Perhaps the cat from the famous novel by M.A. Bulgakova got a little excited, offering the woman such a strong alcoholic drink as 100 percent alcohol, but the beautiful Margarita still drank it. In any case, you should not repeat this "trick", because any miracle is possible only in fantasy, but in real life everything is not so simple. In reality, no one flies on a broomstick, does not "come off" at Satan's ball, does not conduct a dialogue with a cat, does not turn money into candy wrappers and, of course, does not drink pure alcohol... However, modern alcohol industry far advanced in the creation of the strongest products that can knock a horse. The strongest alcoholic drinks are far from harmless products, of course, if they are drunk in excessive quantities. Despite the fact that alcohol is alcohol in Africa, all alcohol-containing products are divided into classes according to their strength. So, there are low-alcohol, medium-alcohol, and also strong alcoholic drinks. At present we are interested in the last variety, or rather its "strongest" representatives. If low-alcoholic products differ little from their medium-alcoholic counterparts, then spirits are substances from a completely different "galaxy", which have their own distinctive characteristics both in flavoring composition and in the method of production.

Alcoholic drink Absinthe - strength up to 86%

It is worth starting with the fact that an alcoholic drink is awarded the title "strong" if the level of its strength reaches at least 20%, that is, the alcohol content in it is not less than 20% of the volume finished mass... And this is still "jerks"! 40, 50, 60, 70 and even 80 degrees - that's where the real strength and indestructible power! In general, the definition of "spirits" is rather vague, and the lower limit of the strength of such specimens varies depending on the norms and laws of a particular country. If we consider, for example, Russia, then since 2000, products with a strength of more than 28% have been marked with the label "Spirits", and in 2006 the bar dropped, and today drinks with a 25% alcohol content can already receive this title.

So, how does cognac differ from, say, wine, because they have the same raw material - grapes? Well, this is a question for a complete "teapot" in the alcoholic world. Firstly, the taste and aroma, secondly, the strength, and thirdly, the production method, which determines this very strength and, of course, the specific taste of the drink.

Alcoholic drink Rum - strength up to 80%

All the strongest drinks in the world are very different from each other, it is difficult to find even remotely similar representatives of strong alcoholic world however they all have one thing in common - distillation. That is, almost all types of strong alcoholic beverages have undergone distillation or distillation to one degree or another, as a result of which the strength and aromatic components of the products have increased. Almost all the strongest alcoholic beverages undergo distillation, which consists in extracting high alcohol fractions of fermented alcoholic liquids by heating to a temperature until these fractions turn into vapors. It is worth saying that from a technical point of view, the distillation process is not as complicated as it seems, and it can be easily controlled from the outside, in contrast to the same fermentation, in which it is necessary to strictly observe temperature regime and other subtle nuances. The essence of distillation is that alcohol has a lower boiling point than water, therefore it turns into steam faster. This "alcohol-based" vapor condenses as droplets on a cold surface, and then flows off, turning into a liquid. The distillation can be repeated several times, and after each subsequent distillation, the drink will noticeably grow stronger. Disputes about when the distillation was first carried out do not subside in scientific circles to this day. It is only known that Aristotle himself, who lived in the IV century BC, described in one of his works a process similar to the process of distillation. It is already difficult to get to the bottom of the truth today, but it doesn't matter! Among the very strong alcohol-containing products, there are also specimens that do not undergo distillation. A striking example of this is vodka, which is prepared by the rectification method.

