CSP CSP Scotch Regions & Terroir 2

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the five official Scotch whisky regions?

Accepted Answer

Orkney

Answer

Orkney is not an official region; distilleries located there, such as Highland Park and Scapa, are classified under the Highlands.

Question 2

The 'Highland Line' established in 1784 historically divided Scotch whisky production for what primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

Separating Highland and Lowland districts for taxation

Answer

The Highland Line was a fiscal boundary that divided Scotland into Highland and Lowland whisky districts, each subject to different excise tax rules.

Question 3

Which Islay distillery produces the award-winning heavily peated expression called 'Uigeadail'?

Accepted Answer

Ardbeg

Answer

Ardbeg Uigeadail is a heavily peated, sherry-cask-influenced expression that has earned multiple 'World Whisky of the Year' accolades.

Question 4

What flavor characteristic is most associated with coastal Highland and Island whiskies due to their location?

Accepted Answer

Briny, maritime, or seaweed notes

Answer

Coastal Highland and Island distilleries often produce whiskies with sea salt, seaweed, and brine notes influenced by their proximity to the ocean.

Question 5

Which Speyside distillery has consistently held the title of world's best-selling single malt Scotch whisky?

Accepted Answer

Glenfiddich

Answer

Glenfiddich has held the title of the world's best-selling single malt Scotch whisky for decades, recognized globally by its iconic triangular bottle.

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CSP CSP Scotch Regions & Terroir 2