<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Years ago at a CSA meeting somebody gave a talk on liquor and he said: Distilling any product removes all the protein which makes it safe for celiacs. HOWEVAH! they then put in stuff which makes it taste good and that is not good for celiacs. Vodka supposedly does not have anything added that makes it taste good therefore it's safe for celiacs. This is also true of vinegar. Distilled white vinegar is safe until they put the stuff in to preserve it. (They have to "preserve" vinegar?) Back to vodka, please. I think it's safe whether it's made from grain or potatoes. Now, olives. Want to taste something great whether in or out of your cocktail? Cut up several cloves of garlic and put those slivers into a jar of olives. Let sit for 30 days, turning the jar upside down every few days. They are so good that you start a couple of jars every few weeks so you don't run out. You don't have to have vodka to enjoy these olives, but it's a nice touch. Nan [log in to unmask]