Chapter 5 Pearson Hospitality Quiz

Beverage costs should be between what percent of the sales price?

18-22

Describe the characteristics associated with stout.

A dark ale with a sweet, strong, malt flavor.

By weight, tea has more caffeine than coffee however, a typically cup of coffee has more caffeine than a cup of tea. Why is that?

A pound of tea leaves makes 250-300 cups of tea while a pound of coffee makes 40 cups of coffee, causing the caffeine to be more concentrated.

What is a restaurant's or bar's liability when serving alcohol?

A restaurant or bar may be liable if alcohol is served to a minor or intoxicated guest.

What are the three common styles of beer?

Ale, Lager, and Stout

Which of the following is a true statement about bars?

Bars can be focal points or main features, drawing the guest to have a beverage because of the atmosphere.

What is the most popular nonalcoholic drink in the world?

Coffee

What are coffee roasts?

Coffee roasts describe the different flavor levels of coffee beans ranging from light, often used in canned or institutional roasts; to medium, an all-purpose roast; to dark, which has a fancy rich flavor and includes espresso.

Chalky soil, a humid climate, and special distillation techniques are all reasons why this spirit is considered one of the finest brandies in the world.

Cognac

What is the difference between fortified and aromatic wines?

Fortified wines have had brandy added to them, while aromatic wines have been fortified and flavored with roots, herbs, barks, and flowers.

The most notable wine producing country in Europe is __________, which produces the finest Bordeaux and Burgundy wines.

France

What steps have been enacted to reduce potential liquor liability in restaurants and bars?

In order to reduce potential liability, some states have changed laws to only focus on establishments that serve alcohol to minors. Other steps that have been enacted to reduce liability include increased awareness of fake IDs, implementation of designated driver programs, and server training using programs such as ServSafe and TIPS.

Of the four popular types of whisky distributed around the world which one most conforms to the standards of the Whisky Act from the country of its origin?

Scotch

This popular white liquor is made from a type of cactus and must be grown near the town that provides the name of the liquor.

Tequila

How has craft brewing emerged?

The craft brewing industry has been steadily emerging over the last few decades even while the traditional brewing industry has been experiencing stagnated sales growth. Patrons of craft breweries appreciate that each brewery is distinctly different. The craft brewing industry can be very collaborative, with local breweries helping to market and distribute each other's products.

How is beer brewed?

The process of brewing beer starts with the main ingredients, then grain is added to these ingredients until fermentation occurs. After fermentation, mashing happens, followed by filtering, and then brewing.

The most important wine making grape varietal is ________ which yields at least five different varieties of wine.

Vitis vinifera

What are two white spirits and the ingredients used to create them?

Vodka, which can be made from many sources including barley, corn, or potatoes, and gin, made from the juniper berry

How is alcohol gauged in the United States?

by its proof content

In order for a sparkling wine to be called champagne, it must _______________.

come from the Champagne region of France

In the United States, still premium wines are named after the ____________.

grape varietal, such as chardonnay or merlot

Energy drinks have risen in popularity and are marketed as a way to __________.

revitalize the mind and body by providing a quick energy boost

A popular method used to control inventory and minimize employee theft is the use of ______________.

spotters

The most important ingredient used in brewing beer is ________.

the water