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Undergraduate 1
02/28/2009

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Term
Back up
Definition
same drink again
Term
Brut
Definition
dry (used to describe Champagne)
Term
Call drink
Definition
bartender lingo for a drink ordered with specific ingredients
Term
Chaser
Definition
Liquid used to fill or follow a drink
Term
Dry
Definition
Less sweet
Term
Neat
Definition
unmixed, without ice (also Plain or Straight up)
Term
On the rocks
Definition
with ice
Term
Proof
Definition
an American measurement of alcohol strength or content: twice the percentage of alcohol in the bottle
Term
Soda back
Definition
soda on the side
Term
Sundries
Definition
bar snacks
Term
Add
Definition
to put in an ingredient
Term
Chill
Definition
to freeze a glass or to let ice and/or water stand in a glass
Term
Color
Definition
to add a few drops of liquid for its coloring effects
Term
Dash
Definition
to splash, the smallest bar measure (also Splash)
Term
Decant
Definition
to pour wine from a bottle that has deposits into another container; often into a carafe that will allow the wine to breathe (red or port wine)
Term
Fill
Definition
to add an ingredient to the remainder of the cocktail
Term
Float
Definition
a very small amount of liquor carefully poured on top of a cocktail; often done over the back of a spoon (Layering)
Term
Frost
Definition
to rub sugar on the rim of a glass (Crusta a sugar-rimmed glass)
Term
Garnish
Definition
to decorate with pre-cut fruit or vegetables
Term
Muddle
Definition
to crush an ingredient with another (for sugar, mint, etc)
Term
Salt
Definition
to rub salt on the rim of a glass
Term
Shake
Definition
to mix in a shaker with ice
Term
Stir
Definition
to mix with a bar spoon in glass
Term
Strain
Definition
to pour from shaker through a straining device into the cocktail glass
Term
Old-Fashioned/Double Old-Fashioned
Definition
Originally used for "on the rocks" type drinks (lowballs, especially whiskey, scotch, etc.)
Term
Highball/Collins
Definition
Straight, tall, and thin, these glasses can range from 8-12 oz
Term
Cocktail/Margarita glass
Definition
Vary in size, can hold anywhere from 4-8 oz!
Term
Sour
Definition
May be footed or straight-sided, can be 4.5-7 ounces in size. Commonly used for whiskey, rum, or brandy sours
Term
Cordial/ Pousse cafe glass
Definition
Only 1 ounce in capacity, used for liqueurs
Term
Basic Bar Set-Up
Definition
see diagram
Term
Dash
Definition
A few drops (also called a splash)
1/32 fl. oz.
Term
Teaspoon
Definition
1/8 fl. oz. (common bar spoon)
Term
Tablespoon
Definition
3/8 fl. oz. = 15mL
Term
Pony
Definition
1 fl. oz. = 30mL
Term
Shot
Definition
1.5 fl. oz. = 45mL (common bar glass), also called a jigger
Term
Split
Definition
6.3 fl. oz. = 187mL
Term
Cup
Definition
8 fl. oz. = 240mL
Term
Pint
Definition
16 fl.oz. = 480mL
Term
Fifth
Definition
25.4 fl. oz. = 750mL
Term
Liter
Definition
33.8 fl. oz.
Term
Magnum
Definition
1.5 liters (double-sized bottle)
Term
Jerobaum/Double Magnum
Definition
3 liters (large wine jugs)
Term
Counts
Definition
1/2 oz = 1 count
1 oz = 2 counts
1.5 oz/1 shot = 3 counts
Term
How much beer is really in a keg?
Definition
A keg yields 360 12-ounce glasses
Term
Bitters
Definition
an aromatic mixture with a high alcohol content used as a flavoring; made from herbal extracts including over forty ingredients from various herbs, barks, flowers, roots, seeds, etc.
Term
Grenadine
Definition
sweet syrup flavored by pomegranates, used to sweet or color
Term
Lemon juice
Definition
for best flavor use fresh squeezed juice, otherwise bottled
Term
Rose's lime juice
Definition
sweeter and thicker than fresh lime juice
Term
Sugar syrup
Definition
liquid sugar; made by mixing granulated sugar with boiling water
Term
Bar sugar
Definition
superfine granulated sugar (dissolves best in cold drinks) and used for frosting glasses
Term
Salt
Definition
coarse salt used for salting glasses
Term
To salt or frost a glass
Definition
1. Moisten the rim of a cocktail glass using:
a. Lemon/lime wedge for salt
b. orange/lime wedge for sugar
c. bar sponge: a special bar tool that has three separate saucers for moistening and frosting/salting (this can be improvised with a damp napkin in a saucer).
2. Turn the rim of the glass in a saucer filled with course salt or bar sugar
Term
Celery
Definition
cut into sticks
Term
Cinnamon
Definition
spice (for hot drinks); also cinnamon sticks are used to flavor and stir hot drinks
Term
Green cocktail olives
Definition
olives soaked in salt water, sometimes stuffed with red peppers and or almonds
Term
Lemons
Definition
cut into wedges, slices, wheels, or twists
Term
Limes
Definition
cut into wedges, slices, wheels, or twists
Term
Maraschino cherries
Definition
sweet cherries in sugar syrup
Term
Mint
Definition
spearmint leaves
Term
Nutmeg
Definition
spice
Term
Oranges
Definition
cut into slices or wheels
Term
Pearl onions
Definition
small onions
Term
Pineapple
Definition
cut into spears, slices, and chunks. Use fresh, NOT canned!
