Brandy

Question 1

What led to brandy being created?

Answer 1

Ships had limited space, so they eliminated the water in the wine to reduce the number of barrels and discovered it could be made into a spirit.

Question 2

What state produces the most brandy in the U.S.?

Answer 2

California

Question 3

True or False: the base wine from which brandy is made is drastically different than a regular table wine.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What does the term “single barrel” mean in terms of brandy?

Answer 4

Blending of different barrels did not take place.

Question 5

Which of the the following is NOT one of the 6 crus of the Cognac region: Borderies, Fins Bois, Grande Champagne, Tenareze?

Answer 5

Tenareze

Question 6

Which 2 countries are the only regions allowed to use the term “pisco”?

Answer 6

Peru and Chile

Question 7

What glass is recommended for brandy tasting?

Answer 7

Tulip-shaped

Question 8

Which brandy cocktail contains brandy and Benedictine?

Answer 8

B & B

Question 9

A customer asks you to explain the difference between Cognac and Armagnac. What is the best response?

Answer 9

Each are named for the region of France where the grapes are produced.

Question 10

A customer asks you where in the world the majority of brandy is produced. What is the best response?

Answer 10

California