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Spirited Selections

51. From what is Rum made?

Sugar Cane

52. From what is Tequila made?

At least 51% Blue Agave (a Lily, not cactus)

53. From what is Mescal made?

Made from types of Agave other than Blue

54. Which one can contain the "worm"? What is the worm’s meaning?

Mescal, The worm signifies a level of purity of the product

55. From what is Gin made?

Neutral grains flavored with Juniper and other herbs

56. From what is Vodka made?

Neutral grains often charcoal filtered

57. From what is Canadian Whiskey made?

Cereal grains such as corn, rye, wheat or barley

58. From what is Bourbon Whiskey made?

At least 51% Corn

59. What is meant by "Straight Whiskey"?
51% base of a single grain

60. What is meant by Sour Mash?
A portion of mash used from a previous distillation

61. From what is Irish Whiskey made?
Un-malted barley, corn, rye, wheat or oats

62. From what is Scotch Whisky made?
Malted Barley