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Certified Specialist Of Spirits

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1. In tequila - the Lowlands region of the Valle de Tequila is noticeably ___________ than the Highlands.
decomposed plant matter
Curacao--a bitter orange liqueur derived from oranges from the Curacao island of the Caribbean. Now a generic liqueur
warmer
pre-used white oak whiskey barrels

2. Peat - which gives Scotch Whisky a distinctive smoky aroma and flavor is...
decomposed plant matter
80--94
Aguamiel
173F

3. Barrel aged Rum may lose up to _________ a year of product to evaporation in the hotter producing areas.
requires topping barrels from other barrels in a series (similar to Sherry Solera Process).
only made in Ireland
Aguamiel
10% a year

4. Bourbon whiskey produced at one distillery - during one distilling season - aged a minimum of four years and bottled at 100 proof - is called...
ugar cane juice and/or molasses
to drink
Bottled in Bond
125 proof or less

5. A Gin spirit base may be distilled from...
the age of the youngest rum in the blend
191.2 proof
to drink
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.

6. The least costly method of producing liqueurs is...
Compounding
45% alcohol by volume
Bottled in Bond
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.

7. In Cognac - the first distillation produces what is referred to in French as __________________.
Brouillis
Rum
0.5% abv
Distllation---distillation is a heat extraction method.

8. If a Rum is produced in the Agricole tradition - it must...
varietal-specific brandies
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.
marc
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

9. The 'New World' styles of whiskey showcase the impact of...
Charcoal
maturation profile
London Dry gin
Jicama

10. Throughout history a great stone wheel was used to separate the fibrous pulp from the agave. This wheel is called the...
Pineau de Charentes
Grains
Tahona
requires topping barrels from other barrels in a series (similar to Sherry Solera Process).

11. In England - Gin distillers tend to favor a heavier mixture of __________
Barley
Mixto (will be labeled as 'Tequila')
Jicama
Aguamiel

12. In general terms - Plymouth Gin will be _________________________than London Dry Gin.
More full-bodied
Jicama
50/50
Cut the flower stalk

13. 'Overproof Rum' is an official classification that requires a minimum bottling proof of...
120 proof
Water
50/50
Holland or Belgium

14. Spain produces and consumes large quantities of gin. What is the most prevalent gin style in Spain?
London Dry gin
Evaporation and condensation
Succulent
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.

15. Mexican law allows some finished tequilas to be...
exported in bulk and bottled outside the country
Dissolve or melt
3 years
Fuller-tasting rums

16. The minimum aging time in barrel for Extra Anejo tequila is...
125 proof or less
The Triangle Trade
3 years
Water

17. Cordial is derived from the Latin word 'cordialis' meaning...
Noble
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.
only made in Ireland
Heart

18. Which of the following is NOT a brandy?
Pineau de Charentes
0.5% abv
one year minimum
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.

19. The most prevalent form of Rum production is...
Industriel
decomposed plant matter
more than one distillery
160 proof

20. 'Compound Gin' may be created in which two methods...
1. Made in USA 2. minimum 51% corn 3. maximum 160 Proof distillation 3. maximum 125 Proof in barrel 4. Aged in charred - new American white oak barrel 5. Water only additive
Cold Compounding and Compounding Essence
Barley
Industriel

21. Genever/Hollands style Gins are not limited to being fermented and distilled in either...
Prior to fermentation
Dissolve or melt
Holland or Belgium
3 years

22. Holland became famous for what type of liqueur...
Heart
36% alcohol72 proof
Curacao--a bitter orange liqueur derived from oranges from the Curacao island of the Caribbean. Now a generic liqueur
Pulque

23. The great majority of tequilas consumed outside of Mexico are termed...

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24. Rums from French Guyana or Haiti would be most likely to fall into the predominant style of...
marc
Full-bodied and pungent
1. Made in USA 2. minimum 51% corn 3. maximum 160 Proof distillation 3. maximum 125 Proof in barrel 4. Aged in charred - new American white oak barrel 5. Water only additive
Cold Compounding and Compounding Essence

25. The global definition for whiskey is...
Crafted from grain - Distilled at less than 190 proof - Aged in oak containers - Bottled at no less than 80 proof c.
column/pot combination still
Hemi-cellulose component
Curacao

26. The non-distilled beverage alcohol crafted from agave is called...
Pulque
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.
Hydrolysis
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

27. Natural ethanol is described as resembling...
Hemi-cellulose component
a solvent with a hint of lemon
maturation profile
Fewer congeners

