Of the many distilled spirits available, there are only six bases: brandy, gin, rum, tequila, vodka, and whisky. While similar methods are used for distillation, each method has a unique flavor, and there are different styles within each category. These form the basis of most cocktails and are often

Vodka is one of the most basic neutral spirits and a key ingredient in many classic cocktails. Although vodka is produced worldwide, the spirit is still closely associated with distilleries in countries such as Russia, Poland, Sweden and Finland in the "Vodka Belt".

As more spirits options enter the market and more people choose to enjoy distilled beverages, there is a growing need for education to help improve consumer and employee understanding of the beverages they drink.As a first step, here we decipher some common spirits labelling terms to help decipher t