Sacher Torte Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the original Sacher torte registered by and when?
A
The original Sacher Torte was registered by the Hotel Sacher in Vienna, Austria in 1876.
2
Q
Who is the Sacher Torte named for?
A
It is named for the hotel’s creator Eduard Sacher, son of Franz Sacher.
3
Q
Which two businesses fought over the rights to the Sacher Torte?
A
Hotel Sacher and Demel Bakery.
4
Q
What are the components of a Sacher Torte?
A
~ Sacher Sponge
~ Apricot Jam
~ Chocolate Glaze
~ Sacher written in chocolate on top of the cake
5
Q
What process is unique about the Sacher Torte?
A
The Sacher Torte sponge is unique as it uses two leavening methods - the creaming method and the egg foam method.