Alcoholic drink Whiskey - strength up to 60%

According to the definition of spirits, it is customary to call such products with a strength of more than 20%, but today we are talking about especially distinguished representatives of the alcoholic kingdom, who are able to boast of an extremely high level of alcohol content. These samples include products, the strength of which jumped beyond 40 degrees and even 50 degrees. A logical question arises, why, in fact, do we need the strongest alcoholic beverages and which of the alcoholic drinkers, as they say, is tired of living? First of all, you should understand that it is possible to “swell to hell” with weak alcohol, the same light beer, for example. And whoever has no head is good for everything. Literate connoisseurs of alcohol drink sensibly. In addition, only a small handful of reckless gourmets dare to drink the strongest alcoholic drink in pure form... Therefore, most often such masterpieces are used as components of various alcoholic cocktails... Also, cases of dilution are not uncommon. strong alcohol water, juices or other "non-corking" liquids. This, I tell you, is quite logical: many manufacturers of spirits claim that any Reviver will be able to "charm" only with its strong spirituality, which must be muffled, for example, with water. Then the attractive aromas will last. World culinary experts and chefs have also found application for such products and are now preparing exquisite dishes using the so-called flaming (from French word"Flamber" - to flame, to blaze), that is, cooking under natural fire conditions. With this culinary processing almost ready meal sprinkled with strong alcohol - any that burns - and set it on fire. Of course, all the alcohol burns out at the same time, and the food earns its own aroma and taste. Flambéing looks especially pretentious when it is performed in elite establishments right in front of customers. This process turns into a kind of show, during which the lights are dimmed or turned off altogether. Despite the fact that we are constantly being told about the dangers of alcohol, the number of varieties of alcohol is steadily increasing, and the strongest alcoholic drinks are not lagging behind. There are many of them and they are very popular.

Alcoholic drink Cognac - strength up to 57%

If we talk about champions in an alcoholic environment, then the strongest drink is 100-degree alcohol, if, of course, it can be considered a drink at all. Honorable second place, and in the list of "drunk" liquids - the first, earned "non-drinkable" absinthe. This nickname clung to him for a reason: this is how the Greeks called absinthe for its powerful effect on the human body. The strength of the average absinthe, even the most "lightest" - about 70%. Especially "thermonuclear" variants can have from 75 to 86% alcohol. Therefore, until now, absinthe retains the title of “the strongest drink in the world”, leaving all its “weaklings” colleagues behind. Do not forget that the strongest alcoholic drink absinthe contains an extract of bitter wormwood, the essential oils of which contain the strongest hallucinogen - thujone. It was from thujone that the ancient artists, including Picasso and Van Gogh, enjoyed the thrill and had sincere conversations with the “green fairy”. Today the absinthe is not the same, it has been deprived of its main "dignity" - thujone, but if you try, you can find an old-style drink in which everything is right: both thujone and degrees.

Alcoholic drink Vodka - strength up to 56%

Strong alcoholic drink rum is not weak either! It is prepared by fermentation and distillation. by-products sugar cane production (molasses and cane syrup) followed by aging in an oak barrel. If the weakest samples of this drink have a strength of at least 40 degrees, then strong rum, as a rule, is famous for a rather high indicator - from 60 to 75 degrees and even more. Having appeared in the 16th century, rum gained wide popularity in the world thanks to courageous sailors and pirates, who, of course, to raise their morale, "threw in" strong alcohol. And only at the beginning of the 19th century, rum reached the tables of representatives of the upper strata of society, turning into an elite alcoholic beverage The famous whiskey drink, which, according to the opinion of the Scots, cannot but be liked, is obtained from grain (barley, rye, wheat) using the processes of malting, distillation and aging in oak. The strongest alcoholic drink, whiskey, can hit the balls quite well, since its minimum strength is about 40-43 degrees. Especially courageous Scots and overseas Scotch fans sometimes indulge in whiskey, the strength of which reaches 50-60 degrees. Generally, whiskey is considered noble drink able to emphasize the status of the taster and his great taste... And the strongest alcoholic drinks from the whiskey class are favorites of real men. The "king" of all alcoholic drinks and the symbol of a strong man - cognac - is a strong (and sometimes very strong) product made from special varieties grapes using a special technology, in the process of which double distillation of wine material is mandatory. The standard strength of the ridge is at least 40 degrees, but especially strong specimens can contain from 45% ethyl alcohol or more. Everyone knows that cognac has become an indispensable attribute of the image of a very controversial, but extremely attractive figure - Winston Churchill. Laureate Nobel Prize and the politician from God Churchill was a great lover of food, smoking a cigar and drinking strong cognac. And when I say "strong" cognac, I mean especially strong samples. Rumor has it that Churchill preferred the strongest Armenian brandy - fifty-degree "Dvin". True or fiction, it's hard to say for sure. The only thing that can be said with full confidence is the high strength of some Armenian cognacs. For example, it is believed that the strongest cognacs in the world are Dvin (50%) and Yerevan (57%).

