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What are the 3 aspects of WOB culture?
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1. PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
(staff expertise + training, balanced selection) 2. CUSTOMER ("Guest") SERVICE (treat people like guests in your home; i.e. timely service, personable staff, giving back to community + loyalty members) 3. ATMOSPHERE (lighting, temperature, television programming, *MUSIC*) |
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What is the purpose of beer school?
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So that we may possess the proper knowledge to discuss and inform guests about beer and have fun while doing so.
Knowledge of beer is key to success @ WOB...we are a direct reflection of WOB and its culture as a whole. |
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What are the 4 main ingredients in brewing beer?
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1. water
2. malted barley 3. hops 4. yeast |
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What happened during Prohibition?
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1919: Prohibition began. During this time, the federal government banned the selling, manufacturing, and transport of alcohol for the purpose of consumption. This ban had a profound impact on the existing industry because people could not purchase alcohol legally and thus resorted to underground methods.
14 years later (1933), Prohibition ended. Only about half of the breweries that once existed actually reopened. |
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What is the Reinheitsgabot?
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"The Purity Order"
1516 AD: The Reinheitsgabot was established as one of the oldest food purity laws. At this time, in order to make beer, the starch source must be barley, + hops & water. 1857 AD: YEAST was added as one of the ingredients required by the purity law. |
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What determines if a beer is going to be an Ale or Lager?
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The way in which the beer is brewed determines if a beer is an Ale or Lager.
ALEs are (1) Top-Fermented and (2) brewed at warmer temperatures. They tend to be more complex and flavorful; Most ales are full-bodied and heavy in taste. LAGERs are (1) Bottom-Fermented and (2) brewed at cooler temperatures. They are typically easy drinking, light in body, and mild in taste (exception: Doppelbocks and Eisbocks). |
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Beer is made up of 90% _________.
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WATER.
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What makes beer bitter?
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HOPS.
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What makes beer sweet?
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MALTS.
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What acts as a preservative in beer?
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HOPS.
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Malt gives beer _________, _________, and _________.
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color, flavor, and head.
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What is the oldest brewery in the world?
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Weinenstephan Monestary Brewery, est. in Germany in 1040 AD.
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What is America's oldest brewery?
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Yuengling (est. in 1829)
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What is America's oldest microbrewery?
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Anchor (est. in CA in 1896)
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Why did the Pilgrims land on Plymouth Rock?
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In the year 1620, the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock because beer supplies were running low. This story is speculation, but may have some degree of validity because beer was often used as a primary source of caloric intake in these times.
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What turns beer into alcohol and gives it natural carbonation?
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Yeast.
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What does IBU stand for?
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International Bitter Unit.
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What are IBUs used to measure?
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The bitterness level of a particular beer.
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Name 5 Hop Aromas.
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1. Fruity/Citrusy
2. Spicy 3. Earthy 4. Floral 5. Bitter 6. Anaceptic |
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When are hops added during the brewing process?
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Hops are added during the boil, typically in 3 stages for (1) Bittering, (2) Flavoring, and (3) Aroma
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T or F: All beer is filtered.
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F.
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What does "Rauchbier" translate into?
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Smoked Beer.
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_________ are top fermented at warmer temperatures and _________ are bottom fermented at cooler temperatures.
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ALEs (top-fermented @60-75 degrees);
LAGERs (bottom-fermented @35-45 degrees). |
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"I usually drink light beers, what other styles would you recommend?" Name 3.
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1. Pale Lager
2. Pilsner 3. Kolsch |
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Where did Pilsners originate?
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Czech Republic (Pilzen)
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Which Pilsner is said to be the original Pilsner?
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A) Bitburger Pils
B) Dinkel Acker Pils C) Pilsner Urquell D) Krusovice Imperial ANSWER: C) Pilsner Urquell |
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If I like Yuengling, which beers would I like?
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A) Flying Dog Old Scratch
B) Anchor Steam C) Full Sail Pale Ale D) Dogfish 90 Min. ANSWERS: A) Flying Dog Old Scratch (Amber Lager) B) Anchor Steam (Cali Common) *Any Amber Lager, Vienna Lager, Cali Common, or Marzen would be a good alt. |
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What beer is brewed in the month of March?
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Marzen.
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Which beer is brewed in the month of May?
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Maibock.
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Describe a Marzen.