Term
Creating a wedge
Definition
1. Cut the fruit in half lengthwise
2. Cut a slit in the fruit perpendicular to the axis
3. Cutting along the axis, slice the fruit half into fourths
Term
Slices
Definition
1. Cut the fruit in half lengthwise
2. Cut a line through the fruit along the axis
3. With the flat end down, cut the fruit into slices
Term
Wheels
Definition
1. Cut off both ends of the fruit
2. Carefully cut a line through half the lime along the axis
3. Slice the fruit into wheels approximately 1/4 inches thick
Term
Twists
Definition
1. Make a wheel
2. Carefully cut a line through half the lime along its axis
3. Slice the fruit into wheels approximately 1/4 thick
Term
Pineapple slices
Definition
1. Cut pineapple into fourths along a vertical axis
2. Cut off the center core
3. Carefully carve out the fruit from the rind sparing as much fruit as possible
4. Cut the pineapple into 1/4-1/2 in. slices
Term
Gin (background)
Definition
1. Gin is a highly distilled spirit from grain and flavored primarily with juniper berries. In addition, gin is reprocessed with assorted herbs and spices, each combination giving a brand of gin its distinctive flavor
2. Known as a white spirit, gin should be crystal clear, devoid of color or tint
3. Inferior gins smell and taste overly sweet or too flowery
4. A good gin should have a mildly off-dry aftertaste with no burn or bite
5. English gins are 94 proof and dry
6. American gins are 80-94 proof and dry
7. Most gins are NOT aged
Term
Gin: Common call names
Value Brands
Definition
Fleischmann
Gordon's
McCormick
Seagram's
Term
Gin: Common call names
Premium Brands
Definition
Beefeater
Bombay- Sapphire, Dry
Boodle's
Tanqueray
Term
Vodka Background
Definition
1. Vodka is a highly distilled spirit from grain, primarily barley and wheat, sometimes rye, but it can be made from fruits and vegetables as well.
2. Sometimes a filtration technique through charcoal is also used to produce a pure distillate. Thus vodka should be crystal clear.
3. Vodka is distilled to at least 190 proof, diluted, and bottled at a minimum of 80 proof. It is not aged.
4. Premium vodka is very subtle, almost elusive in smell and taste. It has the slightest hints of charcoal and dry grain, giving it a completely dry but extremely smooth aftertaste. Inferior vodkas smell and taste overly sweet or too flowery.
5. Western producers are now flavoring their vodka with citrus, pepper, or fruits.
6. Vodka is considered the most versatile of all liquors because its softness does not interfere with the taste of the mixers, thus it is used for many classic drinks and most commonly ordered "straight up"
Term
Vodka common call names
Definition
Absolut-Citron, Mandarin, Kurant, Peppar (sweden)
Belvedere (Poland)
Finlandia (Finland)
Grey Goose (France)
Ketel One (Holland)
Krepkaya (Russia)
Skyy- Citrus
Smirnoff, Blue Label (U.S.)
Stolichnaya- Vanilla, Raspberry, Orange...(Russia)
Term
Rum background
Definition
1. Rum is distilled from extracted sugar cane juice and fermented molasses to less than 190 proof
2. Rum is aged in uncharred oak barrels varying from 1-10 years, depending on the style. It is bottled at anywhere from 80 to 151 proof
3. The darker the rum, the sweeter and more pronounced the flavor
Term
Light-Bodied Rum
Definition
Also known as white or silver
a) dry and colorless with only a slight molasses flavor
b) aged 6-12 years in uncharred oak barrels
c) Puerto Rican rums are the most common light-bodied rums
Term
Medium-Bodied Rum
Definition
Also known as gold or amber
a) Richer flavor, deeper color, mellower than light-bodied rums
b) aged 3 years, sometimes in charred barrels
Term
Dark Rum
Definition
a) These are darker and sweeter rums
b) These undergo a slower fermentation process and are typically aged for 5-7 years; therefore they have a fuller, richer molasses-liked body and taste.
C) Jamaican rums are the most famous heavy-bodied rums noted for their pungency and flavor
Term
Spiced, Aromatic and Flavored
Definition
a) These have an aromatic quality gained through addition of spices or other tropical flavors (e.g. Malibu, Parrot Bay coconut rum)
b) Flavored rums are infused with the essence of fruit or coconut
c) unlike most rums, these may be bottled at less than 80 proof
Term
Rum: Common call names
Definition
Appleton (Jamaica)
Bacardi- Dark, Black, Superior, 151 (Puerto Rico)
Captain Morgan- Spiced Rum (Puerto Rico)
Mount Gay (Barbados)
Myers- (Jamaica)
Ron Del Barrilito (Puerto Rico)
Term
Tequila/Mezcal
Definition
1. Tequila is distilled specifically from the blue agave plant grown precisely in designated areas of Mexico
2. At least 51% of Tequila must be produced from the agave plant, and the remaining is sometimes blended with fermented sugar cane
3. It is often aged for varying lengths of time, although aging is not necessary
4. Color can be clear (double distilled) or gold (aged up to four years)
Term
Tequila Oro
Definition
Gold
a)This type is "joven y abogado," or young and adulterated, and can have caramel, spices, or fructose added to resemble older tequila
Term
Tequila Blanco
Definition
White or Plata (silver)
a) Bottled soon after distillation
b) Flavor is smooth and fresh with herbs and pepper-like quality
Term
Tequila Reposado
Definition
Rested
a) It may have added flavorings and colorings, but it gains its flavor through mandatory aging of at least two months and up to a year
