How To Play 21 Questions
Test your knowledge of drinks and spirits
Questions and Answers
- 1.
A Champagne bottle containing the equivalent of 20 bottles is called what?
- A.
Jeroboam
- B.
Methuselah
- C.
Nebuchadnezzar
- D.
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C. NebuchadnezzarExplanation
A Champagne bottle containing the equivalent of 20 bottles is called a Nebuchadnezzar.Rate this question:
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- 2.
During the 1700s and 1800s, the world's largest rum producing region was ...
- A.
Caribbean
- B.
South America
- C.
New England
- D.
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C. New EnglandExplanation
During the 1700s and 1800s, New England was the world's largest rum producing region. This region had access to an abundant supply of molasses, which is a key ingredient in rum production. Additionally, New England had a thriving shipbuilding industry, which allowed for the transportation of rum to other parts of the world. The combination of these factors made New England a dominant player in the rum industry during this time period.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The 3 counties of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire are famed for producing what fermented beverage that has an EU Protected Geographical Indication
- A.
Cider
- B.
Perry
- C.
Purl
- D.
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B. PerryExplanation
Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire are well-known for producing perry, a fermented beverage made from pears. Perry has been granted an EU Protected Geographical Indication, which means that it can only be produced in these specific counties using traditional methods. This recognition ensures the authenticity and quality of perry produced in this region. Therefore, the correct answer is Perry.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What town is the world's largest consumer of Bénédictine?
- A.
Fécamp, Normany
- B.
Burnley, United Kingdom
- C.
Santo Domingo de Silos, Spain
- D.
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B. Burnley, United KingdomExplanation
Burnley, United Kingdom is the correct answer because it is known as the world's largest consumer of Bénédictine, a herbal liqueur produced in France. The town has a long-standing tradition of consuming and appreciating this particular drink, making it the top consumer worldwide.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Absinthe production and sale was banned in France in 1915. When was the ban finally lifted?
- A.
2007
- B.
2009
- C.
2011
- D.
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C. 2011Explanation
The ban on absinthe production and sale in France was finally lifted in 2011. This means that for almost a century, from 1915 to 2011, absinthe was prohibited in the country. It was only in 2011 that the French government decided to overturn this ban and allow the production and sale of absinthe once again.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How many drams are there in a gill?
- A.
8
- B.
16
- C.
32
- D.
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C. 32Explanation
A gill is a unit of measurement used for liquids, typically equal to a quarter of a pint. A dram is also a unit of measurement for liquids, equal to 1/8 of a fluid ounce. To find out how many drams are in a gill, we need to convert the gill to fluid ounces and then to drams. Since there are 4 fluid ounces in a gill and 8 drams in a fluid ounce, we can multiply 4 by 8 to get the answer of 32 drams in a gill.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The 62-mile, 4-day-long walk that links 15 public houses starting at Stow on the Wold is called what?
- A.
Warden's Way
- B.
Cotswolds Way
- C.
Donnington Way
- D.
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C. Donnington WayExplanation
The correct answer is Donnington Way. This is because the question states that the walk is 62 miles long and takes 4 days to complete. It also mentions that the walk starts at Stow on the Wold and links 15 public houses. Among the given options, only Donnington Way matches these criteria. The other options, Warden's Way and Cotswolds Way, are both long-distance footpaths in the Cotswolds region but do not specifically meet the criteria mentioned in the question.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Popular from Shakespeare's day to Dickens' time, ale mulled with wormwood was called by what name?
- A.
Perry
- B.
Purl
- C.
Purl Royale
- D.
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B. PurlExplanation
Purl is the correct answer because during Shakespeare's day to Dickens' time, ale mulled with wormwood was commonly known as Purl. Purl was a popular alcoholic beverage made by mixing ale with wormwood, which gave it a distinctive flavor. It was enjoyed by many during that period and was particularly popular in England.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The names of all Champagne bottle sizes except for Magnum and Bottle are derived from what source?
- A.
The Bible
- B.
The Torah
- C.
The Sun Tzu
- D.
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A. The BibleExplanation
The names of all Champagne bottle sizes, except for Magnum and Bottle, are derived from the Bible. This is because the names of the larger Champagne bottle sizes, such as Jeroboam, Methuselah, and Nebuchadnezzar, are taken from the names of biblical figures. These names have been used in the Champagne industry for centuries and have become a tradition in the naming of bottle sizes.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What was the main ingredient in the drinks known as bumpo, bumboo, and mimbo?
- A.
Whisky
- B.
Rum
- C.
Arrack
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B. RumExplanation
The main ingredient in the drinks known as bumpo, bumboo, and mimbo is rum.Rate this question:
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- 11.