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A Marzen is brewed in the month of March and kept in reserve; usually by October the reserves were consumed, thus associating these beers with Oktoberfest. From a Marzen, one can expect a Copper Color, Medium-Body, Rich Malt Flavors, and an ABV ranging from 4-7%.
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If I usually drink Amber Bock, which beer would I like?
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A) Spatan Optimator
B) Shiner Bock C) Wittekerke D) Hoffbrau Dunkel ANSWERS: B) Shiner Bock D) Hoffbrau Dunkel |
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A ___________ usually ends in -ATOR.
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Doppelbock
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The last impression that a beer leaves on your palate is called the _________.
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FINISH.
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How is an Eisbock brewed? Explain.
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An Eisbock is brewed using a method called "Freeze Distillation," which is the process of reducing the temperature of a beer (typ. a Dopplebock) below freezing. This causes the water in the beer to freeze before the alcohol, forming an ice shelf above the beer. This shelf is then scraped off, leaving a higher ABV and more concentrated product.
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T or F: In order to be called a true "Kolsch," a beer must be brewed in Koln, Germany.
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TRUE (Cologne)
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Compared to a Kolsch, are Altbiers darker or lighter?
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DARKER.
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"Alt" translates into _______ in German.
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OLD.
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Flying Dog Tire Bite is a __________ style beer.
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Kolsch
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"If I usually drink Bass, what other beers would be good to recommend?" Give 3 Examples.
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1. Sam Smith Pale Ale
2. Stone Pale Ale 3. Founder's Pale Ale |
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ESBs are brewed to be ____________ in malt and hop character.
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balanced.
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What does ESB stand for?
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"Extra Special Bitter"
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What does IPA stand for?
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India Pale Ale.
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What is the story behind an IPA?
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"India" Pale Ales originated in England. As beers were being transported by the East India Trading Co, more hops were added than usual so that they would act as a preservative during the long journey. The extra hops gave the beer a bitter/fruity aroma and taste as a result. People began to prefer this bitterness and thus IPAs became a very popular style.
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What is a Double/Imperial IPA?
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An IPA "on steroids." Has more hop character than a regular IPA, with a full-bodied, bold taste, and most importantly, it is very high in alcohol content (7-14% ABV range).
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Ciders are brewed with ________ and sometimes ________.
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APPLES; sometimes PEARS.
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Hefe-weizens are brewed with ____% wheat and ____% malted barley.
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60% wheat; 40% malted barley. This gives Hefe-weizens a full body and cloudy appearance.
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Compare / Contrast a Hefe-weizen v. White Wheat.
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HEFE-WEIZEN
-Body: FULL/MEDIUM -Flavors: CLOVE/BANANA -Garnish: LEMON -Origin: Germany WHITE WHEAT -Body: LIGHT with clean finish -Flavors: ORANGE/CORIANDER -Garnish: ORANGE -Origin: Belgium |
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Give 3 examples of a Hefe-weizen.
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1. Erdinger Hefe-Weizen
2. Hofbrau Hefe-Weizen 3. Pinkus Hefe-Weizen |
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Give 3 alternatives to Blue Moon.
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1. Lost Coast Great White (CA, White Wheat)
2. Hoegaarden (Belgium, White Wheat) 3. Wittekerke (Belgium, White Wheat) |
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________ are brewed using spontaneous fermentation.
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LAMBICS. Spontaneous Fermentation gives Lambics a sour taste; real fruit is added to sweeten or balance the sourness.
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A lambic without extra added fruit is called a __________.
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GUEZE. Good suggestion for wine drinkers.
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T or F: Real fruit is added to Lambics to sweeten them because they are generally sour in taste.
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TRUE.
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Describe a proper beer presentation.
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With the proper glass in hand (cleaned and rinsed), beer should be poured at a 45-degree angle while gripping the tap handle at the base and pulling down fully to allow constant flow. As the glass fills, slowly turn it to an upright position, creating the perfect head to accommodate the glassware. Close the tap quickly and never touch the faucet to the glass or beer.
When presenting the beer to the guest, place it on a coaster with the glass decor facing the guest, verbally present it, and finally, use the first 3rd / last 3rd rule to ensure guest is completely satisfied. |
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What is a Kristal-weizen?
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A filtered Hefe-weizen. Same banana or clove aroma, though lighter in body with a cleaner finish. ABV ranging from 4-7%.
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What is a Dunkel-weizen?
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Similar to a Hefe-weizen, but *brewed using either dark malts or roasted malts.* Dark (hence 'dunkel') in color, with clove/banana flavors present and a low hop character. ABV ranging from 4-7%.