b) Aged with hints of vanilla and spice creating a mellower character than tequila blanco
Term
Tequila Anejo
Definition
Aged or Vintage
a) Aged for at least 1-3 years
b) Like a fine cognac, these have a smooth, elegant, and complex flavor
Term
Tequila Extra Anejo
Definition
Extra aged
a) Aged a minimum of three years in oak barrels
Term
Tequila common call names
Definition
Baja
Herradura
Jose Cuervo- Blanco, Especial, 1800
Patron
Pepe Lopez
Sauza
Term
Whiskey Background
Definition
1. Whiskeys are distilled from fermented mash of grain: corn, rye, barley, or wheat
2. Once processed, whiskeys are aged in charred, oak barrels- which accelerates the golden coloration. During the aging period, whiskeys acquire their characteristic color, flavor, and aroma
3. The differences in whiskeys result in the kind of grain and water used, how it is processed, distilled, and how long it is aged- not to mention various blends and dilution ratios
4. Whisky: Scottish and Canadian spelling Whiskey: Irish and American spelling
Term
Straight Whiskey
Definition
a) distilled from at least 51% of a single grain
b) Not blended with neutral spirits or any other whiskey unless labeled so
c) They are aged in oak barrels for a minimum of three year
Term
I. Single Malt Scotch Whisky + Common call names
Definition
a) Produced from a single distillery in Scotland and exclusively fermented from malted barley
b) Unless they are from the same distillery, no two single-malt scotches will taste alike
c) aged a minimum of 3 years, average 8-12 years
d) typified for its distinctive dry and smoky flavor, scotch is considered the best of all whiskies
Common Call Names
Balvenie
Bowmore
Craggenmore
Glenfiddich
Glenlivert
Glenmorangie
Knockando
Laphroaig
Macallan
Oban
Term
Corn Whiskey + Common Call Names
Definition
Bourbon
a) Distilled from a mash containing at least 80% corn
b) Fermented with "sour mash"- thus intensifying the sweet flavor
c) Aged for 6-10 years
d) Full0bodied in flavor and color; commonly sweeter than Scotch
e) Originated in Bourbon County, Kentucky
f) Tennessee Bourbon is slightly sweeter than regular bourbon
Common Call Names:
Ancient Age
Jack Daniels (Tennessee Whiskey)
Jim Beam (Booker's= top quality)
Knob Creek
Maker's Mark
Old Grand Dad
Wild Turkey
Term
Rye Whiskey + Common Call Names
Definition
America
a) Distilled from a mash of grain containing no less than 51% rye.
b) aged for 4 years
c) amber-colored with a heavier flavor than bourbon
Common Call Names:
Old Overholt
Term
Blended/Light Whiskeys
Definition
a) Blends of at least two or more straight whiskeys and natural grain spirits
b) Contain a minimum of 20% straight whiskey and they cannot be less than 80 proof
c) although these whiskeys are blends of individual whiskeys with varying characteristics, they have less flavor intensity than a straight whiskey
d) an inferior blended whiskey may be bottled directly after it has been assembled and not aged in oak casks, cutting production costs
Term
Canadian Whisky (Blended) + Common Call Names
Definition
a) produced in Canada under strict government supervision and made from cereal grains only
b) Light-bodied and generally sweeter than other whiskeys
c) Aged 4-6 years
Common Call Names:
Black Velvet
Canadian Club
Schenley
Seagram-7, V.O.
Crown Royal
Term
Blended Scotch Whisky + Common Call Names
Definition
a) Produced only in Scotland
b) A blend of light-bodied grain and malt whisky to reduce intensity
c) Noted for its subtle intensity as a light-bodied whisky
d) must be aged at least 4 years in Scotland, but may be bottled elsewhere
e) Usually 80-86 proof
Common Call Names:
Ballantine's
Chivas Regal
Cutty Sark
Dewars
Famous Grouse
J & B
Johnnie Walker- Gold, Black, Blue, Red Label
Term
Irish Whiskey + Common Call Names
Definition
a) Made primarily from barley and aged for at least four years
b) Often aged in casks that have been used for Bourbon, Rumm, or Sherry.
c) Irish whiskey typically has a stronger flavor than Scottish or American brands due to their specialized cask aging processes
Common Call Names:
Bushmills
Connemara
John Jameson
Term
Brandy Background
Definition
Distilled from wine or a fermented mash of grapes or other fruits
2. Brandies made from apples and grapes are usually aged in wood casks, which make them colored. Others may not be aged and are thus colorless
3. Usually 80 proof
4. Most often enjoyed as an aperitif or an after-dinner drink; also frequently mixed with wine or sparkling wine, and is used for cooking as well
Common Call Names:
Clear Creek
Germain-Robin
Mascaro
Term
Cognac + Common call names
Definition
a) one of the finest brandies produced exclusively in the cognac region of western france
b) Cognac is known for its smoothness and aroma
c) superior cognacs are labeled with various abbreviations: V.S. (very supreior), X.O. (extra old), Extra, Reserve, etc.
Common Call Names:
Courvoisier
Hennessy
Remy Martin
Term
Armagnac
Definition
a) Also one of the finest brandies produced exclusively in Armagnac of southwestern France
b) As opposed to cognac, which is distilled twice, Armagnac is distilled only once to better preserve its hearty and full fruit character
c) Armagnac has a silky but dry taste and a fuller flavor than Cognac
Term
Fruit Flavored Brandies + Common Call Names
Definition
a) Brandy-based liqueurs flavored with blackberries, peaches, apricots, cherries, ginger, plums, pears, raspberries, strawberries, etc.
