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LIQUORS
Absinthe is a bitter, rather greenish liqueur containing oil of
wormwood, oil of anise, fennel, coriander, and other in
gredients. It is stronger than most liqueurs, containing,
as it does, about 70 to 80% of alcohol. France and Swit
zerland are the main producing countries. The Swiss ab
sinthe is said to be the strongest.
Ale is a liquor produced from the fermentation of barley malt,
and is flavored with hops. Its manufacture is similar to
that of beer. In fact, in England ale is called beer. Ale,
however, is "heavier" than beer, and contains more solids.
American ale contains about 6% to 7% of alcohol.
Aiig'OStura> Bitters is named for the bark which is used in its
manufacture. Angostura Bark comes from Venezuela. In
addition to this bark the bitters contain canella, cinchona,
lemon peel and other ingredients with alcohol, all of which
make the essence. The alcoholic content is high, but the
bitters are usually used for flavor only. (See Bitters.)
Anisette isa liqueur or cordial prepared mostly inFrance from
a distillation of anise seed. In alcoholic content it runs
around 40%.
Apple Brandy is a distillation of fermented cider or apple
juice. It is variously known as Apple Jack and Apple
Whiskey. It contains around 50% of alcohol.
(See
Brandy.)
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