28. The blue agave is reproduced commercially through asexual reproduction and will be ready for harvest in...
6--8 years
Pulque
173F
Dissolve or melt

29. The historic trade pattern of Rum from the Caribbean colonies to the U.S. to Africa was referred to as...
Curacao
The Triangle Trade
1. Made in USA 2. minimum 51% corn 3. maximum 160 Proof distillation 3. maximum 125 Proof in barrel 4. Aged in charred - new American white oak barrel 5. Water only additive
water of life

30. If an American whiskey is labeled 'Straight' - what does that signify?
caramelized wood sugars in the barrel
Tahona
It is from a single barrel of whiskey - it is made from 100% corn grain - it is aged for a minimum of two years in charred barrels - no additives but caramel coloring for consistency can be used
80--94

31. The primary contributor to the color of whiskies ...
Tahona
caramelized wood sugars in the barrel
warmer
Compounding

32. Common heat distillation cannot exceed...
3 years
Grains
191.2 proof
125 proof or less

33. In the United States - a 'straight bourbon' must remain in a new - charred oak barrel for a minimum of________ years...
2 years minimum
with juniper - although any other botanicals may be used also
Place of work
Grapes/Fruits

34. Caramelized oak sugars from toasting or charring a barrel come primarily from the...
Prior to fermentation
Hemi-cellulose component
Blackthorn Plum
It is from a single barrel of whiskey - it is made from 100% corn grain - it is aged for a minimum of two years in charred barrels - no additives but caramel coloring for consistency can be used

35. The French designation for a pomace brandy is...
marc
Tahona
Mixto (will be labeled as 'Tequila')
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

36. Liqueur is derived for the latin term 'liquifacere' meaning...
Up to 15% wine base - but 12.5% of the 15% must be of the same fruit listed on the label.
Industriel
t least one year
Dissolve or melt

37. The origin of Rum is generally considered to be...
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)
The Caribbean Islands
10% a year
6--8 years

38. EU Brandy rules stipulate that brandy aged in oak barrels or casks...
6 months in barrel; 1 year in larger casks
caramelized wood sugars in the barrel
the intent is to create a neutral spirit by cooking off most odor and flavor compounds
Crisp and Clean - Medium - Creamy

39. The first New World spirit category to be developed commercially is...
Rum
Impurities in the alcohol after distillation
45% alcohol by volume
3 years

40. The harvested stem of the agave is called a cabeza or...
Pina
permit added caramel coloring
water of life
Dissolve or melt

41. Agave is one of the six primary areas of tequila flavor. Of the following five - which is NOT a primary source of flavor?...
A blend of pot still and column still distillation - a blend of sugar cane and molasses base - a blend of aged and un-aged rums
50/50
Jicama
Coffee or wine

42. Which of the following is NOT a proprietary liqueur?
It is matured in used barrels - It is stored in a cool - damp environment - It is generally stored in stone barrel houses - The climatic conditions are cooler than in the USA
Curacao
Up to 15% wine base - but 12.5% of the 15% must be of the same fruit listed on the label.
Aguamiel

43. If an age statement for barrel aging is stated on the label it signifies...
the age of the youngest rum in the blend
Kidney and bladder problems
It is matured in used barrels - It is stored in a cool - damp environment - It is generally stored in stone barrel houses - The climatic conditions are cooler than in the USA
Distilled and bottled in Mexico

44. European Union Brandy allows ______________
a solvent with a hint of lemon
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.
exported in bulk and bottled outside the country
permit added caramel coloring

45. Distillation of Rum from 'beer' will form new congeners as a result of...
pyrolysis
water of life
Pulque
125 proof or less

46. The term 'beverage' is derived from the Latin bibere - meaning...
the age of the youngest rum in the blend
to drink
Industriel
Prior to fermentation

47. Vodka in its 'original' form comes in three flavor presentation styles - that are...
Fuller-tasting rums
Crisp and Clean - Medium - Creamy
51% agave
10% a year

48. In whiskey - 'mash' refers to...
Jicama
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.
Charcoal
mixture of cooked grains and water before adding yeast

49. 'Mixto Tequila' requires a minimum content of ________ agave.
Holland or Belgium
Fuller-tasting rums
Cut the flower stalk
51% agave

50. What are the five requirements for Bourbon Whiskey?
3 years
2 years minimum
Compounding
1. Made in USA 2. minimum 51% corn 3. maximum 160 Proof distillation 3. maximum 125 Proof in barrel 4. Aged in charred - new American white oak barrel 5. Water only additive