Distillation Process Quiz
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What is the correct distillation order?

  • Heating-conversion-fermentation-distillation (correct)
  • Heating-fermentation-conversion-distillation
  • Conversion-heating-fermentation-distillation
  • Conversion-fermentation-heating-distillation
  • What is used to convert fermentable sugars into heat, gas, and alcohol?

  • Heat
  • Caramel
  • Yeast (correct)
  • Starch
  • At what temperature does ethyl alcohol boil?

  • 78.4°C (correct)
  • 65.2°C
  • 82.4°C
  • 74.6°C
  • In the context of rum, what does 'overproof' mean?

    <p>57% ABV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the more volatile alcohols that vaporize first during distillation?

    <p>Fusel oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of still is preferred by gin distillers aiming to capture delicate flavors and aromatics?

    <p>Carter Head still</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of storing spirits in wood?

    <p>To add complexity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which raw material listed does not need conversion before fermentation?

    <p>Plums</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the process where spirits are pumped over flavorings to extract their character?

    <p>Percolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which oak tree species is known as Quercus alba?

    <p>American white oak</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does a hot and dry climate typically affect a spirit during maturation in wood?

    <p>Increase the overall percentage of alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which production process is known to mellow a spirit?

    <p>Oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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