Whisky 102
As promised, here are the resources used and mentioned during the workshop.
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Whiskey 102: Expanding your knowledge
Whisky Production: Uncover the secrets behind whisky production, from the raw ingredients and fermentation to distillation and aging. Understand the influence of casks, climate, and time on the final product.
Whisky Styles: Explore the different whisky styles, including Scotch, Irish, American, and more. Gain an appreciation for the subtle and not-so-subtle differences that distinguish each type of whisky.
Tasting
Notes
Here are the tasting notes for the different whiskeys from the Whiskey 102 workshop.
Glenmorrangie
10
Région
Highlands
Carte
Délicat
Couleur
Pâle (Fût de Bourbon)
Texture
Moyenne
Nez
Fruites frais, butterscotch et toffee.
Palais
Soyeux en bouche, légèrement épicé, vanille et encore le toffee.
Finish
Assez longue
Dewar's White Label
COUNTRY
Scotch Whisky
STYLE
Blended Whisky
This was first created over a century ago by the Dewars master blender. White Label contains around 40 different whiskies in the blend, with Aberfeldy at its heart.
Nose
Honey, peach, apple and wood. Cut hay.
Palate
Medium, vanilla fudge, smoke, toffee, heather honey, oak.
Finish
Good length, cut herbs, honeyed sweetness.
Glenmorrangie
10
Région
Highlands
Carte
Délicat
Couleur
Pâle (Fût de Bourbon)
Texture
Moyenne
Nez
Fruites frais, butterscotch et toffee.
Palais
Soyeux en bouche, légèrement épicé, vanille et encore le toffee.
Finish
Assez longue
The Busker Triple Cask
COUNTRY
Irish Whiskey
STYLE
Blended Whiskey
The Busker Irish Whiskey comes to us via the Royal Oak Distillery in Co. Carlow, Ireland. It's crafted using a blend of three different styles of whiskey – namely single grain, single malt, and Ireland's unique single pot still whiskey. The number three pops up again when it comes to casks, as the whiskeys have been matured and finished in bourbon, Marsala wine, and sherry casks. Three types of cask. The label calls it "Triple Smooth", too. Maybe De La Soul was right about three being the magic number... Anyway, this is tasty expression from the Royal Oak folks, perfect for sipping neat, enjoying with ginger ale, using in a whiskey cocktail, and more.
Nose
Caramel, honeycomb, a zesty hint of tropical fruit.
Palate
Enjoyably malty, with touches of dark chocolate popping up underneath juicy apricot and mango.
Finish
Lingering hints of crumbly fudge and nutty barley.
Jim Beam
COUNTRY
American Whiskey
STYLE
Bourbon Whiskey
Jim Beam bourbon undergoes distillation at lower temperatures and is distilled to no more than 62.5%, the White label is aged for four years and has quite a high percentage of rye in the mashbill.
Nose
Quite sweet with gentle notes of vanilla and cut hay, a touch of fresh corn fields and a little cereal sweetness, like the bluegrass fields of Kentucky.
Palate
Good body with notes of toasty oak and all the requisite notes of vanilla and crème anglaise, a little spice and pepper with an acetone note.
Finish
Toasty oak and resin with a some sweetness.
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7
COUNTRY
American Whiskey
STYLE
Tennessee Whiskey
Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey has been made at its Lynchburg distillery since 1875. The branding and original label, sometimes referred to as No. 7 or Black Label; has made its way into pop culture, with merchandise sold the world over and a history of association with music. Frank Sinatra was even buried with a bottle. The Tennessee whiskey makers use a mash bill made up of 80% corn, 12% rye, and 8% malt to create Jack Daniels whiskey, which is then filtered through 10 feet of sugar maple charcoal to produce a mellow, slightly smoky character. A method known as the Lincoln County Process, it means this is not a bourbon, but instead meets the legal definition of a Tennessee whiskey. Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel ( c. January 1849 – October 9, 1911) was an American distiller and businessman, best known as the founder of the Jack Daniel's Tennessee whiskey distillery.
Nose
Light with plenty of sweetness. There are hints of dry spice and oily nuts, a touch of smoke.
Palate
Quite smooth and soft with notes of banana milkshake, a mixed nut note, a touch of caramel with crème anglaise.
Finish
Sweet with a little cereal sweetness and toasty oak.
Lot 40
COUNTRY
Canadian Whisky
STYLE
Rye Whisky
Lot 40 Rye is a legendary Canadian rye whisky that is produced in a single copper pot still. At some point during the 2000s, Lot 40 Rye was discontinued, which caused quite a stir among whisky enthusiasts who considered it to be one of the best Canadian whiskies out there. Luckily, this delicious drop has been relaunched - so fill your boots!
Nose
Earthy rye kicks in right away, backed up by caramel, fig and flamed orange peel.
Palate
Softly floral as it opens, leading into cardamom pod and peppery coriander. Crunchy brown sugar and fresh vanilla pod sweetness.
Finish
Classic rye spiciness lingers.
Tasting Method
One among many!
1. Look (Color)
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Limited variance!
2. Observe (Texture)
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Slim/fast: light
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Slow/thick: Rich and oily
3. Smell (Nose)
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Linked to memories
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Question of vocabulary question (placemat)
4. Smell again (Nose again)
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Cover, shake, smell quickly
5. Taste (Palate)
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Small sip, keep for a few seconds and circulate.
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Taste can change over time!
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Vocabulary… Several online resources on common whisk(e)y descriptors. Choose your favorites!
6. Savor (Finish and Aftertaste)
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Light – Rich
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Short – Long
Again! Repeat 3 to 6.
Add water if necessary.