How many milliliters are there in a jigger ?
- A.
22
- B.
44
- C.
66
- D.
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B. 44Explanation
A jigger is a unit of measurement commonly used in bartending to measure alcohol. It typically refers to a shot glass, which is equivalent to 44 milliliters. Therefore, the correct answer is 44.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is the first drink that superspy James Bond orders in Ian Fleming's 1953 novel Casino Royale?
- A.
Vesper
- B.
Americano
- C.
Ricard
- D.
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B. AmericanoExplanation
In Ian Fleming's 1953 novel Casino Royale, the first drink that superspy James Bond orders is an Americano. This is significant because it showcases Bond's refined taste and sophistication, as the Americano is a classic cocktail made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water. The drink choice reflects Bond's suave personality and sets the tone for his character throughout the novel and subsequent films.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Name the 1949 Ealing Studios comedy film about the real-life 1941 shipwreck of the S.S. Politician and its cargo (recently digitally restored and re-released to UK cinemas 29 July 2011).
- A.
Carry on Sailor!
- B.
Whisky Galore!
- C.
Passport to Pimlico
- D.
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B. Whisky Galore!Explanation
"Whisky Galore!" is the correct answer because it is a 1949 Ealing Studios comedy film that is based on the real-life 1941 shipwreck of the S.S. Politician and its cargo. The film tells the story of a group of Scottish islanders who try to salvage cases of whisky from the shipwreck, leading to humorous situations and conflicts with the authorities. The fact that the film was recently digitally restored and re-released to UK cinemas on 29 July 2011 further supports its relevance and significance.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What many whisky distilleries are there in England?
- A.
1
- B.
5
- C.
8
- D.
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- 15.
In what year did the word "cocktail" first appear in print?
- A.
1798
- B.
1803
- C.
1806
- D.
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A. 1798Explanation
The word "cocktail" first appeared in print in the year 1798.Rate this question:
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- 16.
What was the real name of Doctor Mirabilis, the Oxford scholar who was the first European to experiment with distillation in the late 1200s?
- A.
Arnaud de Villeneuve
- B.
Roger Bacon
- C.
John Dunn Scotus
- D.
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B. Roger BaconExplanation
Roger Bacon, also known as Doctor Mirabilis, was an Oxford scholar who conducted experiments with distillation in the late 1200s. He is considered to be the first European to experiment with distillation.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Blauburgunder, Zweigelt, and Blaufränkisch are red wines produced in what country?
- A.
Germany
- B.
Lichentenstein
- C.
Austria
- D.
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B. Lichentenstein -
- 18.
According to The Thin Man's Nick Charles: "Now a Manhattan you shake to fox-trot time, a Bronx to two-step time, a dry martini you always shake to..." What time?
- A.
Samba time
- B.
Waltz time
- C.
Charleston time
- D.
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B. Waltz timeExplanation
In the given quote, Nick Charles mentions different types of cocktails and the specific way they should be shaken. He states that a Manhattan should be shaken to fox-trot time, a Bronx to two-step time, and a dry martini always shaken to... The missing part of the quote suggests that a dry martini should be shaken to waltz time. This means that the correct answer is "Waltz time."Rate this question:
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- 19.
What cocktail did Zaphod Beeblebrox invent in 1981 British TV series The Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy?
- A.
Snotch
- B.
Galloping Green Galaxy
- C.
Pangalactic Gargleblaster
- D.
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C. Pangalactic GargleblasterExplanation
In the 1981 British TV series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Zaphod Beeblebrox invented the cocktail called the Pangalactic Gargleblaster. This cocktail is known for its potent effects, described as having "the effect of having your brains smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick." It is a popular and iconic drink in the series, often sought after by the characters.Rate this question:
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- 20.
In the Dr Who episode "The Doctor Dances", Captain Jack Harkness orders an Emergency Protocol 417 from the ship's computer. What is it?
- A.
A Pangalactic Gargleblaster
- B.
A Champagne Cocktail
- C.
A Dry Martini with an olive garnish
- D.
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C. A Dry Martini with an olive garnishExplanation
In the Dr Who episode "The Doctor Dances", Captain Jack Harkness orders an Emergency Protocol 417 from the ship's computer. This protocol is a Dry Martini with an olive garnish.Rate this question:
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- 21.
The Grasshopper Cocktail was invented at...
- A.
At Mister Kelly's in Chicago
- B.
At Raffles in Singapore
- C.
At Tujague's at New Orleans
- D.
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C. At Tujague's at New OrleansExplanation
The correct answer is at Tujague's at New Orleans.Rate this question:
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