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Certified Specialist Of Spirits

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1. Which of the terms below is NOT one of the five classifications of post-distilled tequila?
Holland or Belgium
Water
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)
varietal-specific brandies

2. The 'New World' styles of whiskey showcase the impact of...
maturation profile
Compounding
Industriel
marc

3. The most prevalent form of Rum production is...
warmer
Fuller-tasting rums
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses
Industriel

4. Gin was originally crafted for medical reasons - specifically to deal with...
Flavor extraction method & base spirit selection
Distiller's beer
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.
Kidney and bladder problems

5. Distillation of Rum from 'beer' will form new congeners as a result of...
pyrolysis
The Caribbean Islands
Heart
Jicama

6. Irish Pot Still Whiskey is made from 100% barley in malted and unmalted form and is...
2 years minimum
pyrolysis
Fewer congeners
only made in Ireland

7. For rums - U.S. recognizes only Anejo designation at a...
varietal-specific brandies
160 proof
one year minimum
Fewer congeners

8. The least costly method of producing liqueurs is...
Compounding
Curacao--a bitter orange liqueur derived from oranges from the Curacao island of the Caribbean. Now a generic liqueur
more than one distillery
More full-bodied

9. The process step in which the inulin is converted to fermentable sugars is called...
exported in bulk and bottled outside the country
Hydrolysis
with juniper - although any other botanicals may be used also
water of life

10. In the United States - a 'straight bourbon' must remain in a new - charred oak barrel for a minimum of________ years...
more than one distillery
6 months in barrel; 1 year in larger casks
2 years minimum
Tahona

11. If a Rum is produced in the Agricole tradition - it must...
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses
with juniper - although any other botanicals may be used also
charcoal mellowed
45% alcohol by volume

12. Vodka in its 'original' form comes in three flavor presentation styles - that are...
51% agave
varietal-specific brandies
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)
Crisp and Clean - Medium - Creamy

13. The non-distilled beverage alcohol crafted from agave is called...
pre-used white oak whiskey barrels
Heart
Pulque
Pina

14. The first New World spirit category to be developed commercially is...
warmer
191.2 proof
0.5% abv
Rum

15. Agave is derived from the Greek word for...
t least one year
Noble
maturation profile
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

16. 'Overproof Rum' is an official classification that requires a minimum bottling proof of...
120 proof
Distllation---distillation is a heat extraction method.
45% alcohol by volume
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

17. What are the five requirements for Bourbon Whiskey?
Pineau de Charentes
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.
loral and fruity
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

18. Caramelized oak sugars from toasting or charring a barrel come primarily from the...
Coffee or wine
warmer
permit added caramel coloring
Hemi-cellulose component

19. The maximum proof of distillation for bourbon whiskey is...
6--8 years
Water
Barley
160 proof

20. Holland became famous for what type of liqueur...
the intent is to create a neutral spirit by cooking off most odor and flavor compounds
column/pot combination still
Curacao--a bitter orange liqueur derived from oranges from the Curacao island of the Caribbean. Now a generic liqueur
Crafted from grain - Distilled at less than 190 proof - Aged in oak containers - Bottled at no less than 80 proof c.

21. Genever/Hollands style Gins are not limited to being fermented and distilled in either...
80--94
the intent is to create a neutral spirit by cooking off most odor and flavor compounds
Holland or Belgium
Two and one-half percent (2.5%)

22. In tequila - the Lowlands region of the Valle de Tequila is noticeably ___________ than the Highlands.
only made in Ireland
warmer
36% alcohol72 proof
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

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

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24. If 'dunder' and 'skimmings' are introduced during the rum production process - it must be...
Distilled and bottled in Mexico
Prior to fermentation
Backset - also called Sour Mash Method.
exported in bulk and bottled outside the country

25. The historic trade pattern of Rum from the Caribbean colonies to the U.S. to Africa was referred to as...
The Triangle Trade
with juniper - although any other botanicals may be used also
More full-bodied
The Caribbean Islands

26. Vodka regulations require distillation at 190 Proof or higher because...
the intent is to create a neutral spirit by cooking off most odor and flavor compounds
Kidney and bladder problems
exported in bulk and bottled outside the country
Aguamiel

