Flavoured

Flavoured spirits are alcoholic beverages that have been infused, distilled, or blended with natural or artificial flavouring agents during or after production. The flavouring process varies by category and producer, ranging from redistillation with botanicals and fruits to post-distillation infusion and maceration. Unlike liqueurs, which typically contain added sugar, flavoured spirits maintain the base spirit's strength while introducing distinct taste profiles through citrus peels, herbs, spices, or other aromatic ingredients.

These spirits retain the fundamental characteristics of their base category while expressing additional flavour dimensions. Flavoured gins often showcase citrus elements like orange or lemon alongside traditional botanicals, while flavoured vodkas may highlight single ingredients such as lime. The flavouring process should complement rather than mask the base spirit's quality, creating a balanced product where both the original spirit character and the added flavours are discernible.

Production of flavoured spirits spans multiple countries and traditions, from Italian citrus-forward gins that incorporate regional ingredients to Swedish vodka innovations and tropical rum expressions from Caribbean territories. Contemporary examples include citrus-infused gins from Italian producers, lime-flavoured vodkas from Scandinavian distilleries, and orange blossom gins that blend traditional London Dry techniques with Mediterranean influences. The category encompasses both traditional regional specialties and modern flavour innovations across rum, gin, and vodka production.