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Scotch Whisky History & Regulations Flashcards

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  1. How many Protected Geographical Indications (PGIs) exist for Scotch Whisky under SWR 2009?

    Answer: 5

    The SWR 2009 recognize five protected geographical indications: Highland, Lowland, Speyside, Islay, and Campbeltown.

  2. The Pattison Crash of 1898-1900 was caused primarily by what business practice?

    Answer: Fraudulent overvaluation and speculative overproduction by blenders Robert and Walter Pattison

    The Pattison brothers engaged in massive fraud and speculation, selling whisky at inflated prices and using unsound business practices that triggered a broader industry crash when they failed.

  3. Which element of production distinguishes Single Grain Scotch Whisky from Single Malt Scotch Whisky?

    Answer: Single Grain can use grains other than malted barley and/or column stills

    Single Grain Scotch Whisky is made at a single distillery using cereal grains other than (or in addition to) malted barley, typically in continuous column stills.

  4. Which international agreement formalized Scotch Whisky's protection as a Geographical Indication in the EU?

    Answer: TRIPS Agreement (Trade-Related Intellectual Property Rights)

    The TRIPS Agreement administered by the WTO established the global framework for GI protection, under which Scotch Whisky is recognized and protected internationally.

  5. In the context of Scotch Whisky history, what was the significance of the Sikes Hydrometer Act of 1818?

    Answer: It standardized alcohol measurement using the Sikes hydrometer for taxation purposes

    The Sikes Hydrometer Act 1818 mandated the use of Bartholomew Sikes's hydrometer to measure alcohol strength, standardizing spirit taxation across the UK.

  6. The SWR 2009 require that Scotch Whisky must be matured in Scotland for a minimum of how many years?

    Answer: 3 years

    The Scotch Whisky Regulations 2009 mandate a minimum maturation period of three years in oak casks in Scotland.

  7. Which body is primarily responsible for enforcing the Scotch Whisky Regulations 2009?

    Answer: His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC)

    HMRC is the primary enforcement authority for the SWR 2009, with Trading Standards also playing a role in market surveillance and consumer protection.