CSP Tasting & Sensory Evaluation

Question 1

What is the primary sense used in whisky tasting?

Accepted Answer

Taste

Answer

Touch

Answer

Sight

Answer

Hearing

Question 2

Which aroma is commonly associated with peated whisky?

Accepted Answer

Smoky

Answer

Fruity

Answer

Floral

Answer

Sweet

Question 3

What does 'mouthfeel' refer to in whisky tasting?

Accepted Answer

Texture in the mouth

Answer

Flavor notes.

Answer

Smell.

Answer

Color.

Question 4

What is 'finish' in whisky tasting?

Accepted Answer

Lingering aftertaste

Answer

Initial sip.

Answer

Aroma before tasting.

Answer

Whisky color.

Question 5

Why is glassware important in whisky tasting?

Accepted Answer

Enhances aroma concentration

Answer

It looks elegant.

Answer

Holds more whisky.

Answer

Keeps whisky cold.

Question 6

What is the effect of adding water to whisky?

Accepted Answer

Enhances flavor complexity

Answer

Dilutes flavors.

Answer

No effect.

Answer

Makes whisky sweeter.

Question 7

What sensory note is typical of Speyside whiskies?

Accepted Answer

Fruity and sweet

Answer

Smoky.

Answer

Salty.

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Spicy.

Question 8

How does temperature affect whisky tasting?

Accepted Answer

Affects aroma and flavor

Answer

No impact.

Answer

Makes whisky bitter.

Answer

Enhances color.

Question 9

Why is sensory evaluation important?

Accepted Answer

To assess quality

Answer

For marketing only.

Answer

To reduce costs.

Answer

For labeling.