Alcoholic drink Armagnac - strength up to 55%

What are we all about overseas drinks? But what about our "native" vodka? Indeed, vodka is one of the strong alcoholic beverages, and some specimens may well compete with the most "powerful" in terms of strength samples. The standard strength of vodka is 40%, but in my time I have met even stronger representatives: vodka brand "Krepkaya" differs in 56% ethyl alcohol, as well as the drink brand "Okhotnichya" (56%). Surprisingly, our "overseas" comrades also decided to experiment with the production of vodka. In 2010, British spirits made the list of leaders as the creators of the strongest vodka in the world. It was Pincer Shanghai Strength vodka with a strength of 88 degrees. It can be assumed that the prim gentlemen of Britain are unlikely to dare to taste their creation themselves, but most likely they will “feed” this flammable liquid to some “simpleton”. And so it turned out: under the pretext that the "eight" is a lucky number for the Chinese, the strongest 88-degree vodka was exported to China. The "close relative" of cognac - Armagnac - does not lag a step behind its "comrade" ... This drink is somewhat older than cognac, so it has gathered around itself a circle of fans who appreciate it for its changeable "disposition" and inconstancy of taste, while cognac fans are crazy about its constancy. On average, the strength of Armagnac reaches 40 degrees, but the content of ethyl alcohol in strong Armagnac can be up to 55%. The national Mexican drink tequila can be called "strong exotic", since the specific taste and bright aroma tequilas are unforgettable. Be careful when dealing with this drink, made from Mexican blue agave, as the average strength of tequila is between 40 and 50 degrees. The same can be said about mezcal, the closest relative of tequila.

Gin alcoholic drink - strength up to 55%

Gin, also known as juniper vodka, is made by distilling wheat alcohol and juniper. In addition, the composition of the gin may contain various herbal supplements... Experts say that due to its rather dry taste, gin is rarely consumed in its pure form, and more often excellent cocktails are mixed from it. I will add that many gourmets do not dare to drink gin "pure" not only because of its rather specific taste, but also because of the very high alcohol content. The most "strong" gin is characterized by a strength of 46 to 55%. Economical Italians, not wanting to lose a single gram of precious raw materials used in the production of wine, use grape extracts (the remnants of grapes) to create an alcoholic drink of grappa. Despite the fact that grappa is largely made from waste, this drink has found its many admirers both in Italy and abroad. The male population appreciates grappa for its excellent taste and aromatic components and high strength - from 40 to 50 degrees.

Alcoholic drink Tutovka - strength up to 80%

Another interesting representative of the strong alcohol class is greek drink with interesting name- ouzo. Experts say that ouzo is nothing more than Greek anise vodka... And quite strong. The average ouzo drink has a strength of 40 to 50 degrees. The above list of drinks includes the strongest representatives of the alcoholic kingdom, of which absinthe is "knocked out" in the first place. However, the strongest drink in the world on his throne ousted another interesting specimen - mulberry. Tutovka is a strong drink produced in the Transcaucasus by distilling mash from white and black mulberries (mulberries). As a result, mulberry has a strength of at least 75%, and sometimes all 80%. To summarize, it is worth noting that, according to statistics, in the countries of our latitude (that is, Northern and Eastern Europe), it is spirits that are most popular in comparison with weaker ones such as wine or, for example, cider. Perhaps this tendency is explained by the climate, because during the long cold weather (from October to April) one just wants to "warm up" with alcohol. In principle, there would be nothing wrong with this if it were not for high level alcoholism, which is caused by the lack of a culture of drinking these very strong drinks. Therefore, dear readers, I urge you to be careful in the process of drinking alcohol, especially strong. First of all, it is worth drinking in moderation and only high-quality alcohol, which I advise you to purchase from reliable sources, such as our online store. As for the measure, judging by Friday evening purchases in alcohol departments in supermarkets, which can be called wholesale rather than retail, individuals who know the measure will soon be included in the Red Book. This is frustrating. Be careful not to tempt fate. We are for a healthy nation and moderate drinking!

