Bartender Certification Garnishes and Presentation 2

Question 1

What is the correct technique for rimming a Margarita glass with salt?

Accepted Answer

Moisten the rim with lime juice, then dip into a plate of salt

Answer

Wet the rim with water, then dip into salt

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Apply salt with a brush before adding ice

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Dip the rim in simple syrup, then coat with salt

Question 2

What garnish is used for a classic Mojito?

Accepted Answer

Fresh mint sprig and lime wedge

Answer

Fresh basil and lemon wheel

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Cucumber slices and dill

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Orange peel and cherry

Question 3

What is a 'flag' garnish?

Accepted Answer

A cherry and citrus slice skewered together on a cocktail pick

Answer

A folded napkin placed beneath the glass

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A small paper flag attached to a straw

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A mint sprig bent and pinned to resemble a flag

Question 4

Which garnish is most appropriate for a Cosmopolitan cocktail?

Accepted Answer

Flamed orange peel or lime wheel

Answer

Celery stalk

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Fresh basil leaf

Answer

Maraschino cherry

Question 5

Why should fresh herb garnishes like mint or basil be slapped between the palms before being placed in or on a drink?

Accepted Answer

To bruise the herbs and release their aromatic essential oils

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To kill bacteria on the surface of the leaves

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To soften the texture so the leaves don't wilt as fast

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To remove dirt and debris from the surface

Question 6

When should garnishes ideally be prepared relative to bar service?

Accepted Answer

Fresh daily, as close to service time as reasonably possible

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Once a week in bulk for maximum efficiency

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The night before to save time during peak service

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Only when ordered by a customer during service

Question 7

What is the correct way to store cut citrus garnishes during a shift?

Accepted Answer

In a covered container stored in the refrigerator or on ice

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At room temperature in an open container

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In a sealed bag in the freezer

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In water at room temperature to keep them hydrated