Grain Alcohol

What Is Grain Alcohol?

If you’re looking to launch a spirits brand, grain alcohol is an ideal place to start—and Sasma is here to help. We supply high-quality grain alcohol that delivers exceptional purity at competitive prices. Curious about the grains we use? Read on to learn more.

How Is Grain Alcohol Made?

Creating neutral grain spirits requires multiple distillations, leading to a highly concentrated, clear, and odorless alcohol. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

  • Step One–Selecting the Raw Material: The first step is choosing the type of natural grain to be fermented and distilled. Common grains used in neutral grain spirit production include corn, rye, wheat, barley, and rice.
  • Step Two–Fermentation: Once the grain is selected, it undergoes fermentation—a biological process where sugars are converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Yeast plays a key role in this stage, acting as the catalyst that breaks down sugars and transforms them into ethanol and other byproducts.
  • Step Three–Distillation: After fermentation, the liquid is distilled to separate the alcohol from the water and impurities. Distillation involves heating the fermented mixture until the alcohol (which has a lower boiling point than water) evaporates. The alcohol vapor is then cooled and condensed into liquid form, resulting in a highly concentrated spirit.

The Use And Application Of Grain Alcohol

The applications of grain alcohol are varied. It can be used to redistill gin. Apart from gin, it has numerous industrial uses. Neutral Alcohol 96% derived from grain is utilized in various sectors, including the pharmaceutical and medical industries, the cosmetic industry, and the food and beverage sector. Within the food industry, it is employed in sweeteners, liqueur-infused bonbons, vinegar, and vanilla extract. In beverages, it can be used to produce vodka and matured for making limoncello. Grain Alcohol can also be used in commercial and industrial applications such as hand sanitizer production, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

Contact Our Sales Team

Sasma can supply you with a variety of packaging types when it comes to grain alcohol. We offer grain alcohol in bulk in 1000-liter IBC containers and ISO tanks of 25.000 liters. When you contact [email protected]m, we will provide more information about our packaging and pricing. As one of the world’s largest independently owned suppliers of bulk premium alcohol and spirits, we have an extensive network of premium alcohol distilleries worldwide. Therefore, we can source raw materials and various grades of alcohol from all over the world at the most competitive prices.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What Alcohol Is Made From Grain?

Grain alcohol, known as grain neutral spirit (GNS), is a high-proof alcohol distilled from fermented grains. It’s a versatile base used in the production of various spirits:

  • Vodka: Derived from wheat or corn, vodka utilizes grain alcohol as its base. The neutral flavor profile of grain alcohol contributes to vodka’s characteristic clean and smooth taste.
  • Gin: Production often starts with grain alcohol, which is then redistilled with botanicals, primarily juniper berries, to impart its distinct flavor. Grain alcohol ensures a neutral foundation that allows the botanical flavors to shine.
  • Rum: This spirit is traditionally made from sugarcane byproducts like molasses or sugarcane juice. Therefore, rum is not considered a grain alcohol.
Does Grain Alcohol Have Gluten?

Distilled grain alcohol is generally considered gluten-free, even when produced from gluten-containing grains like wheat, rye, or barley. The distillation process effectively removes proteins, including gluten, resulting in a product safe for individuals with gluten sensitivities. At Sasma, we maintain the highest standards in quality and compliance.

How Strong Is Grain Alcohol?

Grain alcohol is known for its high alcohol content. It is typically distilled to a high proof, usually between 190-192 proof (95-96% alcohol by volume). This high potency makes grain alcohol suitable for use as a base in various spirits and industrial applications.

Additional information
HOW ITS MADE During this process, the grains are repeatedly distilled which then creates a highly concentrated, clear, and odorless spirit.   STEP ONE Choosing the Raw Material During this step, the type of natural grain is chosen for fermenting and distilling. The most popular grains used for Neutral Grain Spirits are Corn, Rye, Wheat, Barley, or Rice.   STEP TWO Fermentation of the Chosen Grain Once the grain is chosen, it’s time to begin fermentation. Fermentation is a very common term used across the alcohol industry. It refers to the biological process in which sugar is converted into alcohol and carbon dioxide. The catalyst in this process is yeast, used to break down the sugars and convert them into alcohol and other bi-products.   STEP THREE Distillation Once fermentation is complete, distillation begins. This is the process in which the fermented grain is converted from a liquid into a vapor, then back into a liquid. The grain that’s being distilled determines the distillation method: column or pot still. During this step, the product from the fermentation step is boiled to a certain temperature to produce the final product, Neutral Grain Spirits. Alcohol (ethanol) has a lower boiling point than water, therefore evaporating into a gas during the distillation process. After it’s captured in its gas form, it cools down and leaves us with a liquid mixture of highly concentrated alcohol.   Certificates ISO 9001, ISO 22000, Lloyd’s Register Available upon request Kosher, Non GMO

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