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What is a Spirit
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it is the product of a distillation of a fermented beverage
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What is the premise around distilling a spirit
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alcohol has a lower boiling point than water. At sea level, ethyl alcohol boils at approximately 173°F (78°C); thus, alcoholic vapors can be separated from liquid water and collected in a still. The separation of two liquids with different boiling points is the principle behind fractional distillation
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Two types of stills used in distillation
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pot still or the more modern continuous still
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Other names of continuous still
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the Coffey, column, or patent still
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What is Vermouth
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A fortified wine, flavored with aromatic herbs and spices
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What two syles of Vermouth are there
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Sweet and Dry
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What two countrys are best known for producing Vermouth
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France and Italy
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Two French Vermouth Brands
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Noilly Prat - made by Italian <BR>Dubonnet<BR><BR>Vermouth is an aromatized liquor / fortified wine
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Two Italian Vermouth Brands
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Cizano
Martini and Rossi |
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Americano Apertif
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Campari 1 ½ oz
Sweet Vermouth 1 ½ oz Soda Water to top Lemon Twist garnish |
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Gibson Apertif
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Gin 1 ½ oz
Dry vermouth ½ oz Cocktail Onion |
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Rob Roy Apertif
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Scotch 1 ½ oz
Sweet red Vermouth ½ oz Cherry Garnish |
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Dry Rob Roy Apertif
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Scotch 1 ½ oz
Sweet Vermouth ½ oz Cherry Garnish |
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Perfect Manhattan Apertif
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Rye 2 ½ oz
Red, dry, white vermouth 1 oz Grenadine dash Lemon twist garnish |
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Perfect Martini
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Gin 1 ¼ oz
Dry vermouth ¼ oz Sweet red vermouth ¼ oz Garnish with onion, olive or lemon twist |
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What is WhiskEy
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The distilled product of fermented grains, including unmalted and malted barley, maize, rye, oats, and wheat
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The preferred spelling of Whiskey for Scotch
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Whisky no E
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Gaelic uisgebeatha
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Water of life
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Who distilled Kentucky’s first whiskey in 1789
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Rev. Elijah Craig
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The style pioneered by Elijah Craig became known as
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Bourbon Whiskey
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Bourbon Whiskey must be distilled with a minimum of % corn
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must be distilled from a minimum 51% corn
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What type of casks is Bourbon Whiskey aged in
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Bourbon Whiskey is aged in charred new oak casks
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How long is Bourbon Whiskey aged for
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4 years
If the bourbon is aged for less than four years, the distiller must state the length of aging on the bottle |
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What state is Bourbon County located in
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Kentucky
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About how much of Bourbon Whiskey is made in Kentucky
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95% of Bourbon Whiskey is produced in the state of Kentucky
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Does Bourbon Whiskey have to be made in Bourbon County or the state of Kentucky
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No. It may legally be produced anywhere in the US
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Does Tennesse Whiskey have to be produced in Tennessee
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Yes. It must be produced in Tennessee
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What are the only two producers currently of Tennesse Whiskey
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Jack Daniel’s and George Dickel
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What has to be done to Tennesse Whiskey prior to aging
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It must be filtered with maple charcoal prior to aging
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What is a sour mash whiskey
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A style also utilized by many Bourbon distillers, in which a portion of spent mash is incorporated into a newly fermenting mash
Use by both Tennesse and Bourbon Whiskey |
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What is an American Rye Whiskey
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Rye Whiskey, distilled from a minimum 51% rye and aged in new charred oak barrels for a minimum of two years
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How do you make a Sazerac cocktail
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- Pack an Old-Fashioned glass with ice
- In a second Old-Fashioned glass place the sugar cube and add the Peychaud's Bitters to it, then crush the sugar cube - Add the Sazerac Rye Whiskey or Buffalo Trace Bourbon to the second glass containing the Peychaud's Bitters and sugar - Empty the ice from the first glass and coat the glass with the Herbsaint, then discard the remaining Herbsaint - Empty the whiskey/bitters/sugar mixture from the second glass into the first glass and garnish with lemon peel |
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What are the ingredients for the offical Sazerac cocktail
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1 cube sugar
1½ ounces (35ml) Sazerac Rye Whiskey or Buffalo Trace Bourbon ¼ ounce Herbsaint - Anise Flavored Liquor 3 dashes Peychaud's Bitters Lemon peel |
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What is Jim Beam
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A Kentucky Bourbon
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By Law Bourbon must be
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•Produced in the USA
•Made of a grain mix of at least 51% •Distilled at less than 160 proof (80% ABV) •No additives allowed (except water to reduce proof where necessary) •Aged in new, charred white oak barrels •Aged for a minimum of two years to be labeled Straight |
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How long does Bourbon have to be aged to be labeled Straight Bourbon
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2 Years
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What is Wild Turkey
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A Kentucky Straight Bourbon
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What is Scotch usually aged in
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Bourbon and Sherry casks
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What Whiskey has a peaty character
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Scotch
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How does Scotch get it's peaty character
