Random Deck #8 Flashcards
The six processes of oak aging
- Extraction * Evaporation * Oxidation * Concentration * Filtration * Coloration
Mexican state that is the leading producer of mezcal
Oaxaca
Typical base ingredient for shaojiu/baijiu
Sorghum
Quinquina named after an archangel
St. Raphael
Definition of EU brandy (base material, max distillation proof, aging)
- Produced from grapes * Distilled at a max of 189.6 proof * Aged for at least one year in any type of oak container - or a minimum of 6 months in small oak barrels
Minimum bottling proof for flavored US vodka
60 proof / 30% abv
Large, closed containers, as used for fermentation in Scotland
Washbacks
German juniper-flavored spirit drink produced by the H.W. Schlichte Company
Steinhäger
Label term used to indicate a Cognac produced from grapes grown within the Grande Champagne and Petite Champagne districts
Fine Champagne (note: a minimum of 50% of the grapes must be from Grande Champagne)
A tall flowering herb - stems and ribs are used to add an earthy aroma to gin
Angelica
The points of separation between the heads and the heart, and the heart and the tails
Cut points
What is the minimum required aging for Canadian whisky?
3 years in wood
Greek (brandy) spirit flavored with rose petals, herbs, and Muscat wine
Metaxa
Required mash bill for Bourbon
Minimum 51% corn
Five recognized regions (geographical indications) for Scotch Whisky
- The Highlands * The Lowlands * Speyside * Islay * Campbeltown
Aging requirement for Blanco Tequila
No aging required
What was the “original” brand of bottled Bourbon created by George Garvin Brown (1870)?
Forester (Old Forester)
The four leading Cognac houses
- Hennessy * Martell * Rémy Martin * Courvoisier (together, these account for 80% of sales)
Distillery that owns the last fully-working wooden continuous Coffey Still in existence
Demerara Distillers
Certificate required to accompany each consignment of cognac
Acquit Régional Jaune d’Or (‘Golden Certificate’ issued by the local tax office)