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

List of low alcohol alcoholic beverages

. 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 obtained by secondary fermentation. Contains 9-20% alcohol.

. Wine- an alcoholic drink obtained by fermentation of yeast and grape juice of various varieties, the names of which are usually present in the name. The alcohol content is 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 "Gold" tequila are especially common alcoholic drinks. The list can be continued with such names as "Sauza", "Jose Cuervo" or "Sierra". The best software taste a drink aged 4-5 years is considered. The alcohol content is 38-40%.

. Sambuca... Strong italian liqueur based on alcohol and essential oil derived from anise. The most popular are white, black and red sambuca. Fortress - 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... Strong alcoholic drink based on cognac alcohol obtained by distilling wine. Distillation takes place in special copper cubes, the product is subject to subsequent aging in oak barrels at least two years. After diluting 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 made from natural products by fermentation followed by distillation. The most popular drinks: vodka "Absolute", "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 distillation of wheat alcohol and juniper. To enhance the taste, it may contain natural supplements: lemon or orange peel, anise, cinnamon, coriander. The strength of the gin is 37.5-50%.

. Whiskey... A strong drink made by fermentation, distillation and aging of cereals (barley, corn, wheat, etc.). Aged in oak barrels. Contains alcohol in the 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 derived from the main composition.

Types of alcoholic beverages

All drinks in different amounts containing a substance called 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, has a refreshing taste and bread aroma.

The actual 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.

Koumiss, ayran, bilk. Fermented milk drinks. 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 grade of the main raw materials, 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 prepared from a variety of berries and fruits and are also classified by sugar content and color.

Special varieties

These include madeira, vermouth, port, sherry, cahors, tokay other. These wines are made using special methods and in a specific wine region. In Hungary, in the manufacture of Tokaj, a "noble" mold is used, which allows the berries to dry right on the vine. In Portugal, Madeira is aged in special tanning salons under open sun, in Spain sherry ripens under a yeast film.

Still, 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 until desired degree... They can all be red, pink and white in color.

Champagne and other sparkling wines... Of these, French is the most popular, but in other countries there is no less decent drinks for example Portuguese spumante, Spanish cava or Italian asti. Sparkling wines are distinguished by their special appearance, delicate aroma, interesting taste... Their main difference from quiet wines are playful bubbles. The drinks can be pink or white in color, but sometimes sparkling red wines are found. According to the sugar content, they are divided into dry, semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet. The quality of wine is determined by the number and size of the bubbles, by how long they last and, of course, by the taste.

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

The third, most extensive category

Vodka... A cereal-based alcoholic beverage containing 40% alcohol. Through continuous distillation, a new product was obtained in due time, called the 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 according to Swedish technology from high-purity alcohol, vodka rightfully occupies one of the first places in the ranking of alcoholic beverages in this category. It is used to prepare various cocktails.

Tinctures bitter. They are obtained by infusing vodka or alcohol on aromatic spices, herbs or roots. The fortress is 25-30 degrees, but it can rise up to 45 degrees, for example, "Pertsovka", "Starka" or "Hunting".

Sweet drinks

Tinctures are sweet. 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.

Filling. They differ in that they are made on the basis of fresh berries or fruit without yeast, but with the addition of strong vodka and a large amount of sugar. These types of alcoholic beverages are very thick and sweet. The name of the liqueurs tells what they are made of: plum, cornelian cherry, strawberry. Although there are strange names: "spottykach", "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, with a strength of 50%. Any of these varieties require 3 months to 2 years of aging. The name of alcoholic beverages indicates which 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", "Jubilee" are no less famous. Of the French, the most popular are "Hennessy", "Courvoisier", "Martel", "Hein". All cognacs are divided into 3 categories. The first includes ordinary drinks aged for 3 years. The second is made up of vintage cognacs, which have a minimum aging period of 6 years. The third includes long-lived drinks, called collection drinks. The smallest exposure here is 9 years.

French, Azerbaijani, Russian, Armenian cognac are produced and sold by cognac houses, founded more than a century ago and still dominating the market.