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________ are called "farmhouse" ales because they used to be served to farmhouse workers. They were allowed up to ___ liters per day.
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SAISONS; 5 Liters.
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Weizen-bocks are a mix between a ___________ and a ____________.
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Weizen-bocks are a mix between a HEFE-WEIZEN and a BOCK. They have fruit/clove aromas from the Hefeweizen, with Maltiness and a fuller body from the Bock. 7-10% ABV.
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Name 2 Weizenbocks that we carry.
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1. Ayinger Weizen-Bock (Germany)
2. Schneider-Brooklyner Hopfen-Weisse |
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Give 3 alternatives to Newcastle.
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1. New Holland Cabin Fever
2. Rogue Hazelnut 3. Sam Smith Nut Brown |
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A ___________ is a Scotch ale brewed higher than 7%.
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WEE HEAVY
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"Schwartzbier" means ____________ in German.
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"Black Beer"
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Identify the Schwartz Biers:
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A) Hofbrau Dunkel
B) Xingu C) Kostritzer D) Youngs Double Chocolate ANSWERS: B) Xingu C) Kostritzer |
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Stouts v. Porters: ________ are brewed using dark malts and ________ are brewed using patent malts.
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PORTERS = dark malts
STOUTS = patent malts |
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What is the story behind a Russian Imperial Stout?
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Brewed by the English as a gift for Russian Czars.
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Circle ALL that are Imperial Stouts:
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A) Stouts Fat Dog
B) Guinness C) Sinebrychof D) Old Rasputin E) Downtown Brown ANSWERS: A) Stouts Fat Dog D) Old Rasputin |
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What is a Trappist Ale?
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A Trappist Ale is one that is brewed in a Trappist Monestary (there are 7 worldwide that specialize in brewing beer). These are exclusive breweries, as the ales made there must be brewed by trappist monks in the monastery and all proceeds must benefit the monastery/community. They are Roman Catholic monasteries that follow the St. Benedict order.
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Name ALL 7 Trappist Breweries.
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1. Chimay
2. Rochefort 3. Orval 4. Westmalle 5. Westvletereen 6. Achel 7. La Trappe (Koningshoeven) |
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__________ are brewed with brown sugar.
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DUBBELs.
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__________ are brewed with candy sugar.
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TRIPELs.
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"I like Chimay White Label, what other beers would you recommend?" Give 2 Examples.
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Unibroue - La Fin Du Monde
St. Bernardus Tripel |
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Why is a Flemish Ale sour?
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Flemish Ales are usually sour in taste due to aging in oak barrels.
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What is a Gluten-Free beer we carry?
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Estrella Daura (Pilsner, Spain)
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T or F: Ciders are generally considered to be Gluten-Free.
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TRUE.
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Name the style for each beer (Blonde, Golden, Dubbel, Triple, or Quad).
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Chimay White: Tripel
Prior 8: Dubbel Leffe: Blonde Delirium Tremens: Golden St. Bernardus ABT 12: Quad Duvel: Golden Saxo: Blonde Chimay Red: Dubbel Chimay Blue: Quad |
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What is Dry Hopping?
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When hops are added to a keg after the fermentation process; This adds to the aroma greatly because the hops soak in the beer after fermentation.
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What is Bottle Conditioning?
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When the brewing process is completed in the bottle itself; i.e. the beer is unfiltered, then new yeast is added after bottling.
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How would you describe a pale ale?
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Brewed using pale malts, this ale is mildly hopped with a slight malt finish. Highly carbonated, light to medium in body with a dry finish. 4-7% ABV.
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How would you describe a Brown Ale?
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With variations such a American or English, Brown Ales are very malty and usually nutty in taste. Medium to Full in body with mild carbonation and moderate (4-8%) alcohol content.
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How would you describe a Belgian Tripel?
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Belgian Tripels are brewed using candy sugar. They have a full body, deep gold color, and have a spicy/fruity taste and highly carbonated mouthfeel. 8-12% ABV
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How would you describe a Hefe-weizen?
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An unfiltered German-origin ale brewed with 60% wheat and 40% malt, giving it a full body and cloudy appearance. One can expect a sweet clove or banana taste with a huge head of foam and alcohol ranging from 4-7%.
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How would you describe a Stout?
