WHISKEY Flashcards
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What is Bourbon Whiskey?
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Bourbon is an unblended American Whiskey.
- It’s name comes from Bourbon county Kentucky.
- -Bourbon is produced from fermented mash 51% corn.
- Distilled at no more than 160 proof
- Aged at least 2 years in new charred oak barrels
- Bourbon can now be produced anywhere in US, not just Kentucky
Examples: Knob Creek,Makers Mark, Elijah Craig,
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What is Whiskey?
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Whiskey is a grain spirit aged in wood barrels. Supposedly originated in Ireland.
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What is Tennessee Whiskey?
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– The only difference in process between Tennessee whiskey and bourbon is the charcoal mellowing process…. Filtration thru 10 feet of maple charcoal
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American Rue Whiskey
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–Made like Bourbon (aged in charred oak barrels) but made from 51% rye (not corn).
Examples: Must say RYE on label
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American & Canadian Blended Whiskey.
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20 % straight whiskey and blends
Seagrams/ Crown Royal
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Single Malt Scotch Whiskey
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Must be produced at distillery in Scotland.
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