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Scotland’s many peat bogs provide another ready source of combustible material, but burning peat produces an oily smoke that infuses the malted barley with its scent and character. This “peatiness” transmits a dominant note in the finished whisky, especially in those spirits produced at coastal or island distilleries
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What are the four styles of Scotch
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Single Malt Scotch
Single Grain Scotch Blended Malt Whisky (Vatted Malt) Blended Whisky |
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What is Single Malt Scotch
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Single Malt Scotch is distilled from malted barley in a pot still at a single distillery
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What is Blended Malt Whisky
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Blended Malt Whisky is produced from a blend of malt whiskies
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What is Single Grain Whisky
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Single Grain Whisky is produced at a single distillery, from unmalted barley, wheat, or corn
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What is Blended Whisky
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Blended Whisky is a mixture of malt and grain whiskies produced at a number of different distilleries
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Does all Scotch whisky have to be produced in Scotland
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Yes. All Scotch whisky must be produced in Scotland
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What are the 3 things all Scotch Whisky have to be
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- produced in Scotland
- distilled twice (or more) - at least 40% abv - aged for at least three years |
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How long is Single Malt Scotch Whisky usually aged
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Single Malt Scotch is generally aged for at least 10 years
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What are 6 regions of production in Scotland of Scotch
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Highlands
Lowlands Speyside Islay Campbeltown The Islands |
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What is the largest region of Scotch in Scotland
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Highlands is the largest region
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What are the best known distillaries in the Highlands
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Oban
Glenmorangie Dalwhinnie Dalmore |
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Which region of Scotland produces the lightest and least smokey Scotch
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Lowlands Scotch is often the lightest and least smoky, making it an ideal aperitif
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Which Scotch would make an ideal aperitif
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A Scotch from the Lowlands
Glenkinchie Rosebank |
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What are the 3 best known distillaries in the Lowlands of Scotland
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Glenkinchie
Auchentoshan Bladnoch |
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What are the 3 best known distillaries in Speyside of Scotland
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Glenlivet
Glenfiddich Macallan |
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Water from what river is used in Speyside Scotches
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water from the river Spey
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What are the only 3 distilleries in Campbeltown
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Glen Scotia
Glengyle Springbank |
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What are the major Scotch producing islands
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Skye
Jura Mull Arran Orkney |
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Where is Highland Park produced
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The Isle of Orkney
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Where is Talisker produced
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The Isle of Skye
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What are the 3 best known distilleries on the Isle of Islay
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Ardbeg
Lagavulin Laphroaig |
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What is “wood-finished” style Scotch
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A developing whisky will be transferred to a different cask for the last two or three years of its aging period
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Who pioneered “wood-finished” style Scotch
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Glenmorangie
Balvenie |
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What are some of the casks Scotch is transfered to get a Wood Finish Style
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Port
Sherry Madeira Burgundy Sauternes |
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Negroni Cocktail
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1 oz Campari
1 oz Sweet Vermouth 1 oz Gin Optional Splash of soda Orange or Orange Twist |
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Sidecar
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1 1/2 oz cognac
1 oz Cointreau orange liqueur 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice Chilled Water Sugared Rim Lemon Twist |
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What is Sherry
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Sherry is a fortified wine made from white grapes that are grown near the town of Jerez, Spain. In Spanish, it is called vino de Jerez
Main Grape Palomino about 95% |
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Define Palo Cortado
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Dry style Sherry that has characteristics of both Fino/Amontillado. Has limited flor
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Define Oloroso
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Rich style Sherry fortified to 18%. Aged long periods. Start dry but almost all are sweetened and sold as Cream Sherries.
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VOS in Sherry
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Very Old Sherry
Aged 20 years |
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VORS in Sherry
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Very Old Rare Sherry
Aged 30 years |
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Anada in Sherry
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Vintage Dated Sherries
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Almacenistas
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A single Solera Sherry bottled unblended and produced in small quantities
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St Supery Moscato 2007
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St. Supery's 2007 Moscato is nothing short of heavenly. You will find plenty of floral character on the nose, and the palate bursts with ripe peach. There is balance and presence with this delicate Muscat wine, making it a flawless match with raspberry cheesecake or Crème Brulée
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Saracco Moscato d'Asti 2006
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This Moscato d'Asti is certainly a unique wine, being a semi-sparkling wine, or a "frizzante." It is noteably sweeter and lighter in both taste and palate feel, with a lower alcohol content of around 8%. It is from the Piedmont region and oozes with ripe peach flavors surrounded by honeysuckle. Makes a terrific apéritif as well as a perfect partner to cheesecake.
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Churchill's 10 Year Tawny Port
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The Churchill's 10 Year Tawny Port presents a brickish red color, with a sweet, nutty aroma. On the palate you'll find a delicious, rich display of well ripened sweet fig-like flavors and a caramel finish. Give this Port a turn at pairing with your favorite desserts, ranging from cheesecake and tiramisu to chocolate truffles and pecan pie. Also, consider this particular Tawny port as a delicious pairing partner for aged cheddar cheese.
