congener
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Hangovers are believed to be caused by congeners, chemicals produced by the alcohol termination process that are present in drinks from wine and beer to hard liquor.
From Salon
Whether a grain or fruit is used to make the vodka, each has a number of flavoring ingredients known as “congeners” that give the final product its unique taste.
From Salon
“But there is some research that darker drinks give more severe hangovers because they contain compounds called congeners. They add flavour and character, but it’s thought they can have unpleasant side effects.”
From The Guardian
The fewer congeners you consume, the better to lessen your hangover symptoms.
From Salon
“I don’t want to say it’s meaningless, but it’s much more detailed and informative if you’re looking at the congener level,” Majcher said.
From Washington Post
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