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Spirits - MA Questions 15.08.20 Flashcards

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1
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What is the approximate boiling point for ethyl alcohol at sea level?

A

Approx 78 degrees C.

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Who developed and improved the alembic still in the 8th century?

A

Jabir ibn Hayyan.

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3
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Define congeners.

A

Volatile molecules such as esters, other alcohols, and aldehydes, which contribute to the flavor (or off-flavor) of a spirit.

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4
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Which spirit would be more flavourful? One obtained using a pot still or one using a continuous still?

A

Pot still.

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5
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How are the columns in the continuous still called?

A

The analyzer and the rectifier.

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6
Q

What is the difference between maceration and infusion?

A

Maceration and infusion are similar techniques that involve steeping a flavoring agent in alcohol; maceration is a slower, cold method and infusion is a quicker, hot method.

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What is the minimum abv for vodka required by EU?

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37.5 %.

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In which case an EU vodka producer must state the products used in the fermentation?

A

When the products are others than potato or grains.

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9
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What is the country of origin for Ikon vodka?

A

Russia.

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10
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What is Tito’s vodka made from?

A

100% Corn.

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11
Q

What is Awamori?

A

An Okinawan style of shochu, always distilled from long grain indica rice.

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12
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What is the minimum % of “malt wine” for Oude Genever?

A

Min 15%, a distillate of corn, rye and wheat.

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13
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What is the minimum percentage of corn required for Corn Whiskey?

A

80%.

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14
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What is the minimum ageing in new charred oak barrels for Rye Whiskey?

A

Min 2 years.

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15
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Where would you find the distilleries Ardbeg, Lagavulin and Laphroaig?

A

Islay.

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16
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Give 3 distilleries in Speyside.

A

Glenlivet, Glenfiddich and Macallan.

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17
Q

What is the minimum ageing required for Irish Whiskies?

A

Min 3 years.

18
Q

Where would you find Glenora Distillers?

A

Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.

19
Q

What is the minimum abv required by EU for Brandy?

A

Min 36% abv.

20
Q

How are the two distillation phases called in Cognac?

A

Brouillis and Bonne Chauffe.

21
Q

What is the minimum ageing requirement for XO Cognac post 2018?

A

10 years.

22
Q

What is the only hybrid grape allowed in any French AOP used in Armagnac?

A

Baco Blanc.

23
Q

What is Blanche Armagnac?

A

Young Armagnac bottled after 3 months of ageing in an inert container.

24
Q

What is the ageing requirement for VSOP Armagnac? How about prior to 2013?

A

4 to 9 years. Min 5 years.

25
Q

What is the minimum ageing requirement for vintage Armagnac?

A

Min 10 years.

26
Q

What are the average ageing for:
Solera Brandy
Solera Reserva Brandy
Solera Gran Reserva

A

Solera Brandy – 1 year
Solera Reserva Brandy – 3 years
Solera Gran Reserva – 10 years

27
Q

What is the equivalent for Marc in Portugal?

A

Bagaceira.

28
Q

What is the method of distillation used for Calvados Domfrontais and what is the minimum ageing in cask?

A

Continuous distillation; min 3 years.

29
Q

What is Boukha?

A

A fig eau de vie, the national drink of Tunisia.

30
Q

What is the ageing requirement in cask for Añejo Tequilla?

A

Max 3 years.

31
Q

Which Agave type is widely used in the production of Mezcal?

A

Agave Espadin (agave angustifolia).

32
Q 
What are the primary flavour and country of origin for the below liqueurs?
Suze 
Boonekamp 
Van der Hume 
Pisang Ambon 
Krupnik
A 
Suze – Gentian Root and herbs; France
Boonekamp – Herbs, Roots & Spices; Germany
Van der Hume – Tangerine; South Africa
Pisang Ambon – Banana; Netherlands
Krupnik – Honey; Poland
33
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What are the ingredients for the below cocktails?
Bronx 
Manhattan 
Stinger 
Hemingway Daiquiri 
Cape Codder
A

Bronx – gin, sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, orange juice.
Manhattan – rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, angostura bitters.
Stinger – brandy, white crème de menthe.
Hemingway Daiquiri – white rum, grapefruit juice, lime juice, Maraschino Liqueur.
Cape Codder – vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice.

34
Q

In which department would you find Kirsch de Fougerolles AOC?

A

Haute-Saône, Vosges.

35
Q

What is Bacanora?

A

A Mexican spirit similar to tequila produced from Agave Angustifolia in the state of Sonora. The DO is not recognised internationally.

36
Q

Historically, where outside of France was Chartreuse produced?

A

Tarragona, Spain.

37
Q

What is the raw ingredient allowed for the production of Rhum Agricole?

A

Sugarcane juice.

38
Q

What is the minimum ageing in cask for Extra Añejo Tequila?

A

Min 3 years.

39
Q

What is the minimum percentage of pear cider required for Calvados Domfrontais?

A

Min 30%.

40
Q

What is the minimum ageing for Calvados Napoléon?

A

Min 6 years.

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