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Ch. Ste. Michelle's Ethos Late Harvest White Riesling 2006 Washington
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Chateau Saint Michelle's Ethos Late Harvest Riesling brings the rich flavors of juicy apricots drizzled with honey and a luxurious finish. This is an amazing dessert wine find that will accommodate a wide assortment of dessert favorites from pies and cakes to fresh fruit and chocolates.
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Osborne Pedro Ximénez Sherry
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The Osborne Pedro Ximénez premium Sherry begins with deep, dark brown color and proceeds to a full-bodied, full-sweeping flavor wine experience. The palate profile yields a cornucopia of flavors in the form of ultra creamy caramel, a toasty fig sweetness, and a hint of coffee with a welcomed mocha extension - all surrounded by a decidedly nutty nuance. In the Osborne Pedro Ximénez, you've truly got it all - unforgettable flavor, enduring finish, options like dessert accompaniment or dessert itself and all at a well-placed price point. This particular Sherry would make a perfect partner with the likes of an apple crisp, pecan or pumpkin pie.
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Chateau Rieussec 2001
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Chateau Rieussec (Sauternes) 2001: This has a glistening, honey-gold hue. The nose is very fine, with a palpable vibrancy, the freshness of oranges and blossom and freshly scraped vanilla pod, intermingled with chalky, minerally botrytis. Immediately apparent on the palate is a beautifully plump texture, its creamy weight infused with honey, mineral and botrytis richness. This has patent intensity, but also has a divine integration and is very finely poised. And it is very, very long. This is remarkable, and has amazing potential for the cellar. I understand completely why this wine has received such accolades, and I look forward to drinking the rest of my case over the ensuing years. From a 2001 Sauternes assessment
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Alois Kracher Cuvée Eiswein 2001
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Alois Kracher Cuvée Eiswein 2001: Residual sugar 104.6 g/l, acidity 4.9 g/l, ABV 12.5%. Chardonnay 50%, Welschriesling 50%. A glorious nose here, redolent of honey and crystalline fruits. Beautiful texture on the palate, quite grippy and savoury, with firm, powerful acidity. There's a caramelised, char grilled meat character too. Very good indeed. Approachable now, but will be better with some time in bottle. 18/20 (May 2005
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Royal Tokaji Wine Company Red Label 2000
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Dried apricot, citrus, jasmine and melon are coated with Asian spices, while the mouth is honeyed but nuanced, with flavors of dried spices, apricot marmalade and citrus fruits. What sets this wine apart is its mouthwatering acidity. A blend of grapes from multiple vineyards, this ... wine is a steal at this price."
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Two Irish Whiskeys
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Old Bushmills and Middletown
Lighter in Character |
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Five stamall Batch Boubon called
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Single Barrel
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Canadian Whiskey
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Crown Royal
Canadian Club 3 years aging Made from Cereal Grains |
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Cognac Brandy
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Ugni Blanc primary grape
distilled from grape based wines 2 years againg in new French Oak Three star minimum 2 years Five star and VSOP minimum 5 years aging Napolean 6 years minimum |
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Armagnac Brandy
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One distillation
Baco Blanc 47% Ugni Blanc 40% Folle Blache 7% Colombard 4% |
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Calvados Brandy
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Distilled apple cider
Double distillation |
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Eaux de Vie
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Clear Spirits distilled from fruits usually unaged
Framboise - Raspberry Kirsch - Cherry Mirabelle - Yellow Plum Poire William - Pear |
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Herbal Liqueurs
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Anisette - Herbs, Roots, Spices
Benedictine - Herbs & Spices Creme de menthe Drambuie Frangelico - Hazelnut Galliano - Anise, Herbs, Vanilla Ouzo - Anise Sambuca - Anise and Edlerflower |
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Bitters
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Amaro - herbs and spices
Campari - Herbs, Quinine, Rhubarb, Orange Fernet Branca - Herbs and Spices Jaegermeister - Herbs and Fruits |
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Fruit Liqueurs
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Midori - Melon
Cointreau - Orange Grand Marnier - Cognac based and Oranges Amaretto - Apricot Chambord - Raspberry Creme de Casis - Black Currant |
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Vin doux naturel
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a sweet fortified wine, is found in greater quantities in Languedoc-Roussillon, but two appellations exist for the style in the Southern Rhône: Rasteau AOP and Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOP. Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise originates in the commune of the same name. The white wine retains its natural grape sugar through mutage: pure grape spirit is added to arrest fermentation, in a proportion of 5-10%. 90% of the appellation’s wine is produced by the local co-operative, the Vignerons de Beaumes-de-Venise. Rasteau vin doux naturel wines may be white or red—or brown—and the appellation stipulates a minimum 90% Grenache. The communes of Rasteau, Cairanne, and Sablet are eligible for the Rasteau appellation. Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise wines are typically fresher and more aromatic, whereas the Rasteau wines show more oxidative and tawny flavors. Rasteau AOP wines may even be rancio, a deliberately oxidative and maderized style in which the wine is left in open barrels, exposed to the ravages of sunlight and temperature for a minimum of two years.
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Pink Lady
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1 oz Plymouth Gin
½ oz Grenadine ½ oz Egg White or Heavy cream Lemon |
