The advantages of alcohol distillation mainly include the following aspects:
Increasing alcohol concentration: Through the distillation process, low-concentration alcohol can be evaporated and re-condensed into liquid after condensation, thereby significantly increasing the alcohol concentration. For example, the alcohol concentration of distilled liquor can usually reach 50% to 70%, or even higher.
Improving flavor: The distillation process can not only increase the alcohol concentration, but also enhance the flavor of the wine. During the distillation process, various volatile components in the fermented mash will evaporate in turn according to their boiling points. These components play an important role in the aroma and taste of the wine. Through distillation, these components are concentrated, making the flavor of the wine more intense and complex.
Killing microorganisms: During the fermentation process, a large number of microorganisms, including yeast, bacteria, etc., will exist in the fermented mash. These microorganisms will produce some undesirable by-products during the fermentation process, such as fusel alcohols, sour substances, etc., which affect the quality and taste of the wine. The high temperature of the distillation process can kill these microorganisms, thereby reducing the generation of harmful substances and improving the purity and safety of the wine.
Easy to store and transport: High-concentration alcohol is more stable and less likely to deteriorate than low-concentration alcohol. After increasing the alcohol concentration through distillation, the storage and transportation of wine is more convenient and safer. High-concentration wine is not easy to oxidize and volatilize during storage, thus maintaining its original flavor and quality.
Removing impurities: Through multiple distillations, impurities and other high-boiling point components in the wine can be removed, thereby increasing the purity of the wine. Each distillation removes a portion of impurities, making the final alcohol purity higher.
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