What types of drinks are there? Names of alcoholic drinks.

Today, at almost every holiday, celebration, and feast you can see alcoholic drinks. At weddings, guests' glasses are filled with various wines; at birthdays and corporate events, cognac is splashed in glasses; on New Year's Eve, sparkling champagne is drunk while the chimes strike.

Therefore, many people are interested in varieties alcoholic drinks, their taste, color and price. Many even devote their lives to studying the properties of drinks. People who deal with alcohol professionally are called “sommeliers.” But even ordinary people can figure out what and how to drink, how to choose expensive “drinks of the gods” and avoid counterfeits.

Classification

First, it’s worth figuring out what categories alcoholic drinks can be divided into:

• low alcohol (1.5-8%): this category includes beer, kvass, cider;
• drinks of medium strength (9-30%): this includes wines, champagne, vermouth, port, etc.;
• strong (31% and above): the highest strength category includes vodka, cognac, whiskey and absinthe.

List with photos

Complete list of all existing drinks is huge: it includes both officially recognized national drinks and home-made “developments” in the form of tinctures and liqueurs. But there are several most common representatives alcoholic world(the names on the list are arranged alphabetically, not by popularity).

Absinthe

This is a strong French drink based on wormwood extract. It has an unusually beautiful green color, which attracts many gourmets. Associated with many “adult” fairy tales and legends about green fairies.

The method of drinking the “green fairy” deserves special attention: absinthe is poured into small glasses, special spoons with holes are placed on top, and a piece of sugar soaked in the drink is placed on top of them. Then they set it all on fire.

Balm

This is a strong tincture of medicinal herbs. Balms are widely distributed throughout the post-Soviet space. Due to the complexity of the recipe, balms are produced in small quantities, which explains the narrow range on store shelves.

Vermouth

Medium strength alcohol based on wine. It is produced by adding tinctures of various herbs to wine. Due to the huge number of recipes for this drink, it is often used by bartenders.

Wine

One of the most famous medium-alcohol drinks. At the moment, there are many varieties of wines in winemaking, so it is not even possible to briefly describe each of them.

Whiskey

A strong drink made from grain. Widely distributed in the West. Rarely used by bartenders due to its unique aroma.

Vodka

A strong drink popular in cold countries of the eastern hemisphere. It has a pungent taste. Problem taste qualities can be solved by adding third-party ingredients - honey, cinnamon, ginger, fruit, etc. After eating “colorless” it is customary to have a snack, and some even wash it down with juice, sparkling water, and in rare cases, beer.

Gin

A strong alcoholic drink similar to vodka in its preparation method. The only difference is the mandatory addition of vegetable spices. But over time, the culture of drinking this drink began to disappear. This is due to the fact that bartenders have chosen it. Now few people can imagine this drink without tonic.

Kvass

Low alcohol drink. It was invented by the Slavs to quench thirst on hot days. Each Slavic people has a special recipe for making kvass.

Cognac

Strong alcohol made from special types of grapes. For consumption, special glasses are used, narrowed at the top. This shape contributes to a high concentration of alcohol vapor in the upper part.

Liquor

Sweet alcoholic drink. It was invented by alchemists as a result of attempts to find the elixir of life. They drink it mainly with tea or coffee. Often used by confectioners to create sweet masterpieces.

Martini

One of the most famous cocktails. Made by mixing gin and vermouth. This American drink is traditionally served in a cone-shaped glass with one or more olives.

Beer

This low alcohol drink. There are more than 1000 varieties of beer from around the world. Europeans consume the most beer. Every nation has its own ways of using it. For example, residents of the Far East drink beer with crayfish.

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Rum

Strong alcoholic drink made from molasses or cane sugar. Dark rum is consumed without mixing and eaten with orange and cinnamon. Light varieties are used by bartenders in their business.

Tequila

A strong drink obtained from the juice of blue agave. Produced only in 5 Mexican states.

