12 Questions
What is the term for the art of following a recipe or formula to produce a standard, added consistent drink according to specification?
Mixology
What type of garnish is not meant to be consumed?
Non-Edible Garnish
What is a cocktail that contains no alcohol?
Mocktail
What is the term for liqueurs and non-alcoholic beverages added to the main ingredients when mixing drinks?
Modifiers
What is the term for a small drink made from distilled liquor?
Snifter
How is the concentration of alcohol in an alcoholic beverage often described?
Percent alcohol by volume (% abv) or proof
What is the minimum required alcohol content for a liquor to be considered whiskey?
80%
What is the main difference between Scotch whisky and Irish whisky?
Scotch has a smoky flavor and Irish does not
Which of the following is NOT a type of rum?
Canadian
What is the main characteristic of vodka?
It has no aroma nor color and taste
What is the main ingredient used to make Tequila?
Fermented sap of the maguey plant
What is the main characteristic of a liqueur?
It is an infusion of fruit, sugar, syrup or other flavor to brandy or other spirits
Test your knowledge of cocktail terminology! From mixology to mocktails, learn the definitions of essential bartending terms. From edible garnishes to modifiers, master the art of mixology with this quiz.
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