Question 1

Martinis that are placed in a metal tin and shaken indicate which drink making technique:&#10;A) stirred&#10;B) shaken&#10;C) blended&#10;D) on the rocks

Accepted Answer

Shaking a martini in a metal tin is a classic example of the "shaken" drink-making technique, which mixes ingredients thoroughly and often adds a slight dilution from the ice.

Question 2

A drink-making technique that is used to extract maximum oils and flavors from fresh ingredients such as citrus fruits and herbs. The ingredient(s) can be crushed directly in a mixing glass with the use of the back end of a bar spoon.

A) Shaking
B) Muddling
C) Layering
D) Blending

Muddling

Accepted Answer

Muddling is the technique used to extract oils and flavors from ingredients by crushing them, often with the back end of a bar spoon or a muddler, directly in the mixing glass.

Question 3

A Tom Collins is made with which of the following spirit:&#10;A) gin&#10;B) rum&#10;C) vodka&#10;D) whiskey

Accepted Answer

A Tom Collins is traditionally made with gin, along with lemon juice, sugar, and carbonated water.

Question 4

A screwdriver is made with which of the following spirit:&#10;A) whiskey&#10;B) rum&#10;C) vodka&#10;D) gin

Accepted Answer

A screwdriver is a popular alcoholic drink made with vodka and orange juice.

Question 5

In molecular mixology, the process of transforming liquid into a small shape that is coated with an extremely delicate gel membrane is known as?&#10;A) Emulsification&#10;B) Gels&#10;C) Spherification&#10;D) Layering

Accepted Answer

Spherification is the correct term for the process of transforming liquid into small spheres that are coated with a delicate gel membrane, a technique often used in molecular mixology to create innovative cocktail presentations.

Question 6

Free-pouring does not require the use of a jigger or other measuring device.

Accepted Answer

Free-pouring is a technique used by bartenders to pour liquids without the use of a measuring device, relying instead on counting or experience to estimate the amount being poured.

Question 7

Efficient bar set-up requires that spirits contained in the speed rack be assembled in a specific, pre-determined order.

Accepted Answer

Efficient bar setup often involves organizing the speed rack with spirits in a specific, pre-determined order to ensure quick and easy access to the most commonly used bottles, enhancing the speed and efficiency of drink preparation.

Question 8

Brandy is the base spirit for a classic sidecar cocktail?

Accepted Answer

The classic Sidecar cocktail is made with brandy (specifically Cognac), along with orange liqueur and lemon juice.

Question 9

What are bitters? Identify its two main types and purpose.

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

What is vermouth? Identify its two main types.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is vermouth? Identify its two main...

Question 11

The term mixology can mean several things, why do you think that many practicing bartenders do not prefer to be called, mixologists?

Accepted Answer

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Deck 12: Mixology: The Art and Science of the Cocktail