Spirits Flashcards
1
Q
What is Arroqueño?
A
Arroqueño is a huge variety of the agave plant used for Mezcal. It is known to be the genetic mother of the Agave espadin. It may take up to 20 years to mature
2
Q
Name a spirit that is flavored by Wormwood
A
Absinthe
3
Q
What spirit is made from Airén?
A
Brandy de Jerez
4
Q
Absolut Vodka
* Base
* Location
* Production method
A
- Winter wheat (Vintervete eller höstvete)
- Åhus, Skåne, Sverige
- Continious Still
5
Q
Sotol DO
- States of production
- Plant species
- Alcohol content
- Label designations
A
- Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango
- Dasylirion wheeleri (A succulent, rather than an agave plant.)
- 38-55%
Blanco/Joven/Oro: The result of either Sotol Blanco blended with Sotol Reposado or a Sotol aged in wood for 1-2 months
Reposado: Aged for a minimum 3 months in oak, chestnut, acacia, beech, or ash wood casks
Añejo: Aged for a minimum 1 year in wood casks with a maximum 210-liter capacity
