Vodka and Whisky – Their Status on Pesach
Question
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Shalom,
Are the products in the pictures complete chametz that must be removed before Pesach, or is it permitted to leave them in the house during Pesach (without using them)?
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Shalom,
Are the products in the pictures complete chametz that must be removed before Pesach, or is it permitted to leave them in the house during Pesach (without using them)?
Answer
Shalom u’vracha.
Whisky is full chametz, as it is produced from fermented grain.
Vodka is generally also chametz, but it can be made from potatoes and other ingredients as well, so its status is that of a doubtful chametz.
It is forbidden to use them on Pesach. However, they may be sold to a non-Jew.
Even those who are stringent and do not sell full chametz are lenient regarding the sale of expensive products.
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