Waitrose Christmas Drinks
Are you a drinks whizz?
1 Which cunning little device was introduced to canned beers to give them a ‘draught’ feel when poured?
2 Which world famous chef rates sherry as his favourite food matching wine? Clue: he made a sherry-laced chicken dish for his Waitrose food range.
3 Which is the largest of the Scottish whisky producing islands?
4 This type of Port comes in a range of ages, and is generally lighter in colour following a prolonged period of maturation.
5 Which country’s top wine producers include Denbies, Camel Valley and Nyetimber?
6 The country responsible for the drink that provides the overall answer to this quiz. Alternatively, the first name of a very keen imbiber close to home, who loves to drink this tipple on his family holidays!
7 Which US state, already known for its vibrant craft beer scene, is fast gaining a reputation for the quality of its Pinot Noirs?
8 If a Rioja has been aged for at least one year in barrel and two years in bottle, how is it categorised?
9 What is the French word for the environment in which grapes are grown, covering climate, topography and other local conditions?
10 Which Australian state, celebrated for its Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, is home to the Margaret River region?
11 Which country gave us the bitter-orange-and herb apéritif Aperol?
12 This Italian region is home to Chianti, Brunello and Montelpulciano.
13 Which Cognac has benefitted lately from the enthusiastic endorsement of rapper Kanye West?
14 Which style of beer, one that is generally fruity and hoppy, derived its name from its successful exports in the late 18th century?
15 You’ll need this liqueur to add to your glass of Champagne for a Kir Royale.
16 You’ll find this in bourbon but not in Scotch.