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Vodka is becoming more and more popular, mainly because of the newer vodkas
that include a flavoring, such as cranberry vodka and lemon vodka.
2. GIN - a spirit distilled from a fermented mash of cereal grains. The distinct flavor
of gin comes from exposing the vapor to juniper berries and other plant product.
Gin is usually unaged and is generally bottled at 40% alc/vol. Like Vodka, gin
may also have additional flavoring added, such as lemon or orange.
3. RUM – is distilled from fermented mash of sugar cane and/or molasses. It is
generally bottled at 40% alc/ vol.
a. White Rum –
b. Amber Rum – coloured by aging
c. Dark Rum - coloured by aging and the addition of caramel.
d. Spiced Rum - coloured with caramel and flavoured with spices.
e. Over Proof Rum – higher alcohol content: Colored by aging and the addition
of caramel.
White Rum Amber Rum Dark Rum Spiced Rum Over Proof
d. Irish – a triple distilled from mash of barley malt and aged for at least four years
in wood.
a. Cognac- is distilled from wine that is made from approved grape varieties
grown within the Cognac region of France. The cognac label gives an indication
of its age using the following notations:
1. V.S. ( Very Superior) – youngest Cognac label in the blend and aged up
to 4 years
c. Grappa – is distilled from the grape stem, skins and seeds that are left over
from the wine making process.
d. Other Brandies - include those that are made from various grape varieties and
processes as well as from fruits other than grapes.
1. Grains
2. Herbs
3. Dairy Products
4. Fruits