Ethanol is an organic chemical compound with the formula CH3CH2OH. It is a colorless, flammable liquid with a distinct aroma. It is the simplest alcohol and is widely used as a solvent and fuel. Ethanol is miscible with water and is often used in beverages as an intoxicating ingredient. It is also used in the chemical industry to produce industrial chemicals such as ethylene glycol, ethyl acetate, and ethyl chloride.