Gaslamp Bartending School Practice Test

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• Which measurements does a jigger commonly provide, and when should you use each?
• Which liqueur is added to a Tokyo Tea besides vodka, gin, and rum?
• What is the base spirit in the Washington Apple?
• Which drink is the orange-juice-free variant of Sex on the Beach?
• Which spirit dominates an Old Fashioned?
• Which cocktail pairs a 1 oz whiskey shot with beer?
• What does 'up' mean in cocktail terminology?
• How is a Rob Roy prepared according to the recipe?
• Which liqueur is commonly used in a Cosmopolitan?
• Which three ingredients comprise a Negroni?
• Which mixer is used in the Moscow Mule family?
• What technique is used to prepare a Negroni?
• Which liqueur is floated on top of an Appletini?
• What garnish is traditional for a Martini?
• What is the tequila-based variant of a Bloody Mary called?
• In preparing an Old Fashioned, which base spirit is traditionally used to achieve the classic profile?
• What sweetener is used in a Mojito?
• Which drink is typically served hot as a coffee-based cocktail?
• Which of the following is the correct ingredient and garnish for a Vodka Gimlet?
• Dirty Martini ingredients?
• What are the base ingredients of a Margarita?
• Which liquor is added to the Three Wisemen to form the Four Horsemen?
• Which four base spirits are used in a Long Island Iced Tea?
• Three Wisemen mix equal parts of which liquors?
• Which statement best describes Fizzy cocktails versus Sour cocktails?
• If a bar recipe calls for a standard pour of 1.5 ounces for base spirits, which ingredient would you most likely measure this amount for?
• Cactus Cooler composition?
• In an Italian Coffee, which liqueur is used?
• Which drink is listed as a Rock Glass Drink with the name 007?
• Bay Breeze is made with vodka and which two juices?
• Which cocktail pairs Prosecco with peach puree?
• Which garnish is commonly used with these vodka-based cocktails?
• Which cocktail is vodka-based?
• What spirit is the base of a Martini?
• Which cocktail includes pineapple juice as an ingredient?
• Which cocktail is made with vodka, peach schnapps, and a mix of cranberry and orange juice, garnished with lime?
• Which cocktail is described with a 10 count and should never be shaken?
• What is floated on top in a Tequila Sunrise?
• What is the role of bitters in cocktails?
• The Bellini is made with Prosecco and which fruit puree?
• Which statement describes free pouring in bartending?
• Which cocktail includes vodka, blue curacao, sour mix, and a splash of 7up, garnished with lemon?
• Which instrument is used to remove ice while pouring from a shaker?
• What is the correct bottom-to-top order of layers in a B-52?
• Which fruit juice is used in Liquid Marijuana?
• What is the standard garnish for a Negroni?
• What is the primary spirit in a Manhattan?
• Which cocktail pairs vodka with orange juice and cranberry juice?
• Which instruction accompanies Mudslide preparation?
• What is the typical garnish for an Old Fashioned?
• Which cocktail includes Crown Royal and Peach Schnapps in the shot?
• What are the two main ingredients in a Mexican Hummer?
• Which statement about the shaker's effect on a cocktail is true?
• What liqueur gives a Classic Sidecar its orange citrus flavor?
• Which ingredient is included in an Oatmeal Cookie shot?
• Which spirit is used in a Hot Toddy?
• What is the difference between stirred and shaken cocktails?
• Which steps and ingredients compose an Old Fashioned as described?
• Which of the following is NOT a tall glass drink?
• Which glassware is standard for serving a Gimlet?
• Which combination correctly makes a White Russian?
• Which of the following is a traditional garnish option for a Martini?
• Which cocktail is stirred and served on the rocks with a cherry garnish?
• What is the purpose of a dry shake?
• What garnish is used on a Tom Collins?
• In a dark n stormy, which ingredient is filled first?
• Irish Car Bomb components?
• Standard Martini recipe?
• Which statement best describes the base spirits in an LA Water?
• Which combination constitutes a Cosmopolitan?
• Which two ingredients create an Irish Coffee according to the recipe?
• Which spirit serves as the base in a Chocolate Chip/Birthday Cake shot?
• Which cocktail is described as neat in a rocks glass with a sugar rim and contains brandy or cognac?
• How is a Manhattan typically prepared?
• What is the garnish of a Tom Collins?
• What is the effect of expressing citrus oils over a drink?