Common Call Names:
Southern Comfort (peach)
Framboise (raspberry)
Fraise de Bois (strawberry)
Term
Grappa/Marc/Pomace + Call Names
Definition
a) Brandy made from the grape skins, seeds, stems, and pulp that are left behind during the wine-making process. This mixture is then pressed again and juice is fermented and distilled. Also known as the "poor man's brandy"
b) The resulting liquor has a high alcohol content and a thick, syrupy consistency
c) Grappa is made in Italy, Marc in France, and Pomace in England, but all refer to the same subset of brandy
Common Call Names:
Antonella Bocchino
Jacopo Poli
Michele Chiarlo
Term
Liqueurs Background
Definition
1. Also referred to as cordials or ratafias
2. They are sweetened liquors that are flavored and scented by the addition of fruits, flowers, herbs, seeds, roots, plants, juices, nuts, spices, leaves, or barks
3. The basis of all liqueurs is alcohol and sugar or other sweetening agents, as well as aromatic and coloring additives, which give them a highly concentrated, dessert-like consistency and flavor
4. Alcohol content ranges from 15%-55%
Term
Absinthe
Definition
A green, aromatic, licorice flavored liqueur made from anise seeds and contains wormwood and other herbs. Now prohibited in the Western countries since it contains a neurotoxin. Substitute with Anisette, Pernod, Herbsaint, or Sambuca
Term
Advokaat
Definition
An eggnog liqueur, originally from Holland and now made in the United States. Can be as thick as custard, and also thinner in its second version (20%)
Term
Amaretto
Definition
A bitter, almond-flavored Italian liqueur made from apricot stones and herbs (28%)
Term
Anisette
Definition
An aromatic licorice flavored French liqueur made from anise seeds (30%)
Term
B & B
Definition
A topaz colored mixture of Benedictine and Brandy
Term
Benedictine D.O.M.
Definition
A sweet cognac-based liqueur flavored with honey, citrus, and herbs; and it was first produced by Benedictine monks (France)
Term
Cachaca
Definition
a Brazilian spirit that's a close cousin to tequila, but distilled from sugar cane instead of the blue agave plant (38-48%)
Term
Campari
Definition
Bitters of herbs and citrus fruits with a bright red color (25%)
Term
Chambord
Definition
An extremely sweet black-raspberry liqueur from France (16.5%)
Term
Chartreuse
Definition
A complex and aromatic yellow-green liqueur made with 130 herbs and spices and developed by Chartrusian monks (France)
Term
Curacao
Definition
An amber, orange flavored liqueur made from dried orange peel. It may also be blue or clear. This is the #1 mixing liqueur at the bar. Common brands: Cointreau, Tiple Sec: A drier curacao
Term
Drambuie
Definition
A golden, honey flavored Scotch-based liqueur sweetened with heather-honey and herbs (40%)
Term
Frangelico
Definition
A golden-amber, buttery hazelnut flavored Italian liqueur made from hazelnuts, vanilla and cocoa (24%)
Term
Galliano
Definition
A golden, vanilla flavored Italian liqueur sweetened with licorice and vanilla (35%)
Term
Goldschlager
Definition
A clear, sweet cinnamon flavored liqueur made from oranges, herbs and spices (with bits of 22k gold leaf floating in the bottle)
Term
Grand Marnier
Definition
An orange flavored French liqueur made from cognac (40%)
Term
Jagermeister
Definition
a black, bitter cola flavored German liqueur made from 56 fruits spices and herbs
Term
Kahlua
Definition
A rich brown colored Mexican liqueur flavored with coffee beans, cacao beans, and vanilla
Term
Kirsch
Definition
a clear, bitter tasting, white European brandy made from wild black cherries and pits
Term
Kummel
Definition
a caraway-flavored liqueur, usually colorless and dry
Term
Malibu
Definition
a clear, coconut flavored rum-based Jamaican liqueur flavored with coconut and spices
Term
Midori
Definition
A bright green Japanese liqueur flavored with honeydew
Term
Pernod
Definition
a yellow-green, anise-flavored French liqueur made from anise, fennel, and brandy (40%)
Term
Sabra
Definition
An orange-chocolate flavored Israeli liqueur
Term
Sambuca
Definition
an aniseed-flavored Italian liqueur made from the sambuca plant. Usually served with coffee beans (42%)
Term
Sambuca Negra
Definition
A black, pure sambuca-anise flavored Italian liqueur 40%
Term
Schnapps
Definition
A neutral, light-bodied liqueur made from grain and flavored with herbs or spices; similar to vodka; ranges from sweet to dry 40%
Term
Sloe Gin
Definition
a sweet red-purple French liqueur made from sloe berries or plums 28%
Term
Southern Comfort
Definition
A golden, orange-peach flavored American liqueur made with a secret formula of brandy and whiskey (40%)
Term
Tia Maria
Definition
A coffee flavored Jamaican liqueur made from rum and has a drier, lighter taste than Kahlua (27%)
Term
Van Der Mint
Definition
a dark-brown chocolate-mint Dutch liqueur
Term
Yukon Jack
Definition
moderately sweet and citrus flavored with a Canadian whiskey base, (40-50%)
Term
Creme Liqueurs Background
Definition
a) Creme liqueurs have enough sugar to become thick and creamy in texture
b) They have a cream-like consistency and require no refrigeration
c) Some CREAM liqueurs are very sweet flavored mixtures that have been homogenized with real cream, making them thick and usually mild for easy drinking
d) Cream liqueurs are drunk straight or mixed with milk, and require refrigeration and consumption soon after opening
Term
Baily's Irish Cream
Definition
creamy spiced toffee flavor
Term
Cacao Mit Nuss
Definition
Creme de Cacao with a hazelnut flavor
Term
Creme de Bananaes
Definition
Banana flavored
Term
Creme de cacao
Definition
chocolate-flavored with vanilla overtones (either white or brown)
Term
creme de cassis
Definition
black currant flavored
Term
creme de cerise
Definition
cherry flavored
Term
creme de fraises
Definition
strawberry flavored
Term
creme de framboise
Definition
raspberry flavored
Term
creme de menthe
Definition
mint flavored
Term
creme de moka
Definition
coffee flavored
Term
creme de noyaux
Definition
pink almond-flavored
Term
Black Russian
Definition
Vodka
Kahlua
Term
Brave Bull
Definition
Tequila
Kahlua
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Dirty Mother
Definition
Brandy
Kahlua
Term
Godmother
Definition
Vodka
Amaretto
Term
Godfather
Definition
Scotch
Amaretto
Term
French Connection
Definition
Brandy
Amaretto
Term
Rusty Nail
Definition
Scotch
Drambuie
Term
Russian Turkey
Definition
Vodka
Cranberry Juice
Term
Tootsie Roll
Definition
Vodka
Creme de Cacao
Term
Brandy Stinger
Definition
Brandy
Creme de Menthe
Term
Vodka Stinger
Definition
Vodka
Creme de Menthe
Term
Any other stinger
Definition
Use any other liquor with creme de menthe
Term
Jellybean
Definition
brandy
anisette
add a few drops of grenadine
Term
Sweet Cream
Definition
Kahlua
Bailey's Irish Cream
Term
Mudslide/Orgasm
Definition
Vodka
Kahlua
Bailey's Irish Cream
Term
IRA Cocktail
Definition
Jameson's Irish Whiskey
Bailey's Irish Cream
Term
Silk Panties
Definition
Vodka
Peach Schnapps
Term
Old Fashioned
Definition
Muddle 1/2 tsp of bar sugar with a few drops of angostura bitters and club soda
2oz Bourbon/Blended Whiskey
GARNISH with a cherry and orange slice
Term
Whiskey and Ginger
Definition
1 shot whiskey
SPLASH with Ginger Ale
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
V.O. and Water
Definition
1 shot Seagram's V.O.