Champagne

Sparkling wine produced in the French region of Champagne. There is an interesting fact about our “Soviet champagne”. French winemakers, having learned about this name Soviet drink, decided to sue the manufacturer, since champagne is produced strictly in the Champagne region. Nothing is known about the results of the case. Regarding the serving of the drink, we can say that it is always served chilled in glasses of various shapes.

Most expensive alcohol - ascending order

Some manufacturers have honed their craft of creating this or that alcoholic drink so much that they are forgiven for indecently high prices for their products. But when purchasing such alcohol, a person understands that he has given preference to quality and impeccable taste. But the high cost is not always due to the drink itself - sometimes other factors also play a role.

Beer Vielle Bon Secours

For this beer you will pay $1000 for a 12-liter bottle. The drink is served only in one place on the planet - the Bierdrome pub in London.

Sherry Massandra

Estimated at $43,500 per bottle. This type of alcohol is no different special taste, the cost increases due to the age of the drink.

Rum Wray&Nephew

Cost: $53,000 per bottle. The cost of this alcohol has increased due to several factors:

• There are currently only 4 unopened bottles in the world;
• the recipe is completely lost;
• the last release of rum was in 1940.

Wine Chateau Lafite

Connoisseurs will have to pay $90,000 for a bottle of this fine wine.It has been aged since 1787, which leads to its high cost.

Tequila Ley. 925

Cost – $225,000. You will pay this amount not for the alcohol itself, but for a bottle decorated with luxurious platinum and high-grade gold.

Champagne Piper-Heidsieck

Cost – $280,000. The price of champagne has risen due to its history. It was raised from a sunken ship in 1998.

Vodka Diva

Cost: $1.61 million. The bottle is decorated with many precious stones, and the vodka itself is filtered using Scandinavian birch charcoal and diamonds.

Cognac Henri IV Dudognon Heritage

Cost: $1.9 million. Gold and platinum of the highest standard adorn the bottle, and the cognac itself was aged in a barrel for about a century.

Isabella's Islay Whiskey

Cost: $6.2 million. Again, the price rises due to the vessel in which the whiskey is poured. The container is made of crystal and decorated with a huge number of diamonds and rubies.

D'Amalfi Limoncello Supreme

Cost: $43.6 million. There are only 4 diamonds on the bottle, but what kind - 3 of 12 carats and 1 of 18.5 carats.

Ordinary people drink cheaper alcohol. And in order to understand it, it is advisable to study the recommendations for choosing drinks.

Each type of alcohol has its own rules, but a few general ones can be cited:

1. Always pay attention to the price. Can't good alcohol cost 40 rubles per bottle.
2. Look at the label: it should be free of bubbles and well glued. This rule applies mainly to strong drinks.
3. Never buy wine from paper bags, because this means that the manufacturer tried to save as much as possible on you.
4. You should not buy beer in plastic packaging. Many types of plastic form new harmful substances when interacting with ethanol.
5. Buy alcohol only from a trusted place.

Conclusions

There are many types of alcoholic drinks. It is impossible to try all of them, but there is an option to choose something most suitable for yourself. Or maybe you set out to try one of the most expensive alcoholic drinks.

Alcoholic drink with a strength of 25 to 51 vol. used as an aperitif before meals. Anisette 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 the 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- medicinal product
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 inourbon
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 wermuth- 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 as a result of 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 by distilling malted 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

A liquid that is odorless and tasteless in small volumes and colorless under normal environmental conditions. 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.

Sparkling water

It is a natural mineral or drinking still 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. The strength in different countries can vary from 32 to 56 vol., it all depends on the government 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 hot water with the addition of sugar, lime or lemon juice, as well as spices: cinnamon, vanillin, coriander, nutmeg and others. Grog is a truly sea drink. It was first used in the 18th century. after Admiral Edward Vernon ordered the rum to be diluted with water due to the excessive infatuation of sailors with it.

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– rose water
A chilled cocktail whose main ingredient is fresh mint. The following components are used in its preparation: alcoholic drinks, syrups, table mineral water, fresh fruit 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 the total volume) can be called Calvados Calvados production), Orne, Manche, Er, Sarthe and Mayenne.

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, added there hot pepper, vanilla and other spices.

