Is chocolate liquor considered alcohol? The surprising truth
                                
                                
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                                The word "liquor" can be confusing in culinary contexts, often leading to a common misconception. Despite its name, pure chocolate liquor contains no alcohol and is a key ingredient in making chocolate, not a distilled spirit. This fundamental distinction separates a pure cocoa product from an alcoholic beverage.