SPLASH of water
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Seven and Seven
Definition
1 shot Seagrams 7
SPLASH of 7-up
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Scotch and Water
Definition
1 shot scotch
SPLASH of water
Term
Scotch and soda
Definition
1 shot scotch
SPLASH of soda
Term
Bourbon and water
Definition
1 shot bourbon
SPLASH of water
Term
Bourbon and Soda
Definition
1 shot bourbon
SPLASH of soda
Term
Gin and Tonic
Definition
1 shot gin
FILL with tonic
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Orange Blossom
Definition
1 shot gin
FILL with orange juice
GARNISH with an orange wedge
Term
Vodka tonic
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with tonic
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Screwdriver
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with orange juice
NO GARNISH
Term
Cape Cod or Cape Codder
Definition
1 shot vodka
1/2 oz of lime juice
FILL with cranberry juice
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Greyhound
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with grapefruit juice
NO garnish
Term
Salty Dog
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with grapefruit juice
SERVE with salted rim
NO garnish
Term
Sea Breeze
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with grapefruit juice
COLOR with cranberry juice
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Hawaiian Sea Breeze
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with pineapple juice
COLOR with cranberry juice
NO garnish
Term
Madras
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with equal parts cranberry and orange juice
NO garnish
Term
Transfusion
Definition
1 shot vodka
FILL with grape juice
SPLASH of gingerale
NO GARNISH
Term
Bloody Mary
Definition
1 shot vodka
3oz tomato juice
DASH any one or combination of: Tobasco, lemon juice, black pepper, rose's lime juice, worcestershire sauce, salt
GARNISH with lime (and celery stick)
Term
Cuba Libre/ Rum and Coke
Definition
1 shot rum
FILL with coke
GARNISH with lime
Term
Rum and Tonic
Definition
1 Shot rum
FILL with tonic
GARNISH with lime
Term
Rumble
Definition
1 shot dark rum
FILL with orange juice
NO GARNISH
Term
Hawaiian Sea Breeze
Definition
1 shot dark rum
FILL with pineapple juice
COLOR with cranberry
NO GARNISH
Term
Malibu bay breeze
Definition
1.5 oz Malibu rum
FILL with equal parts cranberry and pineapple juice
NO GARNISH
Term
Tequila Sunrise
Definition
1 shot Tequila
FILL with orange juice
COLOR with a few drops of grenadine
GARNISH with an orange slice
Term
Tequila Sunset
Definition
1 shot of Tequila
FILL with orange juice
COLOR with a few drops of creme de cassis
GARNISH with orange
Term
Bloody Maria
Definition
1 shot Tequila
3 oz tomato juice
Add any or combination of: Tobasco, Rose's Lime juice, horseradish, black pepper, worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt
GARNISH with lime (and stick of celery)
Term
Mexicola
Definition
2oz Tequila
1/2 oz lime juice
SPLASH of Coca-Cola
GARNISH with lime
Term
Melonball
Definition
1 oz Vodka
1/2 oz Midori
FILL orange juice
Term
Pearl Harbor
Definition
1oz Vodka
1/2 oz Midori
FILL with pineapple juice
Term
Harvey Wallbanger
Definition
1 oz vodka
FILL with orange juice
FLOAT 1/2 oz Galliano
Term
Sloe Screw
Definition
1 oz Vodka
1/2 oz sloe gin
FILL with orange juice
Term
Sloe Comfortable Screw
Definition
1 oz vodka
1/2 oz sloe gin
1/2 oz southern comfort
FILL with orange juice
Term
Sloe Comfortable Screw Up Against the Wall
Definition
1/2 oz vodka
1/2 oz sloe gin
1/2 oz southern comfort
FILL with orange juice
FLOAT 1/2 oz Galliano
Term
Fuzzy Navel
Definition
1 shot peach schnapps
FILL with orange juice
GARNISH with orange slice
Term
Hairy navel
Definition
1oz vodka
1/2oz peach schnapps
FILL orange juice
GARNISH orange slice
Term
Sex on the Beach #1
Definition
1oz Vodka
1/2 oz Peach Schnapps
FILL with equal cranberry juice and orange juice
GARNISH cherry
Term
Sex on the Beach #2
Definition
1oz vodka
1/2oz Midori
1/2oz Raspberry liqueur (Chambord)
FILL pineapple juice
Term
Woo Woo
Definition
1oz peach schnapps
1/2 oz vodka
FILL cranberry juice
Term
California Rootbeer
Definition
1oz Kahlua
1oz Galliano
FILL with club soda
SPLASH coke
SPLASH beer (optional)
Term
Presbyterian
Definition
2oz Bourbon
FILL with equal parts club soda and gingerale
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Hawaiian Punch
Definition
1oz Southern Comfort
1/2oz Sloe Gin
1/2oz Amaretto
FILL with pineapple juice
Term
Mint Julep
Definition
MUDDLE 10-15 fresh mint leaves with