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Brewed using pale malts that are roasted until black in color, resulting in a roasted finish. Often flavored with chocolate, oatmeal, or coffee to sweeten and enhance the finish. Full-bodied and mildly carbonated. Alcohol ranging from 4-7%.
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What is the difference between a Dark IPA and an IPA?
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Color. Dark IPAs are a blend between a "short spirit" and an IPA, which makes them darker in color than a regular IPA but with a similar medium body and very hoppy taste.
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Are Amber ales more malty or hoppy?
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While some tend to lean on the hoppy side, these beers are generally well-balanced.
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A Pale Ale is brewed using ________ malts.
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PALE
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T or F: All unfiltered beers should be rolled before pouring.
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How would you describe an IPA?
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Deep gold in color, medium-bodied, hoppy, mildly carbonated. Alcohol ranging from 5-7%.
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Are Saisons light, medium, or full-bodied?
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Light-bodied.
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Why are Dopplebocks historically called "liquid bread" ?
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Because they were a primary means of caloric intake.
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What is a Black and Tan?
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A mixture of a Pale Ale (traditionally Bass) with a Guinness float atop.
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What is a Half and Half?
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A mixture of a Pale Lager (traditionally Harp) with a Guinness float atop.
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What is a Black Velvet?
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Guiness float atop any cider.
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What is a Red Monk?
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St. Bernardus ABT 12 with a splash of Lindeman's Framboise.
("It gives you wings!" - T. Sweeney) |
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What is a Chocolate Raspberry?
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Young's Double Chocolate Stout + Framboise Lambic
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What is a Chocolate Blueberry?
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Young's Double Chocolate Stout + Blueberry Wheat Ale
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What is a Red and White?
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a Framboise Lambic + a Belgian-style White Wheat
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What is a Raspberry Cider?
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A low-carb, fruit blend of any apple cider with a splash of Lindeman's Framboise.
*Great recommendation for ridiculous requests regarding "low-carb" beers we carry. (They pretty much don't exist. Get over it.) |
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What is a Hi-C?
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Same as a Fruit Cocktail??? ("a quenching combination of a Hefe-weizen, Sea Dog Blue Paw, and a splash of Lindeman's Framboise.")
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What type of light beers do we have?
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Corona Light
Amstel Light Heineken Light Iron City (IC) Light |
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When do you recommend a light beer?
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Light beers are usually only used for low-calorie beer requests.
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Name the proper glassware for the following: German Lager
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American Pint?
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Hefe-weizen / White Wheat
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Weizen
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Name the proper glassware for the following: 16oz Hefe-weizen
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Weizen
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Name the proper glassware for the following: 12oz Hefe-weizen
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Pint
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Lambic
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Lambic Flute
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Saison
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Tulip
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Imperial IPA
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Snifter
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Wee Heavy
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Snifter
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Cider
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American Pint
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Dopplebock
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Tulip
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Belgian Golden
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Tulip
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Trappist Ale
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Trappist
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Guinness
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English Pint
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Name the proper glassware for the following: Barleywine
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Tulip
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Why should you be cautious about recommending a hefe-weizen to someone who likes Blue Moon?
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Because the styles differ. Someone who likes Blue Moon (Wheat) may not be used to the (a) unfiltered quality, (b) often sweet banana and/or clove flavor, and (c) medium to full body typically associated with a Hefe-weizen.
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What are the 4 types of IPAs? Give one example of each.
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Pale Ale - Founder's Pale
India Pale Ale - Green Flash West Coast Dark India Pale Ale - Otter Creek Black IPA Imperial/Double IPA - Weyerbacher Double Simcoe |
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Corona
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Carib (Pale Lager, Trinidad)
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Blue Moon
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Lost Coast Tangerine Wheat (CA)
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Newcastle
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Tommy Knocker Maple (Brown Ale, CO)
Samuel Smith Nut Brown (Brown Ale, England) |
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Yuengling
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Flying Dog Old Scratch
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Sierra Nevada Pale
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Great Divide Denver Pale Ale (DPA)
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: "Light" Beer
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Estrella Damm (Pale Lager, Spain)
Tiger (Pale Lager, Sri Lanka) Full Sail Session Lager (Pale Lager, Oregon) |
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Recommend an alternative for the following beer: Sam Adams Boston Lager
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Modelo Negra (Vienna Lager from Mexico)
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EXTRA CREDIT
Name 4 common beers you should never recommend. |
1. Harp Lager
2. Heineken Light 3. Sam Adams Boston Lager 4. Blue Moon |
