Liquor Facts Flashcards
What are neutral grain spirits?
Vodka: unaged , colorless, distilled spirit, originally made in Russia.
Gin: made by redistilling spirits with flavoring agents, especially juniper berries, orange peel, Angelica root, etc.
What is rum made with?
Molasses or sugar cane.
What is whiskey made out of?
Grain, such as barley, rye, or corn.
Rye whiskey is spicier
Tennessee whiskey is charcoal-filtered
Irish whiskey is made from barley
What is the name of the river in Kentucky that is perfect for distilling?
Bluegrass River
What makes whiskey bourbon?
It must be at least 51% corn.
What is the “angel share?”
The 2% of alcohol lost in the barrel-aging process.
Where is scotch made?
Scotland
How does scotch get its smoky taste?
From burning peat.
How is gin made?
With juniper berries.
What is tequila made of?
Blue agave
What is the Drink Making Process?
- Identify glassware
- Identify building method
- Ice
- Liquor/liqueur (use two hands whenever possible)
- Mixers
- Garnish
- Straw
