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What term was used for places that served ale in ancient Sumer?
The Prohibition Law was enacted in 1920 to encourage the sale of alcoholic beverages.
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What term refers to illegal suppliers of liquor during the Prohibition era?
Bootleggers
The Sumerians were known for their skilled trades in farming, crafting, and ______.
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What was the effect of the Prohibition Law on many establishments?
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Ancient Egyptians had no awareness of the effects of alcohol on the body and mind.
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During which era did the introduction of stagecoaches occur, leading to the establishment of post houses?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What was the primary reason Bathtub Gin was made?
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The 21st Amendment was passed in 1933 to enforce Prohibition Law.
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What law shifted liability for damages in drunken driving incidents from the driver to the server?
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In the Philippines, the hospitality industry was heavily affected by the __________ epidemic.
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During early COVID-19, how did people in the Philippines primarily obtain liquor?
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Match the following key figures with their contributions to cocktail history:
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Mocktails gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic as people focused on health and wellness.
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What was the title of Jerry Thomas's notable cocktail-making guide published in 1862?
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Study Notes
Beverage Service Industry History
- The origins of the beverage service industry date back to the Sumerians around 4000 BC in present-day Iraq.
- Sumerians were advanced traders, farmers, and craftsmen who established taverns serving "ale" for social gatherings.
- The term "tavern" evolved from Latin "taberna" and Greek "taverna," originally meaning shed or workshop.
- By the 19th century, "tavern" transformed into modern terms like public house or pub.
Ancient Warnings and Modern Development
- Ancient Egypt warned against drunkenness in taverns, highlighting the early awareness of alcohol's effects on behavior.
- From AD 1600 to AD 1800, stagecoach travel necessitated post houses along routes offering food, drinks, and lodging for travelers.
Prohibition Era (1920-1933)
- The Prohibition Law (18th Amendment) in 1920 made the manufacturing, selling, and importation of alcohol illegal in the U.S.
- The law led to widespread job loss, closures of establishments, and significant government revenue loss, contributing to The Great American Depression.
- Speakeasies emerged as venues selling illegal alcohol; "moonshines" referred to illicitly produced liquor, and "bootleggers" were illegal suppliers.
- Bathtub Gin was a type of gin made secretly, while rumrunners smuggled alcohol across borders.
- The 21st Amendment in 1933 repealed the Prohibition Law.
Dram Shop Law
- The Dram Shop Law shifted liability from the drunken driver to the server or establishment that served alcohol in incidents of drunk driving.
Bartending in the Covid Era
- The hospitality industry, including bars and restaurants, faced drastic disruptions starting March 2020 due to COVID-19.
- In the Philippines, strict prohibition measures were instated, including curfews and bans on public drinking, leading to illegal sales via social media.
- Mini groceries, or "Sari-sari stores," facilitated underground transactions for liquor, and online delivery of cocktails gained popularity.
- Mocktails surged in demand amidst a growing health and wellness trend, with liquor brands sponsoring virtual bartending competitions and educational webinars.
Key Figures in Bartending History
- Jerry Thomas published "The Bon Vivant’s Companion" in 1862, the first cocktail book, establishing himself as a pioneering bartender.
- "Cocktail" Bill Boothby was a prominent figure during the original golden age of mixology, spanning the Civil War to Prohibition.
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Explore the intriguing history of the beverage service industry, tracing its roots back to the Sumerians around 4000 BC. Learn about the evolution of taverns and their significance in ancient social gatherings. This quiz delves into the rich traditions and practices that shaped beverage culture through the ages.
