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Bar Knowledge Flashcards

1
Q

What is the primary purpose of a bar?

A

To serve alcoholic beverages and provide a social setting.

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2
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True or False: A bartender is responsible for mixing and serving drinks.

A

True

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3
Q

Fill in the blank: The legal drinking age in the United States is ____ years.

A

21

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4
Q

What is the difference between a cocktail and a mixed drink?

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A cocktail is a specific type of mixed drink that usually contains a combination of spirits and other ingredients, often with a unique recipe.

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5
Q

Name one common type of beer.

A

Lager

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6
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What is the term for a drink made with whiskey and ginger ale?

A

Whiskey Ginger

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7
Q

True or False: Wine is typically served in a highball glass.

A

False

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8
Q

What is the main ingredient in a Mojito?

A

Rum

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9
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What does ‘on the rocks’ mean?

A

Served over ice.

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10
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of gin? A) Vodka B) London Dry C) Bourbon

A

B) London Dry

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11
Q

What is a shot?

A

A small serving of distilled spirits or a mixed drink.

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12
Q

Fill in the blank: The process of removing impurities and enhancing flavors in spirits is called ____.

A

distillation

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13
Q

What is the main flavoring ingredient in a traditional Bloody Mary?

A

Tomato juice

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14
Q

True or False: A Negroni is made with gin, vermouth, and Campari.

A

True

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15
Q

What does ‘neat’ mean when ordering a drink?

A

Served straight from the bottle without ice or mixers.

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16
Q

What type of glass is typically used for serving champagne?

A

Flute

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17
Q

Name one common cocktail garnish.

A

Lime wedge

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18
Q

Multiple Choice: Which spirit is used to make a Margarita? A) Vodka B) Tequila C) Rum

A

B) Tequila

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19
Q

What is the purpose of a jigger?

A

To measure the amount of liquor used in a drink.

20
Q

Fill in the blank: The main ingredient in whiskey is ____.

A

grain

21
Q

True or False: Vodka is typically distilled from potatoes or grains.

A

True

22
Q

What is a ‘well drink’?

A

A drink made with the house brand of liquor.

23
Q

Name a popular non-alcoholic drink served at bars.

A

Soda

24
Q

What is the term for a drink served with a fruit slice or twist?

A

Garnished

25
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of whiskey? A) Chardonnay B) Bourbon C) Cabernet

A

B) Bourbon

26
Q

What does ‘mixology’ refer to?

A

The art and science of preparing and mixing drinks.

27
Q

Fill in the blank: The process of soaking fruit in liquor is called ____.

A

infusion

28
Q

What is the primary ingredient in gin?

A

Juniper berries

29
Q

True or False: A Daiquiri is typically blended with ice.

A

True

30
Q

What is a ‘barback’?

A

An assistant to the bartender responsible for restocking supplies.

31
Q

What is the standard serving size for a cocktail?

A

1.5 ounces

32
Q

Multiple Choice: Which ingredient is NOT typically found in a Pina Colada? A) Coconut cream B) Pineapple juice C) Olive brine

A

C) Olive brine

33
Q

What does ‘dry’ mean in the context of vermouth?

A

Less sweet or more bitter.

34
Q

Fill in the blank: The main ingredient in a Moscow Mule is ____.

A

vodka

35
Q

What is the purpose of a cocktail shaker?

A

To mix and chill ingredients.

36
Q

True or False: A cosmopolitan is made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and lime juice.

A

True

37
Q

What is the difference between white and red wine?

A

White wine is made from green grapes and red wine from dark-skinned grapes.

38
Q

What is a spritzer?

A

A drink made by mixing wine with soda water.

39
Q

Multiple Choice: Which cocktail contains rum, mint, and lime? A) Mojito B) Martini C) Old Fashioned

A

A) Mojito

40
Q

What is the term for a drink that is served without ice?

A

Straight

41
Q

Fill in the blank: The process of chilling a glass before serving a drink is called ____.

A

frosting

42
Q

What does ‘aged’ mean in relation to spirits?

A

Stored for a period of time in barrels to develop flavor.

43
Q

True or False: A Long Island Iced Tea contains no tea.

A

True

44
Q

What is a common ingredient in a whiskey sour?

A

Lemon juice

45
Q

Multiple Choice: What type of beer is typically darker and stronger? A) Stout B) Lager C) Pilsner

A

A) Stout

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