Basic Flashcards
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What does 'on the rocks' mean in bartending?
Answer: Served over ice cubes
'On the rocks' means a drink served over ice cubes in a glass, typically a rocks or old-fashioned glass.
What is the purpose of a speed rail (speed rack) at a bar?
Answer: To hold the most frequently used spirits within easy reach
A speed rail holds the most frequently used spirits and mixers at the bartender's fingertips for quick, efficient service.
Which tool is used to measure precise amounts of liquid when making cocktails?
Answer: Jigger
A jigger is a double-sided measuring tool used to pour precise volumes of spirits and mixers, ensuring consistency in cocktails.
What is 'mise en place' in the context of bar preparation?
Answer: Having everything in its place and ready before service begins
'Mise en place' (French for 'everything in its place') refers to preparing and organizing all tools, garnishes, and supplies before bar service starts.
What is the main difference between a 'shake' and a 'stir' when preparing cocktails?
Answer: Shaking dilutes and aerates; stirring chills with less dilution and keeps clarity
Shaking rapidly chills and dilutes a cocktail while incorporating air and texture; stirring gently chills with less dilution and maintains a clear, silky drink.
Which of the following is a common symptom indicating a customer may be intoxicated?
Answer: Slurred speech and loss of coordination
Slurred speech and loss of coordination are classic signs of alcohol intoxication that bartenders must recognize to prevent over-service.