Wine
• Main crop: Grapes
• Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, etc.
• Different grape types are used depending on the wine (red, white, rosé, sparkling, etc.).
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Whiskey (or Whisky)
• Main crops (grains):
• Barley – especially for Scotch whisky
• Corn (Maize) – main ingredient in Bourbon (e.g., American whiskey)
• Rye – used in Rye whiskey (common in Canada and the U.S.)
• Wheat – sometimes used in softer, smoother whiskey styles
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Rum
• Main crop: Sugarcane
• Typically made from:
• Sugarcane juice (e.g., Rhum Agricole)
• Molasses – a byproduct of sugar production, used in most traditional rums.