If food is the way to a man's heart, then drinking is the way to his soul. This is what all beverage manufacturers know about. Therefore, they invent ever richer and more seductive flavors to please their fastidious customers. But the connoisseur of good alcohol is not easy to impress. This is why the strongest alcoholic drinks in the world.
For those looking for a blend that will make you feel the fire inside for a while, we have collected ten of the most impressive drinks. They are presented in order of increasing alcohol content, from least potent to most potent. Perhaps one day you will try them.
10. Elixir végétal de la Grande-Chartreuse - 69% alcohol
This herbal liqueur, with nearly three centuries of history, is still produced according to Marshal Estre's secret recipe. It contains the "essence" of more than 130 plants, whose aromatic and medicinal properties make the liqueur not only one of the strongest in the world, but also very useful in reasonable quantities. The reviews say that it is enough to drop a few drops of liqueur on a cube of sugar or dilute a small amount in water, and fatigue or a slight discomfort will take off like a hand.
The herbs are kept at the Monastery of La Grande Chartreuse and then processed at the distillery in Voiron by the monks. And the resulting liqueur remains to mature in oak barrels, in the largest distillery cellar in the world. The monks decide when the drink is ready and then bottle it, which in turn is wrapped in elegant wooden packaging. Vegetal de la Grande Chartreuse is supplied to over 100 countries worldwide.
9. Bacardi 151 - 75.5%
Yohoho, this is a real pirate strongest rum. And even if you are not a pirate but love spirits, be sure to try Bacardi 151. It is an essential ingredient in many high quality cocktails and can burn your throat if you sip carelessly. However, once inside, it no longer burns, but generates a pleasant warmth.
The aftertaste of Bacardi 151 is fruity, and the aroma, according to the manufacturer, contains oak and vanilla notes. Judging by the reviews of experts, this rum has only one drawback - it is easy to drink with it.
8. Devil Springs Vodka - 80%
This is the perfect vodka for homemade liqueurs. From dried fruits to herbs, nothing can escape her fiery wrath. And when the essence of your fruits and herbs surrender to the mercy of alcohol, just dilute the mixture with water in a 1 to 1 ratio and you get the most ordinary vodka, but with an unusual taste.
7. Pincer Shanghai Strength - 88.8%
This super strong Scotch vodka was probably made to fight the cold. But who wants to fight the cold without being able to breathe normally? However, manufacturers claim it is a healthy drink that contains milk thistle and elderberry extracts for liver support.
One of the strongest spirits in the world was produced in a limited edition and intended mainly for the Chinese market.
By the way, Scotland is home to the strongest beer in the world. It bears the self-explanatory name "Snake Venom" and contains 67.5% alcohol. It even has a sticker warning that this beer should be drunk in small portions due to its very high strength.The ingredients for the "Snake Venom" were smoky peat-smoked malt and two types of yeast. Perhaps this beer will someday get into rating of the best beer according to Roskachestvoif experts dare to try such a vigorous swill.
6. Poitin 1661 - 90%
A national Irish drink with a rich history is a variety of moonshine. It was cooked in small copper pots ("pota") from barley or potatoes.
In 1661, the sale and preparation of potina was banned in Ireland due to difficulties in taxing it and as part of a larger British effort to suppress Irish culture. This ban lasted more than three centuries and is still in effect in Northern Ireland.
5. Mariënburg rum - 90%
Throughout its evolution, this rum alpha male has improved its already rich texture. The jewel in the crown of Suriname, this 90% rum is a welcome gift for every spirits connoisseur. However, it is possible to buy a real 90% Mariënburg rum only in Suriname itself. For export products, the percentage of alcohol was reduced to 81%.
4. Bruichladdich X4 Quadrupled Whiskey - 92%
The strongest malt whiskey is made using a 17th century recipe. It is refined four times, making it an extremely pure alcoholic beverage.
An experiment with this whiskey showed that it was powerful enough to accelerate a sports car to 160 kilometers per hour. If he can do it with a sports car, imagine what he can do with your body.
3. Everclear Grain - 95%
The top 3 strongest booze in the world is opened by vodka, which has long been banned in the US and Canada. Due to its neutral taste, it is ideal for preparing alcoholic mixtures. In 1979, she entered the Guinness Book of Records as the strongest alcoholic drink.
If you are brave enough to try it neat, make sure you have a local emergency number with speed dial.
2. Cocoroco - 96%
The alcoholic drink, originated in Bolivia, is usually sold in crocodile cans. It is made from sugar cane and coconut and is illegal in some of Bolivia's neighboring countries, such as Chile (where all alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content of more than 55% by volume are illegal).
A rare stomach will withstand Cocoroco undiluted. Usually this hellish swill is drunk, diluted with cool tea, or added to various cocktails.
1. Wratislavia Spirytus - 96%
The strongest vodka in the world, made in Poland, is nothing more than liquid fire. It is odorless and looks exactly like water to the untrained eye. But once you take just one sip of this drink, albeit in a diluted form, it becomes clear that this is not water at all, but the most overwhelming experience for your taste buds.
Its name - "Bratislava Spiritus" - does not refer to Poland at all. But here all the questions are for the manufacturer.
With strict quality standards and a multi-level cleaning system, Wratislavia Spirytus is the ideal base for premium alcoholic blends and even desserts.
In its pure form, the strongest alcohol in the world is not recommended to be consumed. They say it can damage the insides for the rest of your life. We will not check, and we do not advise you.