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What is the primary flavor profile characteristic of Cohiba Red Dot cigars?
What is the primary flavor profile characteristic of Cohiba Red Dot cigars?
What is a big benefit of renting a personalized locker at Grotto?
What is a big benefit of renting a personalized locker at Grotto?
What is the primary material used in the production of bourbon in the United States?
What is the primary material used in the production of bourbon in the United States?
What is the purpose of the punch cards in the Barley Bourbon Champions Program?
What is the purpose of the punch cards in the Barley Bourbon Champions Program?
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What is the key difference between spiced and aged rum?
What is the key difference between spiced and aged rum?
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What is our pour amount for flights?
What is our pour amount for flights?
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What is the importance of proper maintenance of simple syrup at Grotto?
What is the importance of proper maintenance of simple syrup at Grotto?
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Which of the following spirits is not listed on the Upper Shelf at Barley House's Grotto?
Which of the following spirits is not listed on the Upper Shelf at Barley House's Grotto?
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What is the purpose of using a big ice cube in a drink?
What is the purpose of using a big ice cube in a drink?
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What is the typical duration for capturing smoke in the drink smoker?
What is the typical duration for capturing smoke in the drink smoker?
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Study Notes
Grotto Bar Layout
- Upper Shelf: Tito's vodka, Bombay gin, Selva Rey rum, Alto's tequila, Peach schnaps, and Jameson Irish whiskey
- Bottom Shelf: Grey Goose vodka, Captain Morgan rum, Jack Daniel's whiskey, Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Triple Sec, and Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Pour Amounts
- 1.5 oz for bourbons and high-end spirits
- 1.25 oz for mixed drinks
- 1 oz for flights
Difference Between Bourbon and Whiskey
- Bourbon: a type of whiskey made in the United States, primarily from corn, and aged in charred oak barrels
- Whiskey: a broader category that includes various types like Scotch, Irish whiskey, and bourbon, made from grains like barley, corn, rye, or wheat and aged in wooden barrels
Classic Cocktail Recipes
- Old Fashion: 1.5 oz bourbon, 0.25 oz simple syrup, 2-3 dashes of Angostura bitters, and an orange slice (with the option to add a cherry) for garnish
- Manhattan: 1.5 oz bourbon, 0.75 oz sweet vermouth, 2 dashes of Angostura bitters, and a maraschino cherry for garnish
- French 75: 1.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and Champagne (about 2-3 oz), with a lemon twist for garnish
- Classic Martini: 2 1/2 ounces gin or vodka, 1/2 ounce dry vermouth, and a lemon twist or olive for garnish
Ice Cube Usage
- Big Ice Cube: used for drinks like bourbon to minimize dilution while keeping the drink cold
- Scoop of Ice Cubes: used for cocktails where faster dilution is desired, like in mixed drinks
Using the Drink Smoker
- Place smoking wood chips in the smoker and ignite them
- Capture the smoke for about 15 seconds before or after mixing the cocktail
Types of Cigars and Flavors
- Cohiba Red Dot: smooth and creamy with hints of cedar and spice
- LFD Reserva: bold and robust with notes of coffee, cocoa, and earthiness
- CLE Corojo: rich and robust with flavors of cedar, leather, and earthiness
- Sancho Panza: smooth and creamy, offering flavors of nuts, coffee, and sweet spices
- CAO Gold: mild and creamy with toasted nuts, caramel, and cedar notes
Locker Rentals and Membership
- Lockers can be rented out for 600for6monthsor600 for 6 months or 600for6monthsor1000 for a year (save $200)
- Membership includes a signature bottle, personalized lockers, and perks such as waived room rental fees for private parties and first dibs for VIP bottle service
The Barley Bourbon Champions Program
- Encourage customers to participate in the program to earn rewards
- Rewards include a name plate on the plaque and a hoodie
Flight Boards
- Offer customers the opportunity to sample different spirits
- Flight boards can be ordered with or without a cigar, offering 1 oz pours of each selection in order on the menu
Simple Syrup Maintenance
- Simple syrup should be stored in the fridge and switched out when the sugar starts to break down
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Description
Learn about the spirits and pour amounts at Barley House's Grotto. Identify the upper and bottom shelf liquor selection and pour amounts. Perfect for bartenders and mixologists.
