Lesson 6 - Brandy Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three components of a alembic charentais
A
Direct fire boiler
Wine preheated
Worm wood condenser
2
Q
What type of distillation is used for cognac
A
Alembic chadtieies
3
Q
What is double distillation
A
Double distillation refers to congnac production. Where both pot stills collect hearts rather than typically pot distillation where only the spirit still does
4
Q
What is the legal limit for plates in a armaganc still
A
15
5
Q
Why is a special still used for Armagnac spirit
A
The distillite is highly aromatic and used for long maturations at 52-60%
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7
Q
What is grappa distillation
A
Grappa distillation is used for the distillation of grape skin wash
8
Q
What are the two ways grappa is distilled
A
Via continuous distillation or vapour extraction
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