Bartender Certification Cocktail Recipes and Techniques 2

Question 1

What are the three classic components of a Negroni?

Accepted Answer

Gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari

Answer

A classic Negroni is made with equal parts gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari, stirred over ice and garnished with an orange peel.

Question 2

What is the correct preparation method for a Mojito?

Accepted Answer

Muddle mint and lime, add rum and sugar, top with soda water over ice

Answer

A Mojito is made by muddling fresh mint leaves and lime wedges with sugar, adding white rum, then topping with soda water and serving over ice.

Question 3

Which spirit is the base of a Moscow Mule?

Accepted Answer

Vodka

Answer

A Moscow Mule is made with vodka, ginger beer, and fresh lime juice, traditionally served in a copper mug.

Question 4

What is the difference between a 'Tom Collins' and a 'John Collins'?

Accepted Answer

A Tom Collins uses gin; a John Collins uses bourbon or whiskey

Answer

A Tom Collins uses gin as its base spirit, while a John Collins traditionally uses bourbon or whiskey, though some recipes use any base spirit.

Question 5

What garnish is traditional for a classic Gin and Tonic?

Accepted Answer

Lime wedge or cucumber slice

Answer

A classic Gin and Tonic is traditionally garnished with a lime wedge or, increasingly in modern craft versions, a cucumber slice, which complements the botanical character of gin.

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Bartender Certification Cocktail Recipes and Techniques 2