength can reach 80-90%. To produce alcohol, special devices are used, through which an alcohol-containing mass called mash is distilled. The latter is the result of fermentation of various bases, represented by cereals, potatoes, beets, fruits or other products.

2nd place - Chacha

It gets silver in the top of the strongest alcohol-containing drinks. The strength of Chacha is 70 degrees. The birthplace of the product is Georgia. The basis of alcohol is unripe grapes of the Isabella variety, also Kacic or pomace. Thanks to this, Chacha has a pleasant taste with berry notes.

1st place - Everclear

It is the strongest alcohol in the whole world. The drink can be 75% or 95% ABV. For several years, vodka was banned in the United States and Canada. Thanks to the new law, it was legalized. Everclear is based on wheat or corn alcohol. Due to the lack of a specific taste, the alcoholic product is used to produce cocktails. Drinking vodka in its pure form can result in loss of consciousness. Thanks to its strength, in 1979 it was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the most alcoholic drink.

Alcohol has been known since the Middle Ages. Various alcoholic drinks, both quite strong and not very strong, have their admirers. Regardless of the level of alcohol in a product, remember that it is not harmless. Therefore, it is always necessary to know the permissible amount of drinking and the consequences of such addiction. Only a competent attitude towards alcoholic beverages will allow you to enjoy yourself and prevent the development of pathological cravings.

Alcohol, which contains more than 20 degrees, is considered a strong drink. All over the world there are a huge number of alcoholic products with high strength. These include vodka, cognac, brandy, whiskey, sake, tequila, Calvados and others. It is simply impossible to count all their multitude. Some of them can be consumed in their pure form, while others can only be used in cocktails.

Bombay Sapphire Gin 47% ABV

Gin opens the top ten strongest alcoholic drinks in the world. Translated into Russian, the word jin means “juniper”. The general name of drinks of this kind is directly related to their composition, since they are infused with juniper. The strongest varieties have 40 degrees and above. ("Bombay Sapphire") - English gin, which is one of the strongest of its kind. With a strength of 47%, it is used both for making cocktails and consumed in its pure form, preferably with ice. Despite its strength, Bombay Sapphire has soft taste with pronounced notes of juniper, orange and lemon.

Armagnac Domaine de Jaulin ABV 48.3%

Armagnac is one of the ten strongest drinks in the world and is a relative of cognac. It is produced directly in France. Considered one of the strongest Armagnac Domaine de Jaulin(“Domaine de Jolin”) 1973 with a strength of 48.3%. It was made at the Domaine de Jolin estate by the Darroze family. Armagnac was aged in oak barrels for 37 years, and then in 2010 it was bottled in glass containers for sale. The French drink has a unique taste and cask strength, as it has not been cold filtered or diluted. The aroma of Domaine de Jaulin combines notes of coffee, tobacco, fruit and oak. It is recommended to consume it in its pure form, without a snack, in order to experience the full richness of the taste.

Grappa GRAPPA Agricola Bepi Tosolini ABV 50%

Grappa- one of the strongest alcoholic drinks from Italians. It is made by distilling grape pomace, as well as its stems and seeds. One of the most fortified varieties is GRAPPA Agricola Bepi Tosolini(Bepi Tosolini), containing 50% alcohol. This drink has a crystal clear color and pleasant aroma with pronounced notes of berries and raisins. Leaves behind a light aftertaste of fruit.

Whiskey Glenfarclas 105 Strength 60%

Whiskey is considered one of the most noble drinks of all time. Its average strength is 43 degrees. But some varieties may contain more. For example, Scottish Glenfarclas whiskey 105(Grenfarklas), whose strength reaches 60%, is the strongest in the world. It is used both in its pure form and as a base for cocktails. The drink is made from cereals and yeast with the addition of water. Its initial taste is formed primarily thanks to the wood barrels in which it matures. Whiskey is mostly preferred by Americans and British.

ABV 67.5%

Beer with title Snake Venom(“Snake Venom”) and a strength of 67.5% broke all records for strength among drinks of this kind. The authors of fortified beer were Scottish producers who released this drink in 2013. Despite the high degree indicator, “Snake Venom” has a hop-malty, pleasant and slightly pungent taste. Manufacturers warn that the product should be drunk in small portions, like all fortified drinks such as cognac and whiskey.

ABV 70%

It is the national drink of Georgia and is not inferior in strength to the most fortified types of alcohol. Its strength in diluted form reaches 70% - it is with this maximum strength that this type of alcohol reaches store shelves. To make real chacha, only unripe grape varieties Isabella and Kacich are taken. The alcohol has a fortified taste with notes of grapes.

ABV 75.5%

Rum It is also considered one of the most fortified drinks in the world. It is made by fermenting and distilling cane syrup and molasses. One of the strongest representatives of this line of alcohol is Rum Bacardi 151(“Bacardi”) from South America, which contains 75.5%. It is aged for 8 years, thanks to which Bacardi 151 gets its original taste and astringency. The drink is most often consumed in the form of cocktails, but there are also daredevils who drink it in its pure form. The rum is amber in color and combines notes of vanilla and oak. Bacardi has about 300 awards and is the most awarded rum in the world.

ABV 85%

Jacques Senaux Black (“Jacques Seneau Black”) is considered one of the strongest absinthes in the world, produced in Spain. It received its name from the world famous French taster and blender Jacques Senault. In 1915, the production of this drink was suspended in France, as it was equated to a strong hallucinogen. But in 1956, the son of a blender, Juan Teixenne Seno, decided to open his own factory in Spain in order to restore the production of the drink according to his father’s recipe. This product, containing 85% alcohol, has a fresh and bitter aroma with notes of anise and wormwood.

ABV 95%

It is generally accepted that liqueur is a sweet, fortified alcoholic product with a high sugar content, which is found in the berries and fruits used for its preparation. Usually its strength is no more than 35 degrees. But, as it turns out, there is a liqueur in the world whose strength breaks all records. He is Everclear- the strongest liqueur in the world from American producers, included in the Guinness Book of Records. The drink is also called “devil’s water.” Its peculiarity is that with an alcohol content of 95% it has neither taste nor smell. It is mainly used as a base for making cocktails, since its use in its pure form is extremely dangerous. It is noteworthy that the sale of Everclear was banned in 13 US states due to its harmful influence on the body.

Vodka Wratislavia Spirytus ABV 96%

Vodka is one of the most fortified alcohol products. Usually its strength does not exceed 40-45 degrees. However, Poland invented Wratislavia Spirytus vodka, which is considered one of the strongest drinks in the world with an alcohol content of 96%. The main ingredients in the manufacture of an alcoholic product are wheat and potatoes, which give Wratislavia Spirytus original taste. Vodka has crystal transparency, thanks to thorough and multi-level purification from harmful impurities. The drink is not recommended to be consumed in its pure form, as it can cause irreparable harm health. When diluted, vodka has a pleasant and mild taste.