Brandy Flashcards
What lead to brandy being created
Ships had limited space so they eliminated the water in wine to reduce the number of barrels and discovered it could be made into a spirit
What state in the United States produces the most brandy?
California
True or false: the base wine in which brandy is made is drastically different than a regular table wine
True
What does the term “Single Barrel” mean in terms of brandy?
Blending of different barrels of brandy did not take place
Which of the following is not one of the 6 crus of the Cognac Region?
A. Borderies
B. Fin Bois
C. Grande Champagne
D. Ténarèze
D. Ténarèze
Which 2 countries are the only regions allowed to use the term pisco?
Peru and Chile
What glass is recommended for brandy tasting?
Tulip-shaped glass
Which brandy cocktail contains brandy and benedictine?
B & B
explain the difference between Cognac and Armagnac
Each are named for the region in France where the grapes are produced
Where is the majority of brandy produced in the world?
California
Ingredients in an Angel Kiss
Brandy, sloe gin, white Creme De cacao, light cream
Ingredients in a jack rose
Apple jack brandy, lemon, grenadine, lemon twist
Ingredients in an apple jack
Apple jack brandy, lemon, sugar, orange bitters, soda water
Largest cru in the cognac region
Fins bois
Bas armagnac is what?
The cru that makes the best armagnac
Bas armagnac is what?
The cru that makes the best armagnac
