Question 1

Which of the following grapes is used for Cognac production?&#10;A) Semillon&#10;B) Trebbiano&#10;C) Pinot Gris&#10;D) Chenin Blanc

Accepted Answer

Cognac is primarily made from Ugni Blanc, which is known as Trebbiano in Italy. This grape variety is the most common grape used in the production of Cognac.

Question 2

The oldest brandy to be produced was:&#10;A) Cognac&#10;B) Armagnac&#10;C) Calvados&#10;D) Pisco

Accepted Answer

Armagnac is considered the oldest type of brandy in France, with its production dating back to the early 15th century, making it older than Cognac, Calvados, and Pisco.

Question 3

Which of the following is an orange-flavored liqueur?&#10;A) Midori&#10;B) Cointreau&#10;C) Tia Maria&#10;D) Pastis

Accepted Answer

Cointreau is an orange-flavored liqueur, known for its use in cocktails such as the Margarita and the Cosmopolitan.

Question 4

There is no difference between Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey except their place of origin.

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Whiskey, like Jack Daniel's, undergoes an additional filtering process known as the Lincoln County Process, where the whiskey is filtered through charcoal before aging, which is not a requirement for Bourbon.

Question 5

Vodka can legally be distilled from a base of neutral grains.

Accepted Answer

Vodka can be distilled from any fermentable material, but it is most commonly made from grains such as wheat, corn, rye, or barley, which are considered neutral grains.

Question 6

Clear spirits (or lightly-to-non-aged spirits) indicate minimal to no oak aging.

Accepted Answer

Clear spirits, such as vodka, gin, and some rums and tequilas, typically undergo minimal to no oak aging, which is why they retain their clear color. Aging in oak barrels is what imparts color to spirits.

Question 7

Explain the distinction between vodka and gin.

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Question 8

Identify and explain the 5 styles of gin.

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Question 9

Explain the difference between Single malt and blended Scotch.

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Question 10

What are congeners, and how are they considered undesirable in clear spirits, but are considered acceptable in brown spirits?

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Deck 11: The Distillery: Spirits and Liqueurs of the World