Business of the Sommelier Flashcards
How to restock beer?
First in first out (FIFO)
What are the different type of beer containers?
Bottles
Can
Keg - 15.5 gallons, stays fresh for several weeks
Example of how to cost beer
Private 200 person event wants to order enough kegs of a specific beer to have on tap
Estimate 40% of customers will order 1 pint each (16oz)
Beer is only offered in Quarter Barrel Kegs (29.3 liters or 992 ounces)
How many guests will order this beer? 80
How many ounces will you need to pour? 1,280 ounces
How many Quarter Kegs will you need to order to ensure demand is met? 2 Quarter Kegs
What are the 3 sizes of bottles?
375ml - half bottle
750ml - regular size
1.5 liter - magnum
How many ounces is 375ml?
12.7 ounces
How many ounces is 750ml?
25.3oz
How many ounces is 1 liter?
33.8 oz
How many ounces is 187 ml?
6.32 oz
How many ml is Jeroboam?
3,000ml aka 3 liters of wine
How many ml is a 2oz pour?
60ml
How many ml is a 4oz pour?
118ml
How many ml is a 5oz pour?
148ml
How many ml is a 6oz pour?
187ml
What does OWC mean?
Original wooden case
How many bottles are in a 9L case?
12 x 750ml bottles