Ingredient

Distilled Alcohol

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
In food, distilled alcohol is primarily used as a solvent for flavors and extracts, …

What it is

Distilled alcohol, also known as ethanol, is a clear, colorless liquid produced by the fermentation of sugars by yeast. This process is used to make alcoholic beverages and can also be used to produce high-purity alcohol for food applications. It is then purified through distillation.

Why it's used

In food, distilled alcohol is primarily used as a solvent for flavors and extracts, helping to distribute them evenly throughout a product. It can also act as a preservative by inhibiting microbial growth. It is commonly found in sauces, marinades, and some processed foods where flavor enhancement is desired.

Health notes

Distilled alcohol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. When consumed in the small amounts typically found in food products, it is not associated with the health effects of alcoholic beverages. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated ethanol, and EFSA has also considered its use. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from its use as a food ingredient at typical levels.

Allergen info

Distilled alcohol is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Distilled Alcohol

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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