Types of alcoholic beverages in kenya and their prices

 Alcoholic drinks are drinks that contain an alcohol known as ethanol (or ethyl alcohol). Ethanol (alcohol) is a type of recreational drug (stimulant and depressant) that is mostly used though, many people don’t view it that way. It inhibits the person’s central nervous system, which distorts his/her coordination, control and judgment. This ethanol in alcoholic beverages is produced through fermentation of sugar in grains, fruits, yeast, and other sources like honey and milk. It is this alcohol that causes people to become inebriated when they drink it. It has an intoxicating effect on pleasure, by modifying the user's perceptions, feelings, and emotions thereby, helping him/her to reduce anxiety, relax and improves sociability. 

 Alcoholic drinks are legal in most countries and these countries have laws regulating the production, sale, and consumption. These laws may specify the minimum age at which a person may legally buy or drink alcoholic beverages. This minimum age varies depending on the country and most nations including Kenya set it at 18 years of age. Abuse of alcoholic drinks or high alcohol consumption can cause a person to develop debilitating alcohol poisoning, becoming an alcoholic or stupor. Alcoholic drinks are classified into two main categories; distilled (spirits and liquors) and undistilled (beer and wine).

A distilled drink is an alcoholic drink produced by distilling. It undergoes a distillation process after fermentation to concentrate its alcohol content, often expressed as Alcohol by Volume (ABV). Distillation purifies this drink by removing diluting components and water from a fermented drink. The fermented liquid is heated until the alcohol and flavourings vaporize and can be drawn off, cooled, and condensed back into a liquid. 

 Liquor: - This is an alcoholic drink produced by distilling grains, fruit, or vegetables, which have already been fermented. In North America, the term hard liquor is used to refer to distilled drinks. 

Spirits: - Spirits is not a specific name for any drink. It refers to distilled alcoholic drinks which are unsweetened and strong. 

All spirits and hard liquor contain a high alcohol content of about 20% to 65% ABV and they have 0% carbohydrates and fat/cholesterol. They are also, technically clear/ colourless and the rich colour such as the golden brown hue they display is out of the ageing process. Distilled beverages are stronger and include popular categories such as whiskey, gin, vodka, rum, brandy, tequila, and liqueurs. Below is an overview of each:

• Brandy is a liquor produced by wine distillation.
• It usually has an alcohol concentration of about 35% to 60% ABV
• It is best enjoyed as an after-dinner drink.

There are three types of brandy; grape brandy, pomace brandy, and fruit brandy. Explore the best brandy prices in Kenya with our extensive selection.

• Gin is produced by distilling juniper berries which give gin its fabulous unique taste.
• It usually has an alcohol content of 35% to 50% ABV. 
• Perfect as a mixer or sipped solo.

Gin spirit was intended to be used as a mixer and not to be consumed on its own, though today it is consumed on its own. Order premium gin brands in Kenya with free delivery in Nairobi.

• Whiskey is produced by distilling fermented grain; barley, rye, wheat, and corn.
• Whisky types include; malt whisky, bourbon whisky, blended whisky and more.  
• The alcohol content is usually around 40% to 55% ABV.

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• Made from fermented sugarcane juice or molasses.
• It is aged in oak barrels.
• The alcohol content is around 40% to 55%.

• Tequila is a popular spirit mainly made from the blue agave plant of Mexico. However, due to a change in Mexican law, today tequila is not necessarily made from blue agave plants only.
• The various tequila colours are obtained through the ageing process.
• Usually has an alcohol content of 40% to 50% ABV.

• Distilled from fermented grains or potatoes. However, some modern brands use other substances such as wheat, rye, and corn.
• Contains purified ethanol and water which goes through various stages of distillation.
• Mostly alcohol content is about 35% to 50% ABV.
• Perfect for cocktails or special occasions.

• Liqueurs cover a broad range of alcoholic drinks that have been infused with herbs, fruits, spices, or cream.
• Some other spirits are turned into liqueurs i.e. vodka liqueur and cream-based varieties.
• Find the best liqueurs in Kenya with just a call at our online liquor store.

Undistilled beverages also known as fermented drinks are fermented but not distilled, resulting in lower alcohol content. Fermentation is the process of using bacteria or yeast to chemically convert sugar into alcohol (ethanol). The main undistilled alcoholic beverages are wines and beers. Wineries companies ferment grapes to make various types of wine while brewery companies ferment barley, wheat, and other grains to make different beer brands. Here’s what you need to know:

• Beers are the world’s most popular and consumed alcoholic drink.
• Made from fermented grains like barley, corns, rice, yeast and wheat, flavored with hops.
• The most popular types of beers are: Lagers (bottom-fermented) and ales (top-fermented).
• Standard beer alcohol content: 2% to 8% ABV, with some variations.
• Fun fact: The glass you drink beer from affects its flavor. Thick or handled glasses help maintain the right temperature and taste. This is because the shape of the glass affects the way you hold it in your hands, which warms the beer and affects its flavour due to the temperature change.

• Produced by fermenting from grape juice or other fruits like apples, berries cherries, and plums.
• It is usually classified as  red wine, white wine, rosé wine, sparkling wine, fortified wine and champagne wine.
• Alcohol content: 9% to 16% ABV, with fortified wines reaching up to 20% ABV.
• The longer the ageing process, the better the wine tastes.

Other Wines types

• Fruit Wines: Made from non-grape fruits such as apples or pears. Alcohol content: 1.2% to 8.5% ABV.
• Sake: A Japanese rice wine.
• Sparkling Wines: Undergo secondary fermentation for effervescence.

Champagne is the most popular sparkling wine in Kenya and usually has an alcohol concentration of about 10% to 12%. Some wines are “fortified” by adding distilled spirit to raise their alcohol content up to 20% ABV.

Alcohol by volume (ABV) and alcohol proof are the main measures used to determine the strength or alcohol concentration of an alcoholic drink. Alcohol by volume is the number of millilitres of ethanol per 100 millilitres of a beverage, while alcohol proof is twice the percentage of alcohol by volume. For example, a drink which has 35% ABV will be 70 proof. This alcohol content measurement is a percentage of alcohol per volume.