An alcoholic beverage is an intoxicating drink that contains ethanol, a type of alcohol. LIQUOR, also known as hard LIQUOR, is a distilled alcoholic beverage with a high alcohol content. A COCKTAIL is a mixed drink made from two or more ingredients, usually including a base spirit such as vodka, gin, or RUM. LIQUEUR is a sweetened alcoholic beverage made from a base of spirits and flavored with fruits, herbs, spices, flowers, nuts, or cream. BOOZE is a slang term for any type of alcoholic beverage. ALE is a type of BEER brewed using a warm fermentation method, resulting in a sweet, full-bodied and fruity taste. RUM is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts such as molasses or sugarcane juice. BEER is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grains, usually barley, hops, and yeast. TODDY is a hot alcoholic beverage made from a base of spirits, hot water, and honey. MEAD is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey and water. RYE is a type of whiskey made from RYE grain. NIPA is a type of alcoholic beverage made from fermented sap of the NIPA palm. COLLINS is a type of mixed drink made from a base of spirits, lemon juice, and sugar. Spirits are an alcoholic beverage made from distilled grains, fruits, or vegetables. An INTOXICANT is a substance that can cause intoxication when consumed.