• Which cocktail is described as Mai Tai but with equal parts of pineapple juice and orange juice?
• What is the purpose of a speed rack?
• What juice is used to fill a Tequila Sunrise?
• Which whiskey is used in a Breakfast Shot?
• Name two categories of vermouth.
• Which cocktail is built with vodka and olive juice, garnished with olives?
• Which ingredient is added to a Mimosa along with champagne?
• What is the base spirit of a Daiquiri?
• What is the final step in preparing a Wine Spritzer?
• Which combination makes up the Surfer on Acid cocktail?
• If a guest asks for a dry cocktail, which vermouth category is most appropriate to start with?
• In Sangria, which wine forms the base the drink is built on?
• Which cocktail includes rum, blue curacao, and pineapple juice?
• Which option correctly describes a Purple Hooter?
• What is the standard 'one and a half' ounce pour used in most cocktails?
• Which combination of base spirits is used in an AMF?
• Which cocktail uses vodka and Midori with pineapple juice?
• Which liqueur is included in Liquid Cocaine along with SoCo and Amaretto?
• Which cocktail is garnished with a cherry and a lemon garnish?
• Perfect Manhattan recipe?
• Which statement about stirring versus shaking is true?
• What technique helps integrate citrus oils without adding extra liquid to the drink?
• Which drink is categorized as a Rock Glass Drink?
• What bitters are essential in an Old Fashioned?
• Which cocktail uses sour mix as an ingredient?
• Which statement best describes the Lemon Drop preparation?
• Which glassware is used for serving a Mojito?
• Which cocktail is garnished with lemon and features vodka, blue curacao, and sour fail?
• What is the best practice for determining a guest’s preferred sweetness in a cocktail?
• Which drink requires shaking with ice before serving?
• Which combination of tools is used for double straining a cocktail?
• What is the garnish for a Daiquiri?
• Which ingredient is present in Nuts and Berries?
• Which ingredient is used as the flavoring component in a Chocolate Chip/Birthday Cake shot?
• In Sangria, which liqueur can be used according to the recipe?
• Which garnish is used in a Fuzzy Navel?
• Which drink uses espresso as a key ingredient?
• How is a Mind Eraser typically served?
• Which two liqueurs form the Buttery Nipple?
• Which garnish is sometimes added to a Tom Collins in addition to the lemon wheel?
• Which cocktail is known for the combination of vodka, citrus notes, and cranberry?
• Which cocktail includes both Midori and Malibu rum?
• Which liquor is the fourth member of the Four Horsemen alongside Jim Beam, Jack Daniels, and Johnnie Walker?
• Which ingredient is used in a Fuzzy Navel?
• What is double straining and when should you use it?
• Which cocktail is espresso-based?
• How do you ensure a smooth texture when using egg white in a cocktail?
• Which liqueur is not used in an Oatmeal Cookie?
• What are the ingredients and assembly for a Cherry Bomb?
• Which drink is garnished with a cherry and an orange flag?
• What is the base spirit in a Margarita?
• Which liqueur is used in a Kir Royal?
• Which ingredient acts as the sour mixer in the Margarita recipe?
• What does 'neat' mean when serving a drink?
• Texas Tea substitutes tequila for which Long Island ingredient?
• Which of the following lists the Gummy Bear ingredients correctly?
• Which juice top is used in a Red Death?
• In a Wine Spritzer, what is added first according to the recipe?
• Which ingredients comprise the Washington Apple cocktail?
• What best describes a Black Russian as compared to a White Russian?
• Grape Crush is described as a variation of which drink using sour mix and 7up?
• Which cocktail is traditionally made with gin, lemon juice, sugar, and sparkling wine?
• Boiler Maker pairing?
• Which ingredients comprise a Cape Cod cocktail?
• In a Margarita, what is the primary fruit juice used?
• What is the middle layer in a classic B-52?
• What is free pouring and why is it used?
• What liqueur is commonly used to sweeten a Cosmopolitan?
• What are the key ingredients for a Lemon Drop?
• Which beverage is made by adding Chambord to champagne?
• Which preparation details apply to a Sidecar?
• What garnish is typical for a Cosmopolitan?
• What is the relationship between ABV and proof?
• Which sweetener is commonly used in most sour cocktails?
• Which cocktail is based on rum and commonly features pineapple or coconut flavors?
