Discuss dram shop legislation, what it is, how it works and the benefits of training versus having these laws.
Dram shop is legislation that governs the sale of alcoholic beverages. These laws or civil damage acts,
were enacted in the 1850’s and dictated that owners and operators of drinking establishments are liable
for injuries caused by intoxicated customers. Most states do not have dram shop legislation. Rather they
advocate training developed by national and state restaurant and hotel associations (like ServSafe, TIPS,
BarCode, BEST, etc.) that provide insight to the responsible service of alcoholic beverages. Training of
this type could lower the liability insurance rates.
Where do the different types of tea originate? Provide two examples of types from each location.
China; Oolong, Orange pekoe
India; Darjeeling, Assams, Dooars
Indonesia; Java, Sumatra
Suggest an appropriate wine with each of the following entrees. Describe your reasoning for each selection:
Grilled New York Strip Steak, Chicken in a light sauce, and Grilled Salmon.
See page 215 for a simple wine pairing chart
What are the six steps in wine production?
crushing, fermenting, racking, maturing, filtering, and bottling
List the ways in which wine is classified and give examples of each.
color, vintage, varietal, still, sparkling, fortified, aromatic, regional, etc. (answers will vary by student)
List and describe the four styles of beer. How would define “beer?”
Lager is clear, light–bodied, and refreshing; Ale is fuller bodied and more bitter; Stout is dark with a
sweet, strong malt flavor; and Pilsner is a unique beer product made in the style of beer from the Pilsen
area of the Czech Republic.
List three wine producing countries and discuss why they grow great wines. Include a discussion on climate,
soil, and location for each country.
Countries will vary depending on favorite countries among students. United States; primarily on the
west coast in northern California. Central and southern France. Others include Germany, Spain, Portugal,
Italy, Australia, South Africa, etc
The common thread among all of these countries is that the soil, climate, and location are very similar;
the soil is usually chalky, clay, gravelly, or sandy. Weather and rain are similar.
Describe the difference between a bar in a restaurant and a bar in a sports bar. How is each unique in its design
and target market?
Restaurant bars are often the holding area for restaurant patrons. Bars are a convenience for the patron
and primarily used to supplement the food with a complimentary alcoholic beverage. Sports bars are
more of an entertainment complex featuring dozens of large–screen TVs, entertainment, and interactive
games.
Define the following terms associated with beer making: hops, wort, malt, lager, and ale.
hops is the flower of a vine that adds bitterness to beer
wort is the liquid that is fermented into beer, containing hops, water, yeast, and malt
malt is germinated barley
yeast is what causes the fermentation process-brewers yeast, forms carbon dioxide and alcohol
lager is a clear light bodied refreshing beer
ale is fuller bodied and more bitter, darker than lager