List of alcoholic drinks
== List of alcoholic drinks ==
Alcoholic drinks, also known as alcoholic beverages, are drinks that contain ethanol, a type of alcohol produced by fermentation of grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar. The consumption of alcoholic drinks is a common social activity in many cultures around the world. This article provides a comprehensive list of various types of alcoholic drinks.
Beer[edit | edit source]
Beer is one of the oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic drinks in the world. It is typically made from barley, water, hops, and yeast. There are several types of beer, including:
Wine[edit | edit source]
Wine is an alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes or other fruits. The natural chemical balance of grapes lets them ferment without the addition of sugars, acids, enzymes, water, or other nutrients. Types of wine include:
Spirits[edit | edit source]
Spirits are distilled alcoholic drinks that have a higher alcohol content than beer or wine. Common types of spirits include:
Liqueurs[edit | edit source]
Liqueurs are sweetened spirits with various flavors, oils, and extracts. They are often used in cocktails and can be enjoyed on their own. Popular liqueurs include:
Cocktails[edit | edit source]
Cocktails are mixed drinks that typically contain one or more types of spirits and other ingredients such as fruit juice, syrup, or cream. Some well-known cocktails are:
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Alcoholic beverage
- Fermentation
- Distillation
- Alcohol by volume
- Drinking culture
- Alcohol laws by country
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