• Which sequence describes a Slippery Nipple?
• What is the typical garnish for a Manhattan?
• In a Mind Eraser, which ingredient is used to fill the rocks glass before the alcohol is added?
• A Cuba Libre cocktail is made with which ingredients?
• Which orange-flavored liqueur is commonly used in Sidecar and Margarita recipes?
• What garnish does a Gibson use uniquely?
• What garnish is used on a Bloody Mary?
• Which cocktail is the salted-rim variation of the Grey Hound?
• Which sparkling component is included in a French 75?
• Which cocktail is a Mai Tai variant made with equal parts of pineapple juice and orange juice?
• The pres/presbyterian combines vodka with equal parts of which mixers?
• In a traditional French 75, which ingredient provides sweetness?
• Double strain is used to remove which elements?
• Which ingredient is in an Alabama Slammer?
• Which ingredient provides the sour component in a Kamikaze?
• When would you shake a cocktail instead of stirring?
• What garnish distinguishes a Gibson from a martini?
• Which cocktail features Grand Marnier among its ingredients?
• What is the garnish for a Gin and Tonic?
• Which set of ingredients matches a Colorado Bulldog?
• In the Moscow (Irish and Kentucky) and Mule family, which ingredient provides bitterness?
• What is the purpose of a fine mesh strainer?
• Which two spirits comprise a Rusty Nail?
• Which ingredient is floated on top in a French Martini?
• Which of the following describes the Vegas Bomb setup?
• In a Whiskey Sour, which ingredient provides the sour component?
• Which cocktail is listed under Rock Glass (two liquors)?
• Which cocktail includes Malibu and Midori?
• Which cocktail contains vodka, peach schnapps, and orange juice, garnished with a cherry?
• The Mimosa is typically served in which type of glass?
• Which cocktail includes Baileys in the shot?
• For a Cosmopolitan, which liqueur substitution is acceptable for sweetness?
• Which ingredients are used in a Skrewdriver cocktail?
• Which spirit is commonly used as an alternative to rye in a Manhattan?
• A Cadillac Margarita is a Margarita with a float of which liqueur?
• What garnish is used with a Rusty Nail?
• Which cocktail blends vodka, Midori, and orange juice?
• Which cocktail is traditionally built with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth as its primary components?
• Which drink is listed as a tall glass drink with two liquors?
• What is the base spirit of a Piña Colada?
• The Bellini uses which type of wine as its base?
• Which cocktail includes vodka, Midori, and pineapple juice and is garnished with a cherry?
• Which cocktail is a tropical rum drink made with pineapple juice and garnished with a cherry and lime?
• Which Scooby Snack ingredient list includes a whipped cream step?
• Which liqueur is included in a Blow Job shot?
• What is the base spirit of a Cosmopolitan?
• Which cocktail features white rum, pineapple juice, a grenadine layer, and a float of dark rum?
• When a guest with an allergy requests a drink, the best approach is to:
• Which cocktail is commonly served in a Collins glass or highball?
• What glass is used to serve a French Connection?
• Which cocktail features orange vodka, orange juice, and seven-up?
• In a Colorado Bulldog, which is added as a splash to balance the drink?
• Which cocktail is described as a 10 count and should never be shaken?
• In a Mexican Coffee, which liqueur is added before filling with coffee?
• Which cocktail pairs vodka with Midori and pineapple juice?
• What is the base spirit of a Mojito?
• What is the mixer used in a Jäger Bomb?
• Which energy drink is added to a Trash Can?
• Which statement about stirring is true?
• Which two liqueurs comprise a French Connection?
• Which bitters are essential in an Old Fashioned?
• What garnish is used in a Hot Toddy?
• Madras is a blend of vodka with which two juices?
• Which statement about shaking is true?
• Which drink is prepared by floating dark rum on top of ginger beer?
• Which cocktail includes a float of razmataz and blue curacao on top?
• Which cocktail uses equal parts of soda water and seven-up?
• Which cocktail combines vodka, Razmatazz, and pineapple juice?
• To adjust a cocktail’s sweetness to a guest’s preference, which method is recommended?
• Sea Breeze uses which two juices with a vodka base?
• Name three core bitters often used in cocktails.
• What is the typical flavor profile of Campari?
• The 007 cocktail uses which flavor of vodka along with orange juice and seven-up?
• Which of these is a key ingredient in Nuts and Berries?