Vodka

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/vodka

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is vodka?Vodka is a clear drink made from grains or potatoes that is very pure and has a neutral taste.
2. Where does vodka come from?Vodka comes from Eastern Europe, especially Russia and Poland, where it has been made for many centuries.

Congeners: Flavor and aroma compounds naturally present in distilled spirits, besides ethanol and water.
Neutral Spirit: A highly purified distilled spirit with minimal flavor, aroma, or color, typically over 95% ABV.
Artisanal Production: Craft production methods emphasizing small batches, high-quality ingredients, and traditional techniques.
Mixology: The art and science of preparing and serving mixed drinks, or cocktails.