Questions & Answers

The general ruling in such matters is what is found in the hadith of the Prophet ﷺ. When asked regarding a certain drink, he said:

"Every drink that intoxicates is forbidden." [Bukhari 5585]

Therefore, the only reason that a certain drink would be forbidden is if it intoxicates, regardless of what it is made from. This is a beneficial hadith which serves as a principle when it comes to things that one consumes.

Fermentation is Not the Issue:
The process of fermentation is not, in itself, an issue, as there are a number of products that are the result of fermentation, such as:
- Vinegar
- Yoghurt
- Cheese

These are permitted to make and consume because they do not intoxicate when consumed.

Guidance for Muslims:
It is upon every Muslim to deal only with what is clearly ḥalāl and to avoid doubtful matters, as the Prophet ﷺ advised.

The general ruling in such matters is what is found in the hadith of the Prophet ﷺ. When asked regarding a certain drink, he said:

"Every drink that intoxicates is forbidden." [Bukhari 5585]

Therefore, the only reason that a certain drink would be forbidden is if it intoxicates, regardless of what it is made from. This is a beneficial hadith which serves as a principle when it comes to things that one consumes.

Fermentation is Not the Issue:
The process of fermentation is not, in itself, an issue, as there are a number of products that are the result of fermentation, such as:
- Vinegar
- Yoghurt
- Cheese

These are permitted to make and consume because they do not intoxicate when consumed.

Guidance for Muslims:
It is upon every Muslim to deal only with what is clearly ḥalāl and to avoid doubtful matters, as the Prophet ﷺ advised.