Alcohol distillation is a process used to separate alcohol from a mixture, typically involving fermented liquids like wine or beer. This is achieved by heating the liquid to a temperature where the alcohol evaporates, then cooling the vapor to condense it back into liquid form. The result is a higher concentration of alcohol. The process relies on the different boiling points of the components in the mixture. Ethanol, the type of alcohol found in beverages, has a lower boiling point than water, allowing it to be collected separately. This method is essential for producing spirits like whiskey and vodka.