Liqueur Wine
Also known as: fortified wine
Liqueur wine is an alcoholic beverage with elevated ethanol (15-22% ABV). Ethanol is classified by IARC as a Group 1 carcinogen.
What it is
Fortified wine (e.g., port, sherry, Madeira) with added grape spirit, typically 15-22% ABV.
Beverage; cooking ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- ethanol (Group 1 carcinogen)
- fetal alcohol risk
- addiction potential
- may contain sulfites (allergen)
- high sugar (some styles)
What regulators actually say
"IARC has classified alcoholic beverages and the consumption of ethanol as Group 1 - carcinogenic to humans."
"27 CFR Part 16 requires the Surgeon General's warning on alcoholic beverage containers regarding birth defects, impairment, and health risks."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Wine regulated by TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau); Surgeon General warning required on labels (27 CFR 16).
European Union — EFSA
Liqueur wine defined and regulated under EU Reg 1308/2013 (CMO Regulation, Part II of Annex VII).
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