CSP Scotch Whisky Production & Distillation

Question 1

What is the primary grain used in Scotch whisky production?

Accepted Answer

Barley

Answer

Wheat

Answer

Corn

Answer

Rye

Question 2

What is the role of malting in whisky production?

Accepted Answer

To convert starch to sugars

Answer

To dry the barley.

Answer

To add flavor.

Answer

To distill the whisky.

Question 3

What type of still is commonly used for Scotch whisky distillation?

Accepted Answer

Pot still

Answer

Column still.

Answer

Reflux still.

Answer

Continuous still.

Question 4

How long must Scotch whisky be aged legally?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

1 year.

Answer

5 years.

Answer

7 years.

Question 5

What is 'peat' used for in Scotch whisky production?

Accepted Answer

Smoking malted barley

Answer

Flavoring with herbs.

Answer

Fermentation agent.

Answer

Water source.

Question 6

What is the significance of the 'angel’s share'?

Accepted Answer

Evaporation loss during aging

Answer

Whisky sold to angels.

Answer

A whisky brand.

Answer

Type of cask.

Question 7

What distinguishes single malt Scotch whisky?

Accepted Answer

Produced at one distillery

Answer

Made from corn.

Answer

Blended with other spirits.

Answer

Not aged.

Question 8

What role does water play in Scotch whisky production?

Accepted Answer

Used in mashing and dilution

Answer

Only for cleaning.

Answer

Not used.

Answer

Added after aging.

Question 9

Which wood is traditionally used for Scotch whisky casks?

Accepted Answer

Oak

Answer

Pine.

Answer

Maple.

Answer

Cherry.