Alcoholic beverages and methods for making the same

Abstract

The present disclosure provides improved alcoholic beverages and methods of making alcoholic beverages, such as vodka, gin, whiskey, akvavit, rum, scotch, bourbon, scotch and the like. A vodka comprises a fermentable base, water, a neutral spirit and an element from a volcanic rock. Impurities are removed from the vodka by filtering the beverage through the volcanic rock. Filtering the vodka with a volcanic rock and/or incorporating an element from the volcanic rock into the vodka increases the temporal profile of the alcohol on the tastebuds. This spreads out the overall impact of the alcohol on the tastebuds over time, thereby reducing the immediately harshness or burning sensation of the alcohol within the vodka. In addition, this process appears to inhibit activation of the bitter taste receptors, thereby reducing aftertaste and improving the overall finish of the vodka, resulting in a more pleasurable drinking experience.

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