Spirits
This spirit is made from at least 51% corn and must be produced in the United States.
What is bourbon?
Spirit + Sugar + Bitters
What is the Old Fashioned family?
If a drink contains citrus juice, should it usually be shaken or stirred?
What is shaken?
This ingredient balances acidity in a Whiskey Sour.
What is simple syrup (sweetener)?
"No ice."
What is neat?
This spirit gets its signature flavor primarily from juniper berries.
What is gin?
Spirit + Citrus + Sweetener
What is the Sour family?
This tool is used to accurately measure liquor.
What is a jigger?
Bitters are often compared to this in cooking.
What are salt and pepper (seasoning)?
"Served over ice."
What is on the rocks?
True or False:
Tequila is made from cactus.
What is false? (Blue agave.)
Spirit + Carbonation
What is the Highball family?
This tool is used to release flavor from herbs like mint.
What is a muddler?
Name two things ice does besides make a drink cold.
Possible answers: Dilution, Texture, Temperature control, Balance
"Chilled but strained into the glass with no ice."
What is up?
This spirit is made by distilling wine.
What is brandy?
Spirit + Vermouth
What is the Martini/Manhattan family?
Ice is considered what part of a cocktail?
What is an ingredient?
Why do bartenders twist an orange peel over an Old Fashioned?
To release aromatic oils. (For the Aromas)
This term usually means olive brine has been added to a martini.
What is dirty?
This spirit is often called the "blank canvas" because of its neutral flavor.
What is vodka?
Name TWO classic cocktails in the Sour family.
Possible Answers: Whiskey Sour, Margarita, Daiquiri, Sidecar, Tom Collins
Why are spirit-forward cocktails typically stirred instead of shaken?
Maintains clarity, Gentler dilution, Silky texture
Name the five elements of cocktail balance.
Strength, Sweetness, Acidity, Bitterness, Dilution
House liquor is commonly referred to by this name.
What is well liquor?