CBP Distillation Process

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of distillation in bourbon production?

Accepted Answer

To separate and concentrate alcohol

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To mix the ingredients

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To remove all water content

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To enhance the aging process

Question 2

Which type of still is most commonly used in bourbon production?

Accepted Answer

Column still

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Pot still

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Alembic still

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Charcoal still

Question 3

At what proof is bourbon typically distilled?

Accepted Answer

No higher than 160 proof

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No higher than 200 proof

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No higher than 100 proof

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Exactly 80 proof

Question 4

What is the purpose of the doubler in bourbon distillation?

Accepted Answer

To refine and purify the distillate

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To add additional grains

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To increase aging time

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To remove ethanol

Question 5

Why is the 'heart' cut important in bourbon distillation?

Accepted Answer

It contains the best portion of the distillate for aging

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It adds artificial flavoring

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It eliminates all water content

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It increases alcohol percentage

Question 6

What happens to the heads and tails in the distillation process?

Accepted Answer

They are discarded or redistilled

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They are bottled immediately

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They are blended with aged bourbon

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They are used as sweeteners