ABST Product Knowledge 2

Question 1

What distinguishes a lager from an ale in the brewing process?

Accepted Answer

Lagers are fermented with bottom-fermenting yeast at cold temperatures

Answer

Lagers use bottom-fermenting yeast (Saccharomyces pastorianus) and ferment at cold temperatures (35–50°F), producing a clean, crisp flavor.

Question 2

Which spirit is the primary base ingredient in a classic Margarita?

Accepted Answer

Tequila

Answer

A classic Margarita is made with tequila, triple sec (or orange liqueur), and lime juice.

Question 3

What is the standard serving size for a glass of wine in US alcohol service guidelines?

Accepted Answer

5 oz

Answer

The standard serving size for wine is 5 oz, which contains approximately 0.6 oz of pure alcohol.

Question 4

Bourbon whiskey must be aged in which type of container?

Accepted Answer

New charred oak barrels

Answer

By US law, bourbon must be aged in new, charred oak barrels, which impart its characteristic color and flavor.

Question 5

What does 'proof' mean when referring to the alcohol content of a spirit?

Accepted Answer

Twice the percentage of alcohol by volume

Answer

In the US, proof is exactly twice the ABV percentage, so an 80-proof spirit is 40% alcohol by volume.

(ABST) Alcohol and Beverage Service Training Practice Test