Grain Neutral Spirit in bulk — a high-purity base alcohol for spirits production, beverage manufacturing, and industrial applications.
Sasma supplies Grain Neutral Spirit (GNS) in bulk to distillers, beverage producers, food manufacturers, and industrial buyers worldwide. Also referred to as Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA) or Neutral Grain Spirit (NGS) in different markets, GNS is produced from grains such as corn, wheat, rye, barley, or rice through multiple distillation and rectification stages — delivering a colourless, Neutral alcohol suitable for the most demanding production requirements.
Contact our sales team for current availability and pricing. Full technical specifications are available to download below.
Technical Specifications
Neutral ethyl alcohol 96% vol. (192 proof)
Made from Grain
Produced in the EU or the US
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Alcohol content at 20°C (%vol) 95.1 - 96.9
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Density at 20°C (kg/liter) 0.811 - 0.804
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Water content (%m/m) 7.5 - 4.8
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Appearance Colorless, clear
Additional Information
Applications
Grain Neutral Spirit is used across the following industries and applications:
- Spirits production — a high-purity base for Vodka, Gin, liqueurs, and other distilled spirits
- Flavour extraction & food manufacturing — solvent for botanical extraction, preservative, and vinegar production
- Cosmetics & personal care — perfumes, hair sprays, and personal care formulations
- Pharmaceutical & industrial — antiseptics, pharmaceutical formulations, solvents, and cleaning products
Contact our sales team to discuss your specific application and required specification.
Packaging Options
Sasma supplies bulk alcohol and spirits in 25,000-litre ISO containers, 1,000-litre IBCs, and HDPE drums. Drum shipments require a minimum of 80 drums per container, depending on the product. Stock can be shipped direct from distillery or from our warehouses in Europe and the USA, supporting efficient delivery to your location.
All formats comply with international transport and safe handling requirements. Contact our sales team to confirm the right packaging format for your product and destination.
Why Choose Sasma?
Sasma BV is one of the world’s largest independently owned bulk alcohol and spirits suppliers. Since 2002, we have supplied brand owners, bottlers, and private label producers in over 70 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. We are certified to FSSC 22000 — one of the highest internationally recognised food safety management standards — ensuring traceability and compliance across our supply chain.
Our sales, logistics, and operations teams support every order from first inquiry through to final delivery. Contact us by phone or email, or submit an inquiry using the form linked below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grain Neutral Spirit?
Grain Neutral Spirit (GNS) is a high-purity neutral alcohol produced by fermenting and distilling grains such as corn, wheat, rye, barley, or rice through multiple rectification stages. The result is a colourless, neutral spirit widely used as a base alcohol in spirits production, beverage manufacturing, and a range of food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
What is the difference between GNS, ENA, and NGS?
Grain Neutral Spirit (GNS), Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA), and Neutral Grain Spirit (NGS) refer to the same category of high-purity neutral alcohol — the terminology varies by market and regulatory framework. Contact our sales team to confirm the correct product designation for your market.
What grain bases are available?
Sasma supplies GNS produced from a range of grains including corn, wheat, rye, barley, and rice. The grain base affects the flavour profile, regulatory classification, and certification options available. Contact our sales team to confirm the right origin for your application.
What certified formats are available?
GNS is available in food-grade, organic, gluten-free, and Non-GMO formats depending on origin and production standards. Contact our sales team to confirm which certifications apply to current stock.
Where can I find technical specifications?
Full technical specifications and Certificates of Analysis are available to download on this page. Contact our sales team if you require additional documentation.
Can Sasma supply to our market?
We supply to customers in over 70 countries. Contact us to confirm delivery to your location and to discuss any market-specific import requirements.