Bartender Certification Bar Tools and Glassware 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of a 'fine strainer' (tea strainer) used alongside a Hawthorne strainer?

Accepted Answer

To double-strain, removing tiny ice shards and citrus pulp for a crystal-clear cocktail

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To remove the alcohol from a cocktail

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To carbonate the drink during straining

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To measure the volume of the strained drink

Question 2

What is the correct method for chilling a cocktail glass before service?

Accepted Answer

Filling the glass with ice and water, letting it sit for 1–2 minutes, then discarding the ice before pouring the cocktail

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Placing the glass in a freezer for 24 hours

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Rinsing the glass with warm water before use

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Placing the glass upside down on the ice bin

Question 3

What is the correct way to ice down a wine or Champagne bottle for service?

Accepted Answer

Place the bottle at a slight angle in a bucket with a mix of ice and water, which chills more effectively than ice alone

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Place the bottle in the refrigerator for 15 minutes

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Place the bottle upright in a bucket filled with ice only

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Wrap the bottle in a wet cloth

Question 4

Which glass is most appropriate for serving a classic IPA (India Pale Ale)?

Accepted Answer

A tulip glass or pint glass

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A red wine glass

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A shot glass

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A hurricane glass

Question 5

What is the correct temperature range for storing red wine?

Accepted Answer

55–65°F (13–18°C)

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32–38°F (0–3°C)

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45–50°F (7–10°C)

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70–75°F (21–24°C)

Question 6

What is a 'bar spoon' designed to accomplish beyond stirring?

Accepted Answer

Stirring cocktails, layering drinks via the back of the spoon, and measuring small amounts (1 bar spoon = approximately 5 ml)

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Only used for measuring bitters

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Straining pulp from citrus juice

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Opening beer bottles