
Wrong answer... Wine Quiz Answer: C. Triple-sec
Yes, it is possible to have too much secs. "Sec" means dry. But in the weird language of Champagne, "sec" is slightly sweet and "demi-sec" even sweeter. Dry Champagne is labeled "brut." And as for triple-sec, that's for Margaritas.
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