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Chapter 12 Flashcards

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1
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Storage conditions for unopened spirits

A

Cool, with constant temperature, away from direct sunlight

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2
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The deterioration rate is faster in spirits with lower abv. T/F

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True

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3
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The deterioration rate happens more quickly for any spirit once a bottle becomes over half empty due to the increase in their exposure to oxygen. T/F

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True

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4
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How many sections does a bar have?

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A bar is spilt into two halves: bar counter & the back bar

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5
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Why the elements of a bar are arranged in a certain way?

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So that the bartender movements are both small in numbers & short in distance

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6
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If a bar is ergonomically organized it makes a significant improvement on the speed and quality of service.

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True

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7
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What are the two methods of chilling glasses?

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Store in fridges behind the bar
Fill it with ice and chilled water while the drink is being prepared

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8
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It’s a tray container that holds the house spirits. With all be sealed with bottle pourers and for maximum efficiency they must be kept in the same order and with the pourers pointing in the same direction.

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What is a speedrail?

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9
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How should bar ice be handled?

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Ice should never be handled. It should be placed in a glass or shaker using either a scoop or tongs.

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10
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In what section of a bar drinks are prepared?

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Drip mat, which catch any spillages so that they do not spread over the bar top.

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11
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A close to 0C ice temperature is not cold enough to efficiently chill a drink. T/F

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True

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12
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What are the two most common types of ice that can be found in bars?

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Cubed ice
Crushed ice

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13
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Shaking with —— ice chills a drink rapidly and dilutes it slightly.

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Cubed

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Stirring with —— ice cools the drink more slowly but dilutes it more.

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Cubed

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15
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What is the role of cubed ice, when served in drinks?

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To chill the drink

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16
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What is the role of ice in drinks such as Tom Collins, Cuba Libre, gin and tonic,

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These are long drinks
The glass is filled with ice
The ratio of ice to liquid is high
The role is to keep the drink chilled

17
Q

What is an incorrect way of preparing long drinks?

A

Serve with a few ice cubes
This will dilutes the drink
Because the ratio of ice to liquid is low

18
Q

What is the purpose of crushed ice?

A

Chill and dilute

19
Q

What type of ice is used in the preparation of Mojito and Caipirinha?

A

Crushed ice

20
Q

What is the best ratio of simple syrup?

A

2:1

21
Q

——— is a syrup flavored with almonds and rose water or orange flower water.

A

Orgeat

22
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These are an ingredient that is used by bartenders as a seasoning to add an extra dimension to a cocktail and never as a main ingredient.

A

Cocktail bitters

23
Q

What is the main spirit in Tiki drinks?

A

Rum

24
Q

Tiki drinks are loosely based on ——— theme.

A

Polynesian

25
Q

What is another name for Old Fashioned glass?

A

Tumbler

26
Q

What is the most common spirit-forward cocktail that is served in a tumbler?

A

Old Fashioned

27
Q

What is the V shape glass that is used for serving short-drinks without ice?

A

Martini

28
Q

What is Toddy?

A

This is a glass that is used for serving hot drinks such as Irish Coffee

29
Q

What is the name of the cocktail made with coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and cream?

A

Irish coffee that is served hot in a Toddy

30
Q

This pear shape glass is for serving exotic or tropical-themed drink

A

Hurricane glass

31
Q

What is the name of this drink?
White rum, pineapple juice, coconut cream

A

Piña Colada

32
Q

What is the name of this drink?
Bourbon, Mint leaves, sugar, served with crushed ice

A

Mint Julep

33
Q

What is the correct serving glassware for Mint Julep?

A

Julep cup

34
Q

What glass is recommended for beers and soft drinks + cocktails and mixed drinks?

A

Highball or Collins

35
Q

This mug was traditionally used to serve a drink made of Vodka, ginger beer, lime wedges

A

Mule Mug for serving Moscow Mule

36
Q

What is the name of a tall tapered glass with a short stem?

A

Sling

37
Q

What is the correct glassware for serving Singapore Sling?

A

Sling

38
Q

What is the name of the glass that is historically used to serve champagne but now it is used to serve short drinks?

A

Coupe

39
Q

This glass is most associated with brandy, it’s wide bowl and narrow opening are designed to show off oak-matured spitting at their best.

A

Balloons or sniffer

WSET Level 2 in Spirits (9 decks)

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