2007-01-23 09:52:24 · 5 answers · asked by rip snort 3 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Almost, but not quite that simple.
They start with neutral spirits (like vodka, but higher strength) and either macerate (steep in the alcohol) the juniper berries and any other botanicals the recipe may call for and then that brew is re-distilled to extract just the volatile flavors and aromas. The other method is to place the botanicals in a basket that's built into the still in the vapor path of the distillation. As the alcohol is heated and turned to vapor, the alcohol "steam" flows past the botanicals and extracts their essences. Some styles use a combination of these methods.
2007-01-23 13:12:21 · answer #1 · answered by Trid 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Vodka is usually made from grain or potatoes and occasionally from milk.Gin is pure alcohol flavored with a number of herbs and spices called “botanicals”. The chief of these is juniper berries to provide the piney bouquet and flavour
2007-01-23 09:59:01 · answer #2 · answered by wineduchess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's strange because gin is the most unhealthy liquor. The juniper berries used for gin are poisonous. I love gin, but I have noticed the bad effects of it over other liquors, and in a bar tending class the teacher said it is the worst for you.
2016-05-24 01:58:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes -- it's plain alcohol with herbs and spices added. Vodka is basically plain alcohol and juniper berries are one of the main "aromatics" (herbs and spices) added to traditional Gin.
2007-01-23 09:57:34 · answer #4 · answered by Yummy Canadian Mummy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Gin is fermented pine tree sap. YUCK!
2007-01-24 03:23:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