27. In England - Gin distillers tend to favor a heavier mixture of __________
Mixto (will be labeled as 'Tequila')
51% agave
Barley
Industriel

28. A product listed as '90 Proof' would be equivalent to...
6--8 years
191.2 proof
45% alcohol by volume
Industriel

29. Anejo tequila must be aged in wooden barrels no larger than 600 liters for...
London Dry gin
t least one year
Evaporation and condensation
Place of work

30. Spain produces and consumes large quantities of gin. What is the most prevalent gin style in Spain?
water of life
London Dry gin
only made in Ireland
45% alcohol by volume

31. If an age statement for barrel aging is stated on the label it signifies...
more than one distillery
45% alcohol by volume
the age of the youngest rum in the blend
Aguamiel

32. The blue agave is reproduced commercially through asexual reproduction and will be ready for harvest in...
6--8 years
maturation profile
3 years
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

33. Sambuca liqueur can be made...
Rum
in any country; generic liqueur
Jicama
requires topping barrels from other barrels in a series (similar to Sherry Solera Process).

34. The Highlands Region of Tequila produces a style of tequila that is considerably more_______________ than the Lowland Tequila Region.
Distiller's beer
charcoal mellowed
loral and fruity
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)

35. The predominant ingredient used for vodka production throughout the world is...
Grains
6 months in barrel; 1 year in larger casks
Fewer congeners
Be made from raw sugar cane - not molasses

36. The congener acetaldehyde in vodka would most likely produce aroma/flavor characteristics of...
t least one year
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
Coffee or wine
Succulent

37. In general terms - Plymouth Gin will be _________________________than London Dry Gin.
More full-bodied
6 months in barrel; 1 year in larger casks
51% agave
6--8 years

38. Prior to harvesting an agave plant for tequila a necessary step is to...
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
Hemi-cellulose component
marc
Cut the flower stalk

39. Slower-working yeast cultures cause more esters to develop in fermentation - thus creating...
Fuller-tasting rums
Full-bodied and pungent
Hydrolysis
173F

40. 'Compound Gin' may be created in which two methods...
Crafted from grain - Distilled at less than 190 proof - Aged in oak containers - Bottled at no less than 80 proof c.
Cold Compounding and Compounding Essence
50/50
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

41. The term 'beverage' is derived from the Latin bibere - meaning...
Mixto (will be labeled as 'Tequila')
decomposed plant matter
to drink
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)

42. Peat - which gives Scotch Whisky a distinctive smoky aroma and flavor is...
Industriel
marc
decomposed plant matter
Pulque

43. The primary contributor to the color of whiskies ...
loral and fruity
Hydrolysis
caramelized wood sugars in the barrel
Holland or Belgium

44. A Gin spirit base may be distilled from...
Sugar cane or molasses - Grape concentrate - Root vegetables - Gin does not specify a particular spirit source.
Grains
Two and one-half percent (2.5%)
Charcoal

45. Every whiskey is crafted with the same five sources of flavor: grain recipe - fermentation process - distillation process - maturation process and...
Gold (Gold is not recognized as a classification; Gold is Joven Abocado classification.)
warmer
Water
caramelized wood sugars in the barrel

46. Rum may be made from...
pyrolysis
ugar cane juice and/or molasses
Full-bodied and pungent
the intent is to create a neutral spirit by cooking off most odor and flavor compounds

47. Barrel aged Rum may lose up to _________ a year of product to evaporation in the hotter producing areas.
120 proof
Kidney and bladder problems
one year minimum
10% a year

48. Liqueur is derived for the latin term 'liquifacere' meaning...
requires topping barrels from other barrels in a series (similar to Sherry Solera Process).
Distllation---distillation is a heat extraction method.
Dissolve or melt
decomposed plant matter

49. Two of the four sources of flavor for all liqueurs are...
Flavor extraction method & base spirit selection
Curacao
Noble
0.5% abv

50. The origin of Rum is generally considered to be...
The Caribbean Islands
Fuller-tasting rums
3 years
Distllation---distillation is a heat extraction method.