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BOURBON/WHISKEY EXAM
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BOURBON - Correct Answers - A type of American whiskey -- a barrel aged distilled spirit made primarily from corn. The name of the spirit derives from its historical association with an area known as Old Bourbon, around what is now Bourbon County, Kentucky. Bourbon's legal definition varies somewhat from country to country, but many trade agreements require the name bourbon to be reserved for products made in the US. BUFFALO TRACE - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Thick, mature aromas, with notes of subtle spice, meadow grass, light molasses and leather. Pleasantly sweet at first in flavor, with notes of brown sugar and cinnamon, becoming dry with enveloping flavors of oak and leather. Finish long and dry. BLANTONS - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Spicy aromas of dried citrus and orange peels with a hint of grassy rye and pepper. Overall full, soft and mellow. A classic treat, balanced with citrus, sweet grains, sugar and spice. One of the first specialty Bourbons. BAKERS 7 YEAR - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Named after Baker Beam, grand nephew of the legendary Jim Beam. This barrel strength bourbon is aged for 7 years to create the perfect balance of subtle vanilla, spice, and caramel flavors. A nice bourbon showcasing sweet and heat. GARRISON BROS - Correct Answers - Dark and rich amber color. Vanilla and oak on the nose. Heavy and thick mouth feel, oozing with butterscotch and caramel. Rich character and long finish. A hearty wintertime after dinner bourbon. JACK DANIELS - Correct Answers - USA Rich, Vanilla, Caramel, Oak, Balanced Sour mash whiskey made in Tennessee from natural corn, rye, barley malt and then charcoal filtered. Sweet with caramel, vanilla and charred wood. Pure, clean and smooth. Classic.
JACK SINGLE BARREL - Correct Answers - Tennessee, US Intense, Toasted Oak, Smoke, Complex Strong caramel or vanilla presence, with toasted oak flavor and fruit drawn from the barrel wood. Each bottle is hand labeled with its barrel number, and no two barrels are exactly alike. KNOB CREEK 9 YR - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US A 100 proof bourbon. Aged for an incredible 9 years which leads to the sweet, rich full flavor and body. Notes of sugar, caramel, and corn with an oaky finish. Best neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of water. MAKERS MARK - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Rich, Caramel, Vanilla, Oak, Balanced Nose is sweet with delightful strands of exotic fruit and honey. Lush palate, pleasingly deep and malty with a firm nuttiness that adds extra oily, chew ability of the toffee. Dry finish, caramel toffee with the oak guarantees a bittersweet edge. WILD TURKEY - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Corn and waxy honey aroma, with a deep chunk of earthy rye behind it. Not overly sweet in the mouth. This is lean, almost leathery, and leads to a long, strong finish, where a spike of mint appears. Definitely more than the bar shot Bourbon its often relegated to. WOODFORD RESERVE - Correct Answers - Kentucky, US Rich, Rye, Toasted Oak, Long Spicy and forceful taking its flavor from the charred barrels that are used to age this bourbon, charred oak, toffee, vanilla and pepper are the dominate flavors. A long lasting dry finish. REBECCA CREEK - Correct Answers - TX, US Made from yellow corn, malted barley, wheat, rye and limestone filtered water, and aged in charred oak barrels for a smooth, mature flavor. BULLEIT - Correct Answers - Bulleit Bourbon is made with small-batch techniques inspired by those pioneered by Augustus Bulleit over 150 years ago. Only ingredients of the very highest quality are used. The subtlety and complexity of Bulleit Bourbon come
bourbon whiskey that was blessed with rich hints of peppermint, notes of pepper, slight citrus overtones, and a spicy, warming finish. Artfully aged at a relatively mild 80 proof, Basil Hayden's® is as novel and delectable a bourbon whiskey as it was when the master distiller rolled out his first barrel over 200 years ago. Marked by a rich cascade of aromas and flavors, Basil Hayden's® is still a small batch bourbon, but with broader appeal. And just as it was in 1796, the only 'rule' to enjoying our Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is that it should be done responsibly. BULLIET RYE - Correct Answers - High rye content has always been the signature of Tom Bulleit's distinctive bourbon. It was only a matter of time before he created a rye whiskey. Bulleit Rye is an award-winning, small batch, straight rye whiskey with a character of unparalleled spice and complexity. Released in 2011, it continues to enjoy recognition as one of the highest quality ryes available. Russet in color, with rich oaky aromas. The flavor is notably smooth, with hints of vanilla, honey, and spice. Finishes crisp and clean, with long, lingering flavors. TX WHISKEY - Correct Answers - Blenders' Tasting Notes: Color: Auburn Nose: Vanilla bean, oak and pear Taste: Honey butter, banana, caramel and coffee Finish: Long, smooth and slightly sweet Proof: 82 GENTLEMAN JACK - Correct Answers - Is charcoal mellowed before going into the barrel. Receives an additional "blessing" when it is charcoal mellowed again after reaching maturity -- making it the only whiskey in the world to be charcoal mellowed twice, giving it ultimate smoothness. Full-bodied with fruit and spices, and its finish is silky, warm, and pleasant.
