Meaning of "valinch" in English

A "valinch" is a small, curved tube used for extracting samples of whisky or other spirits from a cask. Often employed by distillers or connoisseurs, a valinch facilitates the tasting and evaluation of aging spirits without opening the entire cask. This tool is vital for quality control and is traditionally associated with the whisky industry, ensuring that the flavor and maturation process meet desired standards. The valinch's design allows for easy access to hard-to-reach areas within the cask, preserving the integrity of the remaining contents.

Meaning of "valinch" in French

In French, a "valinch" refers similarly to a device used to draw samples of whisky or other spirits from a cask. Known in the distilling world, it serves a crucial role in assessing the maturation process and ensuring quality standards are maintained. The valinch is indispensable for professionals who need to taste and evaluate the spirit without disturbing the cask environment. It preserves the consistency and balance of the contents, providing an efficient means of sampling for both personal use and larger production settings.

Pronunciation of "valinch" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈvæl.ɪn(t)ʃ/

Pronunciation Variations: There might be slight variations depending on British or American accents, but generally, it remains consistent. The emphasis is placed on the first syllable, with a soft "ch" sound at the end.

Pronunciation of "valinch" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /va.lɛ̃ʃ/

Pronunciation Variations: In French, emphasis is on the nasal vowel sound, typical in French pronunciation, with the "ch" pronounced softer than in English. Regional accents in France may influence the nasal quality but generally remain uniform.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. She used a valinch to sample the aged whisky from the barrel. (Elle a utilisé un valinch pour prélever un échantillon du whisky vieilli du tonneau.)
  2. The distillery tour included a demonstration of how to use a valinch. (La visite de la distillerie comprenait une démonstration de l'utilisation d'un valinch.)
  3. A skilled hand is needed to properly wield a valinch. (Une main habile est nécessaire pour manier correctement un valinch.)
  4. The valinch allows a small amount of whisky to be extracted without opening the entire cask. (Le valinch permet de prélever une petite quantité de whisky sans ouvrir entièrement le fût.)
  5. He was eager to try the whisky for which he used the valinch. (Il était impatient d'essayer le whisky qu'il a prélevé avec le valinch.)
  6. The valinch is a traditional tool in the whisky-making process. (Le valinch est un outil traditionnel dans le processus de fabrication du whisky.)
  7. When sampling different casks, the distiller used a valinch for accuracy. (En échantillonnant différents fûts, le distillateur utilisait un valinch pour plus de précision.)
  8. Understanding how to use a valinch can enhance a whisky enthusiast's experience. (Comprendre comment utiliser un valinch peut améliorer l'expérience d'un amateur de whisky.)
  9. They crafted a wooden valinch to commemorate the distillery's anniversary. (Ils ont fabriqué un valinch en bois pour commémorer l'anniversaire de la distillerie.)
  10. Inspectors used a valinch to judge the quality of the spirits. (Les inspecteurs utilisaient un valinch pour juger la qualité des spiritueux.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "valinch" in English

Synonyms: thief, sampler, dipstick, spigot, wine thief, barrel thief.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: pipette, siphon, ladle, extractor, measure.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "valinch" in French

Synonyms: pipette, échantillonneur, voleur de vin.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: siphon, louche, extracteur.

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