Determination of Ethyl Alcohol: Why and How to Test for Ethyl Alcohol in Alcoholic Beverages?

What is Ethyl Alcohol? How Is It Tested?

What is Ethyl Alcohol?

Drinks are divided into two categories: alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Non-alcoholic beverages include drinks such as milk, tea, soda, fruit juice, energy drinks that do not contain alcohol. Alcoholic beverages, on the other hand, are colorless, volatile, flammable beverages obtained by distillation of sugary liquids and have a distinctive odor. There are different types of alcohol. However, the one produced by humans is ethyl alcohol.

Ethyl alcohol is the only type of alcohol used in the production of alcoholic beverages. Also called ethanol, it is a clear, colorless, fragrant and flammable liquid. Ethyl alcohol has a wide range of uses. It is used in the production of many products such as thermometer fluids, perfume production, preparation of alcoholic beverages.

Ethyl alcohol is obtained by distillation of plants and fruits and used in the production of alcoholic beverages. Methyl alcohol, obtained by distillation of wood, is a toxic and harmful alcohol. It is generally used in imitation and adulteration of alcoholic beverages.

Why Ethyl Alcohol is Tested in Alcoholic Beverages?

One of the tests performed on alcoholic beverages is the determination of Ethyl Alcohol, the main component of these beverages. The studies, where protecting consumer health is the main goal, are carried out to ensure compliance with legal regulations, to ensure that the product matches the alcohol content specified on the label and to prevent negative situations such as counterfeiting. In addition, ethyl alcohol testing ensures that there are no harmful substances or excessive alcohol levels so that the beverage can be consumed safely.

How is Ethyl Alcohol in Alcoholic Beverages Tested?

Ethyl Alcohol Determination is performed using various methods to accurately determine the alcohol content. The main methods used to test ethyl alcohol are as follows:

Gas Chromatography (GC)
Hydrometer Method
Breathalyzer (Alcohol Meter)
Diode Forward Looking Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Biological and Chemical Methods

These are important studies to ensure that the product complies with legal standards and consumer safety. Nano-lab Laboratories Group continues to provide services within the scope of Ethyl Alcohol Determination in Alcoholic Beverages. We also provide services in Methyl Alcohol Determination in Alcoholic Beverages.

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