CSP Scotch Regions & Terroir Flashcards
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Which of the following is NOT one of the five official Scotch whisky regions?
Answer: Orkney
Orkney is not an official region; distilleries located there, such as Highland Park and Scapa, are classified under the Highlands.
The 'Highland Line' established in 1784 historically divided Scotch whisky production for what primary purpose?
Answer: Separating Highland and Lowland districts for taxation
The Highland Line was a fiscal boundary that divided Scotland into Highland and Lowland whisky districts, each subject to different excise tax rules.
Which Islay distillery produces the award-winning heavily peated expression called 'Uigeadail'?
Answer: Ardbeg
Ardbeg Uigeadail is a heavily peated, sherry-cask-influenced expression that has earned multiple 'World Whisky of the Year' accolades.
What flavor characteristic is most associated with coastal Highland and Island whiskies due to their location?
Answer: Briny, maritime, or seaweed notes
Coastal Highland and Island distilleries often produce whiskies with sea salt, seaweed, and brine notes influenced by their proximity to the ocean.
Which Speyside distillery has consistently held the title of world's best-selling single malt Scotch whisky?
Answer: Glenfiddich
Glenfiddich has held the title of the world's best-selling single malt Scotch whisky for decades, recognized globally by its iconic triangular bottle.
Which regional style is Lowlands Scotch particularly associated with due to a common production practice?
Answer: Triple-distilled light spirit
Many Lowlands distilleries practice triple distillation, producing a lighter, more delicate spirit compared to the double distillation standard elsewhere in Scotland.