Why did Bacardi stop making 151?

Safety and lawsuits
Because of its high alcohol content, Bacardi 151 was particularly flammable among liquors. For this reason it was often used as the ignition source for "flaming shots" and even for at-home pyrotechnic stunts.
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Will Bacardi 151 come back?

Bacardi 151 was phased out of the market late last year by the liquor company. The Brutal Hammer has been able to confirm 151's demise. No official reason has been firmed 151's demise.
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What replaced Bacardi 151?

There are several overproof rums with high alcohol content that can replace Bacardi 151. A few examples are Gosling's Black Seal Dark 151 Rum, Lemon Hart 151 or the Pusser's British Navy Overproof Rum. These rums are some of the very best overproof rums in the market today.
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Has Bacardi 151 been discontinued?

Well, unfortunately BACARDÍ 151 rum had to be discontinued in 2016, but the legend of our Over Proof rum lives on in the memories of its loyal fanbase.
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Is 151 rum illegal?

Can You Still Get Bacardi 151 Rum? Unfortunately, Bacardi stopped producing 151 in the United States in 2016. If you would like to purchase stock that is in stores, you can still do so online.
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What is the strongest alcohol sold in the US?

Spirytus. Proof: 192 (96% alcohol). Made in: PolandApproved a few years ago to be sold in New York State, the Polish-made Spirytus vodka is the strongest liquor for sale in the U.S. “It's like getting punched in the solar plexus,” one sampler told the New York Post.
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Can you buy 151 in California?

The state of California prohibits it. It is illegal in the Golden State to go above 151 proof.
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What is the strongest alcohol in the world?

Spirytus Stawski (96% Alcohol) This is the world's most strongest and potent liquor, that has a gentle smell and a mild taste. It is made using premium ethyl alcohol with a grain base.
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What is the highest proof alcohol?

High-proof alcohols can legally go up to 192 proof in the United States. The strongest liquor you'll find on a shelf in the United States is the Polish vodka, Spirytus, coming in at 192 proof or 96 percent alcohol. For reference, this is an even higher alcohol content than Everclear, which contains 95 percent alcohol.
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Is Don Q 151 the same as Bacardi 151?

INTRODUCTING DON Q 151

Now there is an alternative available for Bacardi 151 Don q 151 This was launched into New Zealand market recently and it has famously become an alternative of Bacardi 151. Don q 151 is available in both 750 ml and 1 Liter.
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What rum is 151 proof?

Bacardi 151 is a highly alcoholic rum that was produced by Bacardi Limited in Hamilton, Bermuda, but is no longer available. 151 proof is equal to 75 percent alcohol content, which is why it has been named that.
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What is the highest proof rum?

The 5 Strongest Rums in the World
  1. Sunset Very Strong Rum. Sunset Very Strong Rum has an 84.5% alcohol by volume content. ...
  2. Stroh 80 Rum. This Austrian favorite contains 80% by volume. ...
  3. John Crow Batty Rum. ...
  4. Bacardi 151. ...
  5. Clarke's Court Spiced Rum.
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Can you buy 151 in America?

Unfortunately, Bacardi stopped producing 151 in the United States in 2016. If you would like to purchase stock that is in stores, you can still do so online.
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Do they still make Everclear?

Everclear 190-proof is available to buy in certain US states at Walmart in 750ml, 1 liter, and 1.75-liter bottles.
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Is Everclear the strongest alcohol?

With 95% alcohol by volume, Everclear, a grain alcohol made in the U.S.A., is shockingly strong, but it's not the strongest liquor in the world. Across the globe, distillers amp up the alcohol content of rums, vodkas, absinthes, whiskeys, and more to create eye-watering, high-proof bottles.
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Is Bacardi stronger than vodka?

Vodka vs Rum Vodka has a alcohol content of 40%-50%, whereas rum has a alcohol content of 37. 5%-80%.
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Why is moonshine illegal?

So why is moonshine still illegal? Because the liquor is worth more to the government than beer or wine. Uncle Sam takes an excise tax of $2.14 for each 750-milliliter bottle of 80-proof spirits, compared with 21 cents for a bottle of wine (of 14 percent alcohol or less) and 5 cents for a can of beer.
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Where is Everclear illegal?

States that currently ban the sale of Everclear include California, Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Hawaii, Iowa, Michigan, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Washington, North Carolina, New Hampshire and Minnesota.
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What's the strongest alcohol you can buy in California?

Five states define the restrictions in terms of alcohol by volume (ABV). California prohibits the sale of beverages greater than 60 percent ABV.
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What is 200 proof alcohol used for?

When we're talking about concentrated alcohol products, it doesn't get better than 200 proof alcohol. Also known as 100% alcohol, pure ethanol, or 99.9% isopropyl alcohol, this substance has a wide application. You can use it as a solvent, cleaning product, disinfectant, and for industrial purposes.
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Is there a 120 proof vodka?

Everclear 120 Proof Grain Vodka | Everclear Vodka | Quality Liquor Store.
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What drink gets you drunk the fastest?

10 Strongest Alcohols In The World That'll Get You High Quickly & Land You In A Lot Of Trouble
  • Hapsburg Gold Label Premium Reserve Absinthe (89.9% Alcohol)
  • Pincer Shanghai Strength (88.88% Alcohol) ...
  • Balkan 176 Vodka (88% Alcohol) ...
  • Sunset Rum (84.5% Alcohol) ...
  • Devil Springs Vodka (80% Alcohol) ...
  • Bacardi 151 (75.5% Alcohol) ...
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What is the weakest alcohol?

Beer generally has the weakest alcohol content, while pure ethanol is the strongest. The stable pure form of ethanol, by the way, is actually around 96 percent alcohol.
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What proof is moonshine?

On average, a proof moonshine could range somewhere between 100 to 150 proof. When you convert that alcohol by volume, 150 proof is equivalent to 75% alcohol by volume.
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