Grappa. Italian vodka based grape pomace, 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 where the vine grows. Relatives of grappa are Georgian chacha and South Slavic brandy.

Very strong alcoholic drinks

Absinthe- one of them. Its main component is bitter wormwood extract. The essential oils of this plant contain the substance thujone, which is the main constituent 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 the bottles to confirm the naturalness of the product. Thujon in absinthe can contain from 10 to 100%. By the way, the drink is presented 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 banned in Europe precisely because of the large amount of the above-mentioned substance in it, reaching 100%. The usual color of the drink is emerald green, but it can be yellow, red, brown and even transparent.

Rum... Prepared by fermentation from residual products sugar cane- syrup and molasses. The quantity and quality of the product depends on the variety and type of raw material. 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 the rum is 40-75 gr.

Strong drinks with fruit juice

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 fruit juice fermented and clarified by double distillation and brought to 70 degrees. Aged in oak or chestnut barrels for 2 to 10 years. Then, with softened water, the fortress is reduced to 40 o.

Gin, balm, aquavit, armagnac... They also fall into the third category, since they all contain alcohol. All these are strong alcoholic drinks. Prices for them depend on the quality of alcohol ("Lux", "Extra"), strength and aging of the drink, brand and constituent components. Many contain extracts of aromatic herbs and roots.

Homemade drinks

Homemade moonshine is also a prominent representative of spirits. 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 of this is fermented. Then, by distillation, a strong drink is obtained with an alcohol content of up to 75%. For greater purity of the product, a double distillation can be done. Homemade moonshine is cleared of fusel oils and other impurities by filtration, then it (if desired) is either infused with various herbs, nuts, spices, or diluted with fruit drinks, essences, juices. When properly prepared, this drink will not yield to various vodkas and tinctures in taste.

Finally, I would like to remind you of two simple rules, observing which, it will be possible to maintain health and not get bored in a cheerful company: do not abuse alcohol and do not spend money on substandard drinks... And then everything will be fine.

The history of the appearance of the intoxicating drink goes back a long way, but it is still not known for certain who and when made it for the first time. The oldest alcoholic "nectar", according to historical data, is wine. The first strongest drink containing a high percentage of alcohol appeared in the 11th century - it was ethanol, developed by a Persian doctor, the progenitor of vodka and alcoholic beverages.

The benefits and harms of drinking alcohol

Fermented berry and fruit juice, which turned into mash or wine, was used by the inhabitants of Ancient Rome, Egypt and Greece as a medicine for all diseases. Higher-grade beverages were more commonly used for immersion in trance, decontamination of wounds, and as a pain reliever.

Numerous studies have shown that moderate intake with a low ethanol content has a positive effect on the body. This statement applies only to wine, beer and cider, prepared purely without the addition of synthetic materials, using components of natural origin. The benefits of drinking these drinks are due to the high content of flavonoids in them, which help to eliminate cholesterol and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.

However, strong alcohol cannot boast of a healing effect on human organs. The irregular and frequent consumption of vodka, brandy or whiskey in large quantities provokes the development of serious diseases of the liver, kidneys, stomach, cerebral vessels, nervous system... Strong alcohol requires adherence to certain rules when drinking, otherwise a person may get severe intoxication and dehydration the next day after drinking it.

The best spirits: how to choose the right one

Good alcohol is not always the one that costs more than 1,000 rubles per bottle. Often, cost does not mean quality, so when choosing wine, cognac, liqueur and other distilled products, you need to look at the composition of the product, shelf life and brand of the manufacturer.

Everclear

The strongest drink in the world. Contains from 75% to 95% ethanol, which corresponds to 151 and 190 degrees. It is used exclusively for making cocktails due to its high strength.

Absinthe

It is rightfully one of the alcoholic beverages consumed both independently and as part of cocktails. It is known for its high ethanol content, its strength ranges from 55 to 85 degrees, the most common is absinthe with a strength of 70 degrees. The drink is banned in some countries, it has varieties with hashish additions. Made with wormwood, thuja, anise, calamus, fennel, chamomile, parsley, angelica, licorice and coriander. The poisonous extract of bitter wormwood and thuja contained in absinthe, according to the legends about the drink, is capable of causing hallucinations.

