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Why is alcohol called a spirit?

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What is a spirit mixed with water called?

Alcohol mixed with water is generically called grog.


Why is a spirit level called a spirit level?

Because the tube is partly filled with coloured spirit or alcohol so the air bubble is more visible.


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What is the scottish white spirit called with a high alcohol content?

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How is beer and spirit consumed different?

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Which spirit has the highest alcohol content?

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