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TSP Exam:|Whiskey is a spirit produced from _______________, as they are not readily
fermentable, must first be modified in order to be converted to alcohol. - ANSWER
Grains.
The _________ __________ are generally believed to be the first to produce a spirit
from grains. - ANSWER Irish Celts.
The present day name "whiskey" is attributable to the Scottish Celtic words uisge
beatha, or the Irish Celtic term uisge baugh (pronounced whis-geh-BAW), both
meaning "__________ ___________ __________" or, as some scholars believe,
"lively water." - ANSWER Water of life.
Every whiskey, regardless of origin, is crafted using a __________ - step production
procedure. - ANSWER 5
The four primary grains or base materials used in the production of whiskey are: -
ANSWER Barley, corn, rye, and wheat.
Scotch Whisky Production Regulations: - ANSWER Must be produced in Scotland
from a mash of malted barley and other cereal grains and aged in oak casks in an
approved warehouse in Scotland for a minimum of 3 years.
Irish Whiskey Production Regulations: - ANSWER Must be produced in Ireland
from a mash of cereals and aged in wooden casks in Ireland for no less than 3
years.
Bourbon Whiskey Production Regulations: - ANSWER Produced from a fermented
mash of no less than 51% corn, distilled no higher than 160 proof (80% ABV), and
stored at no more than 125 proof in charred new oak containers.
Tennessee Whiskey Production Regulations: - ANSWER Must be made with a
minimum of 51% corn and distilled at an ABV no higher than 160 proof. These
whiskeys have to be stored in charred new oak containers for at least 2 years and
bottled at a minimum of 40% ABV. Must be produced in the state of Tennessee, and
produced using a charcoal filtering technique known as the Lincoln County Process.
American Whiskey (Rye Whiskey, Wheat Whiskey, Malt Whiskey, Rye Malt
Whiskey) Production Regulations: - ANSWER Produced from a fermented mash of
no less than 51% rye, wheat, malted barley, or malted rye grain respectively. These
whiskeys must be distilled no higher than 160 proof (80% ABV) and must be stored
at no more than 125 proof in charred new oak containers.
Corn Whiskey Production Regulations: - ANSWER Must be produced from a
fermented mash of no less than 80% corn and at 160 proof (80% ABV). There is no
requirement for corn whiskey to be stored in oak containers, but if it is, it must be
stored at no more than 125 proof in used or uncharred wood.
,Grain Spirits Production Regulations: - ANSWER Neutral spirits distilled from a
fermented mash of grain and stored in oak containers.
White Whiskey Production Regulations: - ANSWER Can be produced from unaged
corn whiskey, Light whiskey, slightly aged whiskey, whiskey that has been filtered
after a short time in wood to remove any traces of coloration, and grain neutral spirit.
The _________ __________ or grain bill are the four primary grains used in the
production of whiskey that will be fermented for use in a particular spirit. - ANSWER
Mash bill.
Barley is the most widely used grain because it has the best source of releasing
specific ________________. - ANSWER Enzymes.
____________ plays an essential role throughout the whiskey production process. -
ANSWER Water.
Why should water should be iron-free when producing whiskey? - ANSWER The
presence of iron can turn a matured whiskey's golden hue into an undesirable black
shade.
In Scotland, the fermentation occurs in large, closed containers called
_________________ - these containers can typically hold up to 13,209 gallons
(50,000 liters) and are either made of wood or stainless steel. - ANSWER
Washbacks.
How long can the fermentation process take? - ANSWER Anywhere from 40- 72
hours.
When is fermentation process complete? - ANSWER When content changes from
sweet to slightly acidic in taste, with an alcoholic content of 7-14% ABV.
True or False: The type and style of barrel used will not impact the finished spirit. -
ANSWER False.
True or False: The storage conditions under which maturation takes place will have a
direct impact on the finished spirit. - ANSWER True.
Six Processes of Spirits Maturation: - ANSWER 1. Extraction
2. Evaporation
3. Oxidation
4. Concentration
5. Filteration
6. Coloration
Which country has these standards for what defines Whiskey?
- Distilled spirit produced from the fermented mash of grain
- Distilled at less than 190 proof (95% alcohol by volume)
, - Produced in a manner such that the distillate possesses the taste, aroma, and
characteristics generally attributed to whiskey
- Bottled at no less than 80 proof (40% alcohol by volume) - ANSWER U.S.
What geographical location has these standards for what defines Whiskey?
- Must be produced by the distillation of a grain mash made from malted cereals
(may include malted grain)
- Distilled to less than 186.9 proof (94.8% alcohol by volume) so that the distillate
has an aroma and taste reflective of the raw materials
- Must be aged in wooden casks no larger than 185 gallons (700 liters) for at least 3
years
- Bottled at a minimum strength of 80 proof (40% alcohol by volume) - ANSWER
European Union.
Scotland, Japan, and Canada spell whiskey how? - ANSWER Whisky.
Ireland and the United States spell whiskey how? - ANSWER Whiskey.
Where did the first written evidence of a spirit produced from grain appear?
A. In the last decade of the 15th century in Scotland, as a transfer of malt to be made
into aqua vitae, by order of the king, was recorded in the Exchequer Rolls of
Scotland.
B. When the product was brought to England, the English found the Celtic word too
difficult to pronounce, so it was Anglicized to whiskey.
C. The Irish Celts were the first to record the production of aqua vitae in the
Exchequer Rolls of Ireland.
D. None of the above - ANSWER A
Which of the following statements is true about the production of bourbon?
A. Must be made with a minimum of 51% corn and distilled at an ABV no higher than
160 proof. These whiskeys have to be stored in charred new oak containers for at
least 2 years and bottled at a minimum of 40% ABV.
B. Produced from a fermented mash of no less than 51% corn, distilled no higher
than 160 proof (80% ABV), and stored at no more than 125 proof in charred new oak
containers.
C. Can be produced from unaged corn whiskey, Light whiskey, slightly aged
whiskey, whiskey that has been filtered after a short time in wood to remove any
traces of coloration, and grain neutral spirit.
D. Neutral spirits distilled from a fermented mash of grain and stored in oak
containers. - ANSWER B
What are the five main steps in order of whiskey production?
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