1tsp sugar and
1Tbsp. water in bottom of glass until sugar is dissolved
FILL 2oz bourbon
ADD ice
GARNISH mint sprigs
Term
Mojito
Definition
MUDDLE 10-15 fresh mint leaves with
1tsp sugar and
1 Tbsp. lemon juice in bottom of glass until sugar is dissolved
ADD ice
FILL with 2oz Light rum
SPLASH club soda
STIR. Garnish a mint spring and a lime, and/or a sugarcane stick
Term
Caipirnha
Definition
MUDDLE 1 medium lime cut into 8 wedges, peel side down with 1tsp sugar in bottom of chilled glass
ADD ice
FILL with 2oz cachaca
STIR
GARNISH with lime wedges and/or sugarcane sticks
Term
Green Monster
Definition
2oz Blue Curacao
FILL with orange juice
ADD a few drops of grenadine
Term
Shady Lady
Definition
1oz Tequila
1oz Midori
FILL grapefruit
Term
Classic Martini
Definition
2oz gin
1.5 tsp dry vermouth
Shake, strain into a chilled martini glass
GARNISH with an odd number of olives or a lemon twist
Term
Dry Martini
Definition
2oz gin
1tsp dry vermouth
Term
Extra Dry Martini
Definition
2oz gin
1/2 tsp dry vermouth
Term
Sweet Martini
Definition
2oz gin
1tsp sweet vermouth
STIR. STRAIN into a chilled martini glass
GARNISH cherry
Term
Vodka Martini
Definition
2oz Vodka
1.5 tsp dry vermouth
STIR. STRAIN into a chilled martini glass
GARNISH with an odd number of olives or a lemon twist
Term
Perfect Martini
Definition
2oz Gin
1/2 tsp of dry vermouth
1/2 tsp of sweet vermouth
GARNISH cherry
Term
Dirty Martini
Definition
2oz gin (or vodka)
1tsp dry vermouth
2tsp olive brine
Garnish with olive
Term
Gibson
Definition
2oz gin
1.5 tsp dry vermouth
GARNISH with a pearl onion
Term
Apple Martini
Definition
Apple Schnapps with a splash of Contreau and lime GARNISH cherry
Term
Chocolate Martini
Definition
Dark Creme de Cacao, GARNISH with mint spring
Term
Emerald Martini
Definition
Midori
GARNISH a lemon twist
Term
Pear Martini
Definition
Pear brandy with a dash of Pear juice
Term
Peppermint Martini
Definition
creme de Menthe GARNISH with a mint sprig
Term
Raspberry Martini
Definition
Chambord GARNISH with raspberry
Term
Sapphire Martini
Definition
Blue curacao GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Manhattan
Definition
2oz Whiskey
1 tsp sweet vermouth
a few drops Angostura bitters
GARNISH cherry
Term
Perfect Manhattan
Definition
2oz Whiskey
1/2tsp dry vermouth
1/2 tsp sweet vermouth
DASH angostura bitters
GARNISH cherry
Term
Rob Roy
Definition
2oz scotch
1 tsp sweet vermouth
a few drops angostura bitters
GARNISH with cherry
Term
Tom Collins
Definition
2oz gin
1/2oz lemon juice
1tsp of sugar
SHAKE and STRAIN into COLLINS glass
SPLASH club soda
GARNISH cherry
Term
Colonel Collins
John Collins
Definition
Collins w/ Bourbon whiskey
Colonel Collins w/ splash of ginger ale
Term
French 75
Definition
2oz cognac
1/2oz lemon juice
1tsp sugar
SHAKE/STRAIN
ADD 4oz champagne
GARNISH lemon twist
Term
Whiskey Sour
Definition
2oz Bourbon
1/2oz lemon juice
1tsp bar sugar
SHAKE and STAIN into HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with a cherry and an orange
Term
Sour variations:
Ward Eight, New York Sour, Scotch Sour, Brandy Sour, Vodka Sour, Tequila Sour, Rum Sour, Amaretto Sour
Definition
Ward Eight: 2oz Bourbon, Dash grenadine
New York Sour: 2oz Whiskey, chilled dry red wine to FILL, 1/2 slice lemon
Tequila, Rum, Amaretto Sours garnish with lime
Term
Margarita
Definition
1.5oz Tequila
1/2oz triple sec
1oz lime juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into salted LOWBALL glass
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Classic Daiquiri
Definition
1 shot light rum
1/2 oz lime juice
1 tsp sugar
SHAKE and STRAIN into frosted LOWBALL glass
GARNISH with a lime
Term
Acapulco
Definition
2oz light rum
1/2oz triple sec
1oz lime juice
1tsp sugar
SHAKE and STRAIN into a LOWBALL glass
GARNISH with a mint sprig
Term
Kamikaze
Definition
1 shot vodka
1oz triple sec
1/2 oz Rose's lime juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into a LOWBALL glass
GARNISH with a lime
Term
New Yorker
Definition
2oz bourbon
1oz lime juice
1tsp sugar
DASH grenadine
SHAKE and STRAIN into a LOWBALL glass
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Term
Mai Tai
Definition
1oz light rum
1oz dark rum
1/2oz triple sec
1/2oz orgeat (almond syrup)
1/2oz Rose's lime juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with cherry
Term
Zombie
Definition
1 shot light rum
1/2 oz dark rum
1/2 oz apricot brandy
1/2 oz Rose's lime juice
ADD equal orange and pineapple juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with fruit
FLOAT 1/2 oz 151-proof rum
Term
Planter's Punch
Definition