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 national drink 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 food basket 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 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 a white color, uniform texture, sour milk smell and a small proportion of carbon dioxide. Most widespread kefir was received among the inhabitants of Slavic countries and the Middle East.

Kissel

A sweet dessert drink with a jelly-like structure. It is prepared on the basis of fruit and berry compotes, uzvars, 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 absolutely 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 summer time, 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). Its production is carried out from special type grapes 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
A refreshing cold drink, usually alcoholic, consisting of fresh and canned fruits and berries and a mixture of wines. 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 not added large number 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 bacillus and yeast. The drink has a pleasant sweet and sour taste, white color with a slight 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. Inadvertently, instead of wine, he scooped lemon juice into the monarch's glass; 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, 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. Included 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 includes more than 100 useful components, of which about 20 balanced and fatty amino acids, lactose, and minerals.

Morse

Art. rus. mursa– water with honey
A soft drink, usually non-alcoholic, based on 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 fruit 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%. The most famous punch recipes 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 of 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 using 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.

The variety of drinks is especially noticeable during feasts. Moreover, many of them are used not so much to quench thirst as for entertainment. And each of them has its own characteristic features and provides different influence on the body.

All modern drinks are divided into two large groups: non-alcoholic and alcoholic.

Types of soft drinks

These include drinks that do not contain alcohol or drinks in which its content is so low that it can be neglected. There are main types:

Hot

This includes tea, coffee, cocoa and other various herbal infusions. They all have their own specific properties and have different effects on the body.

Juices

A group of drinks obtained by squeezing. They are considered one of the most useful, as they contain huge amount biologically active substances, vitamins and other microelements.

Compote

A decoction of all kinds of fruits and berries. In terms of usefulness, they are slightly inferior to juices, since some of the substances are lost after processing in boiled water.

Morse

Similar to compote, only in this case crushed berries and fruits are used. No less useful and satisfying.

Dairy

Natural milk drinks contain large amounts of proteins and fats of animal origin. In Rus', it was equated with food: then it was customary to say “eat milk” and not drink.

Kvass

Traditional product, contains a small amount of alcohol. Perfectly cools and quenches thirst.

Carbonated drinks

Created rather for entertainment. Carbon dioxide does no harm or benefit. Carbonated naturally or artificially.

Synthetics

A group of drinks created on the basis of flavors, sweeteners and dyes diluted in water. There are no benefits; the harm to the body is still disputed. From the point of view of quenching thirst, they are doubtful, since most manufacturers resort to cunning, adding substances that only increase the feeling of thirst.

Types of alcoholic drinks

They are conventionally divided into low-alcohol and strong.

Low alcoholic drinks include:

• Alcoholic drinks based on milk (kumys, bilk; exception - arak)
• Fruit wines (ciders, peris)
• Sparkling wines,
• Natural grape wines

The latter have an extensive classification based on color and sugar content. In addition, there are special varieties (Madeira, port, Cahors, vermouth, etc.). However, the strength of even one of the strongest - - does not exceed 20%. This is explained by the preparation technology, since alcohol yeast begins to die at this percentage concentration.

Types of strong alcoholic drinks

(40% grain based distillate)

(distillate based on grains, malt or corn, aged in oak barrels)

Brandy (distillate based on grapes and other fruits)

• Cognac
• Armagnac
• Grappa
• Metaxa

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 the production of rum, the basis of which is sugar cane. Popular mexican tequila Made from the Mexican blue agave cactus. 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 types of the 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 - oatmeal, wheat, malt and water.
• "Snake venom." 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 cereals, 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

Top five most strong drinks peace. 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 of cane syrup and molasses. The high strength of Bacardi 151 is achieved through long aging (8 years). Thanks to this period of time, the drink becomes pleasant amber shade 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 in 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 different 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 good 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 permissible quantity drunk 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) is an English gin that 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 a 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 unique taste and cask strength, as it was not chill-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 a 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 times. 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. Rum has amber and combines notes of vanilla and oak aroma. 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 got 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 high content sugar, which is found in 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 to health. When diluted, vodka has a pleasant and mild taste.