Bacardi 151 o

Flammable strongest drink used in flaming cocktails. The ethanol content is 75.5%, the strength is 151 ppm. The most common use of this drink is in the B52 cocktail.

"Armageddon"

Beer, which is the most "vigorous" in the whole world. Scottish brewers, due to a special fermentation method, have created a drink that is not inferior in strength to vodka, whiskey and cognac. The alcohol content in one bottle of this beer is 65%.

Grappa

It is considered a wine with the most high content ethanol - 60%. It is made from grape pulp. The drink owes its name to the place where it was first made - the small Italian town of Bassano del Grappa, located near Mount Grappa.

Gin

A world famous alcoholic drink, mainly used in combination with tonic. Contains 55% alcohol. A cocktail with him is very popular.

Whiskey

It contains 43% ethanol, is made from yeast, various cereals and water, aged in special barrels. It is considered the drink of true gentlemen.

Tequila

Mexican strong drink, akin to Russian vodka. Fortress - 43%, made from agave, mainly by hand. There are 2 types and dark. Only a light, unseasoned variety of drink is used with lemon.

Cognac

A drink with a strength of 42%. It is known for its stimulating effect on the heart. Produced in many countries.

Vodka

A truly Russian drink, as it is believed all over the world. Vodka has a strength of 40%, on its basis, many make strong home drinks - tinctures on herbs, berries, fruits, nuts. Some enterprising residents of the country use vodka to create homemade cognac.

Liquor

Sweet and aromatic drink. V separate form rarely used, as it tastes too sweet, mainly used in cocktails. It is considered the weakest alcoholic beverage among spirits. The alcohol content in the liqueur is 35%.

7 rules for a feast: how to reduce the negative effects of strong alcohol

1. Take your time. The strongest drink must be taken slowly - experts advise to drink no more than 50 grams of cognac, vodka, or one glass of wine within one hour.

2. Before any feast or party, you should eat a solid meal - high-calorie food will significantly reduce the rate of absorption and minimize the effects of its intake.

3. After each drink you should drink a glass of purified still water.

4. It is better to add ice to the strongest drink - so it will become less concentrated, its degree will decrease.

5. You should not smoke while drinking alcohol, as acetaldehyde contained in tobacco smoke aggravates ethanol poisoning of the body, that is, hangover syndrome.

6. Do not use alcohol as an antidepressant - its effect only intensifies the state of depression.

7. There is an opinion that a strong drink has a warming effect, but this is far from the case. Once in the body, alcohol provokes the release of heat, thereby causing fever, but at the same time, the internal body temperature decreases. It is worth remembering that alcoholic beverages are cooling, so their use in the cold season for warming is not advisable.

AND interesting properties absinthe

Bitter wormwood extract contains a large number of Thujone is a colorless and odorless substance that is similar to the aroma of menthol. It is he who gives absinthe that very heady and weakly hallucinogenic effect. In addition to wormwood, the composition of this drink also includes the following herbs - anise, angelica, fennel, licorice, calamus, lemon balm, mint. Less often, but still white ash, coriander, veronica, chamomile, parsley and other aromatic plants are added to absinthe.

Wormwood gives the drink its characteristic greenish color with a rich emerald hue. Less commonly, absinthe can be clear, yellowish, blue, brown, red or even black. The traditional green hue is due to chlorophyll, which decomposes in the light, so it is believed that the initial bottling and absinthe should only take place in dark glass bottles.

Some people prefer to drink the drink diluted and are surprised at its rapid cloudiness. This is explained quite simply: when mixed with water, contained in herbal extracts essential oils form an emulsion.

How to drink absinthe?

There are several ways of using this drink, and usually each of them is associated with a specific country of origin.

So, the Czech method, which is also called "crystal", is the simplest of them: you need to take a glass glass with thick walls and pour some absinthe into it. Then the liquid must be set on fire and left to burn out for 4-5 seconds. They drink such absinthe, blowing out, in one gulp, without a snack.