2oz dark rum
1/2oz triple sec
1oz lime juice
2tsp sugar
1/4 tsp grenadine
FILL orange juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with orange and cherry
SPRINKLE with nutmeg
Term
Singapore Sling
Definition
2oz gin
1oz lemon juice
1tsp sugar
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
ADD a splash of club soda
FLOAT 1oz Cherry Brandy on top
GARNISH with orange and cherry
Term
Long Island Iced Tea
Definition
1/2oz gin
1/2oz vodka
1/2oz rum
1/2oz tequila
1/2oz triple sec
1tsp bar sugar
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
ADD a splash of coke
GARNISH with lemon or mint leaves
Term
Alabama Slammer
Definition
1oz Southern Comfort
1oz Amaretto
1/2oz Sloe Gin
1/2oz lemon juice
SHAKE and STRAIN into HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with a cherry
Term
Jack Rose
Definition
1 shot Apple Jack Brandy
1tsp bar sugar
1/2oz lemon juice
ADD a few drops of Grenadine
SHAKE, STRAIN into a HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with a cherry
Term
Between the Sheets
Definition
1oz light rum
1oz brandy
1oz triple sec
1tsp bar sugar
1oz lemon juice
SHAKE, STRAIN into a HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with a lemon or lime twist
Term
Knock Out
Definition
3/4oz gin
3/4oz dry vermouth
1/2oz Pernod
1tsp white creme de menthe
SHAKE, STRAIN into a HIGHBALL glass
GARNISH with a cherry
Term
Cosmopolitan
Definition
1.5oz vodka
1/2oz Triple Sec
1/2oz Rose's lime juice
FILL/COLOR with cranberry juice
FROST rim
SHAKE, STRAIN into a MARTINI glass
GARNISH with a lime twist
Term
Gimlet
Definition
2oz gin
1/2oz Rose's lime juice
SHAKE, STRAIN into a MARTINI glass
GARNISH with a lime
FROST rim
Term
Vodka Gimlet
Definition
2oz vodka
1/2 oz Rose's lime juice
SHAKE, STRAIN into a MARTINI glass
GARNISH with lime
FROST rim
Term
Sidecar
Definition
1.5oz Brandy
3/4oz cointreau
3/4oz fresh lemon juice
SHAKE, STRAIN into a MARTINI glass
FROST rim
Term
Creamsicle
Definition
1/2 oz Galliano
1/2oz Triple Sec
1/2oz White Creme de Cacao
1/2oz Cream
ADD orange juice
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Sombrero
Definition
1 shot Kahlua
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Cocaine Lady
Definition
1 shot Kahlua
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
ADD a splash of coke
Term
White Russian
Definition
1 shot vodka
1 shot Kahlua
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Toasted Almond
Definition
1 shot Amaretto
1 shot Kahlua
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Roasted, Toasted Almond
Definition
1 shot Amaretto
1 shot Kahlua
1 shot vodka
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Alexander
Definition
1 shot gin
1 shot White Creme de cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
SPRINKLE with nutmeg
Term
Brandy Alexander
Definition
1 shot brandy
1 shot dark creme de cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR, SPRINKLE with nutmeg
Term
Alexander's Sister
Definition
1 shot gin
1 shot white creme de menthe
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
SPRINKLE with nutmeg
Term
Girl Scout Cookie
Definition
1 shot Kahlua
1 shot Peppermint Schnapps
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Banana Banshee
Definition
1 shot Creme de Banane
1 shot white creme de cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Dirty Banana
Definition
1 shot Creme de Banane
1 shot Kahlua
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Grasshopper
Definition
1 shot creme de Menthe
1 shot White creme de cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Golden Cadillac
Definition
1 shot Galliano
1 shot White Creme de Cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
White Lady
Definition
2oz gin
1oz lemon juice
2tbsp sugar
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Pink Lady
Definition
2oz gin
1oz lemon juice
2tbsp bar sugar
add a few drops grenadine
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Pink Squirrel
Definition
1 shot Amaretto
1 shot White Creme de Cacao
ADD cream
SHAKE, POUR
Term
Mudslide
Definition
1 shot vodka
1 shot Kahlua
1 shot Bailey's
ADD cream
SHAKE,POUR
Term
B-52
Definition
Kahlua
Bailey's Irish
Grand Marnier
LAYERED
Term
B-53
Definition
Kahlua
Bailey's Irish
SPLASH Frangelico
SPLASH Grand Mariner
LAYERED
Term
After Five
Definition
Kahlua
Bailey's Irish Cream
Peppermint Schnapps
LAYERED
Term
Crispy Critter
Definition
Kahlua
Amaretto
Peppermint Schnapps
LAYERED
Top with Bacardi 151
Term
Slippery Nipple
Definition
Bailey's Irish Cream
Sambuca
LAYERED
Term
Buttery Nipple
Definition
