This training video assists MASTER OF SCOTCH and MASTER OF BOURBON candidates with their exam preparation. All other whisky lovers and students will find this program insightful.
Ideally, taste along with the same whiskies explored in the video:
Glenmorangie 10: Highland Single Malt Scotch
Talisker 10: Island Single Malt Scotch
Glenfarclas 105: Speyside Single Malt Scotch (labelled as Highlands)
Buffalo Trace: Kentucky Straight Bourbon
The Council recognizes both spellings, 'whisky' and 'whiskey'. As a U.S. organization, we use 'whiskey' by default, but specify to 'whisky' when predominantly Scottish whisky is being discussed.
Topics Discussed:
Overview of Sensory Evaluation
Blind Tasting
Equipment
Flavor Wheel
Tasting Procedure: Sight, Smell, Taste, Touch
Describing Flavor and Composing Tasting Notes
Alcoholic Strength
Where Flavor Comes From
The Role of Water
The Scotch Whisky Regions
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