French method: the volume of the glass is divided into four equal parts, absinthe is poured into one, then a special spoon with a sugar cube is placed on the edge of the glass. Then, through sugar into a glass, you need to pour over the remaining three parts of ice water. As a result, the cube will completely dissolve, and the resulting syrup will mix with the main drink. Another variation on the French usage is replacing cold water liquid with finely crushed ice.

Russian method: pure absinthe is poured into a glass with thick walls, which is then set on fire and burned for a couple of seconds. After this time, the first container must be closed with a second glass, as a result of which the flame will quickly go out. Then you need to pour the absinthe into the second container, and quickly cover the first with a napkin and turn it over with the inserted tube. Thus, two cocktails are obtained at once - heated absinthe and its vapors, which are very pleasant to alternate.

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People spend a lot of money on clothing, recreation, houses and cars. However, there is one more item of expenses that hits the pocket of many lovers of good rest - this is alcohol. However, rare of these party-goers could afford the most expensive alcoholic drinks in the world.

Most expensive beer

Do you think beer is the most affordable drink? Maybe it is, if we are not talking about the Tutankhamun drink. The first bottle of this beer, named after the legendary Egyptian pharaoh, was sold at auction for $ 7,686. The drink was packed in an elegant wooden box, painted with hieroglyphs.

The secret of this beer is original taste and special strength - 25%. However, in retail trade the beer came at a significantly reduced price - "only" $ 80. Here it gave way to another brand - Vielle Bon Secours, which is sold in London pub Bierdrome. Only ardent fans can taste this beer, because it costs about $ 1000 per bottle. However, the volume of the bottle is rather big - 12 liters. In this beer, you can catch the aromas of anise, lemon and caramel, but almost not.

The most expensive wine

Wine is one of the most expensive. The best wines are prepared, harvested by hand, and aged in special. The reddest wine was sold to a private collector for $ 90,000. This drink of the Chateau Lafite variety was released in 1787. The first owner of the wine was US President Thomas Jefferson, even his initials remained on.

The most expensive wine is the Château d "Yquem of 1811. It was paid for $ 124,000. The price was influenced by the peculiarities of this year's harvest, favorable production conditions and even the comet that flew that year, which, according to signs, had a good influence on the drink.

Contrary to popular belief, wine cannot last forever. If it is very old, then it begins to taste like ordinary vinegar.

The most expensive alcoholic drink in the world

The alcohol itself is a bottle of D'Amalfi Limoncello Supreme citrus liqueur. In principle, it is the bottle that determines the tremendous price of the drink. The neck of the vessel is decorated with three diamonds of 13 carats, another one, 18 carats, is located on the bottle itself.

For the first time, liqueur topped the ranking of the most expensive drinks. Usually whiskey or cognac sorts appeared in the first lines.

The liquor itself is a variety - national Italian drink from citrus fruits with a pure sweet taste. The composition of limoncello is extremely simple - lemons, sugar and alcohol. In total, two bottles of D'Amalfi Limoncello Supreme were made, one of which has already been found by the owner. It is not yet known how the most expensive drink in the world tasted, but for such a price it should be unusually pleasant.

Diva, Henri IV Dudognon Heritage and Isabella’s Islay are names that thrill true connoisseurs of expensive alcoholic beverages. Their value at auctions can reach incredible marks, containing six or more zeros.

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When it comes to, consciousness builds an associative array associated with the broad Russian soul. But the most was made not in Russia, but in Scotland. Diva vodka is contained in a bottle inlaid with precious and semi-precious stones, including diamonds. The product itself is a triple distillate, passed through diamond sand and filtered by Scandinavian birch charcoal. At auctions, the cost reached a historical minimum of $ 3,700, few owners of tight wallets can afford the maximum - $ 1,060,000.

Among the cognacs, the first belongs to Henri IV Dudognon Heritage worth $ 2,000,000. Alcohol with a strength of 41% was aged in barrels for 100 years. But the value of cognac is not in cognac, no matter how paradoxical it may sound. The bottle in which it is packed contains gold and platinum with a total weight of 4 kg and 6,500 diamonds.