Butterscotch Schnapps
Bailey's Irish Cream
LAYERED
Term
Buttery Nipple with a Kiss
Definition
Butterscotch Schnapps
Bailey's Irish Cream
LAYERED
SPLASH with cherry liqueur
Term
Sambuca
Definition
Sambuca
FLOAT 3-4 coffee beans on surface
Ignite liqueur, roasting coffee beans
Term
Angel's Kiss
Definition
White creme de cacao
Sloe gin
Brandy
Cream
LAYERED
Term
Angel's Tit #1
Definition
Dark creme de cacao
Cream
LAYERED
Term
Cucaracha
Definition
Kahlua
Tequila
LAYERED (1:2)
Ignite tequila and serve with a straw
Term
Sex on the Beach
Definition
Vodka
Peach Schnapps
Orange Juice
Term
Kamikaze Shooter
Definition
Vodka
Triple Sec
Lime Juice
Term
Brain Hemorrhage
Definition
Peach Schnapps
Irish Cream
COLOR with grenadine
Term
Uppercut
Definition
1/4oz vodka
1/4oz rum
1/4oz gin
1/4oz tequila
1/4oz triple sec
1/4oz sloe gin
1/2oz sour mix
1/2oz pineapple juice
SHAKE, STRAIN into SHOT GLASSES
Term
Urine Sample
Definition
Galliano
Midori
Vodka
Term
Margarita
Definition
2oz tequila
1/2 oz triple sec
1oz lime juice
3-4 oz crushed ice
SALT rim
Blend at low for 15-20 seconds
GARNISH with lime
Term
Pina Colada
Definition
1 shot light rum
4 oz pineapple juice
1oz creme de coconut
3-4oz crushed ice
BLEND at low for 15-20 seconds
GARNISH with pineapple
Term
Frozen Daquiri
Definition
1 shot of light rum
1oz lime juice
1 tsp sugar
3-4oz crushed ice
BLEND at low for 15-20 seconds
GARNISH with fruit
SERVE with FROSTED rim
Term
Cranberry cooler
Definition
1.5oz Bourbon
1.5oz Cranberry juice
1/2oz lime juice
1 tsp sugar
3-4oz crushed ice
BLEND at low for 15-20 seconds
POUR into parfait glass
Term
Creamsicle/Dreamsicle
Definition
1 shot vodka
1 shot white creme de cacao
1 shot triple sec
3oz vanilla ice cream
Blend at low for 15-20 seconds
GARNISH with orange
Term
Strawberries Romanoff
Definition
1 shot vodka
1.5oz frozen strawberries
3oz vanilla ice cream
Blend at low for 15-20 seconds
NO GARNISH
Term
Brandy Freeze
Definition
1 shot of brandy
1 shot white creme de cacao
3oz vanilla ice cream
Blend at low for 15-20 seconds
Term
Autumn in NY
Definition
1 shot green creme de menthe
1 shot white creme de cacao
3oz Vanilla ice cream
Blend at low for 15-20 seconds
Term
Jamaican Coffee
Definition
1 shot Tia Maria
1/2 oz dark rum
Term
Irish Coffee
Definition
1 shot Jameson's Irish Whiskey
1 tsp sugar
Term
Dutch coffee
Definition
1 shot Vandermint
Term
Italian Coffee
Definition
1 shot Amaretto
1/2 oz Sambuca
Term
Spanish Coffee
Definition
1 shot Tia Maria
1/2 oz Kahlua
Term
Mexican Coffee
Definition
1 shot Kahlua
1/2 oz Tequila
Term
Bailey's and Coffee
Definition
1 shot Bailey's Irish Cream
Term
Cafe Amaretto
Definition
1 shot Amaretto
1/2oz Brandy
Term
Cafe Royale
Definition
1/2oz brandy
1 sugar cube
1/2oz cream (optional)
(soak sugar cube in brandy in a spoon over the coffee, ignite, stir, layer with cream)
Term
Red Wine
Definition
1. Beaujolais
2. Cabernet Sauvignon
3. Chianti
4. Merlot
5. Pinot Noir
6. Red Bordeaux
7. Red Burgundy
8. Shiraz
9. Zinfandel
Term
White Wine
Definition
1. Blanc du Blanc
2. Chablis
3. Chanin Blanc
4. Chardonnay
5. Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris
6. Riesling
7. Rose
8. Sauvignon Blanc
9. Vouvray
10. White Bourdeaux
11. White Burgundy
12. White Zinfandel (California)
Term
Champagne
Definition
1. Dom Perignon
2. Krug
3. Moet and Chandon
4. Perrier-Jouet
5. Mumm
6. Pommery
7. Veuve Clicquot
8. Taittinger
Term
Wine Cooler
Definition
3oz White wine
1oz gingerale
SERVE in a highball or Collins glass
ice optional
Term
Spritzer
Definition
3oz white wine
1oz club soda
SERVE in highball or Collins glass
GARNISH with a lemon twist
ICE optional
Term
Kir
Definition
3oz white wine
SPLASH creme de Cassis- POUR in first
SERVE in a white whine glass or lowball glass
GARNISH with a lemon twist
Ice optional
Term
Kir Royale
Definition
4-6 oz champagne
SPLASH of creme de cassis- POUR in first
SERVE in champagne glass
NO ICE
Term
Mimosa
Definition
2oz champagne
2oz orange juice
SERVE in chilled champagne glass
NO ice
Term
Bellini
Definition
4-6oz Champagne
3oz Peach nectar
SPLASH peach brandy
SERVE in chilled champagne glass
NO ice
Term
East-West
Definition
2oz sake
2dashes Angostura bitters
Iced cranberry juice cocktail
1 slice lemon
serve with 3-4 large ice cubes in HIGHBALL glass
Term
Molokai
Definition
1.5oz sake
1oz cranberry liqueur
2oz orange juice
1 slice orange
Serve in a HIGHBALL glass
Term
Sake Sunrise
Definition
1oz sake
1oz California brandy
Chilled grapefruit juice
1tsp. grenadine
Serve in a HIGHBALL glass
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