Do You Have Basic Idea About Drinks And Spirits? Trivia Quiz

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    The names of all Champagne bottle sizes except for Magnum and Bottle are derived from what source?

    • The Bible
    • The Torah
    • The Sun Tzu
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This trivia quiz tests your knowledge on drinks and spirits, exploring topics like Champagne sizes, historical rum production, and regional beverages with protected status. It's ideal for enthusiasts keen to deepen their understanding of alcoholic beverages.

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  • 2. 

    What was the main ingredient in the drinks known as bumpo, bumboo, and mimbo?

    • Whisky

    • Rum

    • Arrack

    Correct Answer
    A. Rum
    Explanation
    The main ingredient in the drinks known as bumpo, bumboo, and mimbo is rum.

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  • 3. 

    In what year did the word "cocktail" first appear in print?


    • 1798

    • 1803

    • 1806

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 1798
    Explanation
    The word "cocktail" first appeared in print in the year 1798.

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  • 4. 

    What cocktail did Zaphod Beeblebrox invent in 1981 British TV series The Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy?

    • Snotch

    • Galloping Green Galaxy

    • Pangalactic Gargleblaster

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Pangalactic Gargleblaster
    Explanation
    Zaphod Beeblebrox invented the Pangalactic Gargleblaster in the 1981 British TV series The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. This cocktail is known for its potency and is described as the "Best Drink in Existence" in the series. It is said to be the alcoholic equivalent of having your brain smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick. The Pangalactic Gargleblaster has become an iconic element of the series and is often referenced in popular culture.

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  • 5. 

    Popular from Shakespeare's day to Dickens' time, ale mulled with wormwood was called by what name?


    • Perry

    • Purl

    • Purl Royale

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Purl
    Explanation
    Purl is the correct answer because it refers to ale mulled with wormwood, which was popular from Shakespeare's day to Dickens' time.

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  • 6. 

    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).

    • Carry on Sailor!

    • Whisky Galore!

    • Passport to Pimlico

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 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. The film was recently digitally restored and re-released to UK cinemas on 29 July 2011.

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  • 7. 

    A Champagne bottle containing the equivalent of 20 bottles is called what?


    • Jeroboam

    • Methuselah

    • Nebuchadnezzar

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Nebuchadnezzar
    Explanation
    A Champagne bottle containing the equivalent of 20 bottles is called a Nebuchadnezzar.

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  • 8. 

    How many milliliters are there in a jigger
?

    • 22

    • 44

    • 66

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 44
    Explanation
    A jigger is a unit of measurement commonly used in bartending to measure alcohol. It typically refers to a shot glass that holds 1.5 ounces or 44 milliliters of liquid. Therefore, the correct answer is 44.

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  • 9. 

    The Grasshopper Cocktail was invented at...

    • At Mister Kelly's in Chicago

    • At Raffles in Singapore

    • At Tujague's at New Orleans

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    Correct Answer
    A. At Tujague's at New Orleans
    Explanation
    The Grasshopper Cocktail was invented at Tujague's in New Orleans.

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  • 10. 

    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 Pangalactic Gargleblaster

    • A Champagne Cocktail

    • A Dry Martini with an olive garnish

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. A Dry Martini with an olive garnish
    Explanation
    In the Dr Who episode "The Doctor Dances", Captain Jack Harkness orders an Emergency Protocol 417 from the ship's computer. The correct answer, a Dry Martini with an olive garnish, suggests that this is what the Emergency Protocol 417 refers to. This implies that in a crisis or emergency situation, Captain Jack Harkness seeks comfort or relaxation by ordering a specific drink, which is a Dry Martini with an olive garnish.

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  • 11. 

    What town is the world's largest consumer of Bénédictine?

    • Fécamp, Normany

    • Burnley, United Kingdom

    • Santo Domingo de Silos, Spain

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Burnley, United Kingdom
    Explanation
    Burnley, United Kingdom is the correct answer because it is known for being the largest consumer of Bénédictine, a herbal liqueur. This town has a long history of consuming and producing Bénédictine, and it is famous for its strong association with the drink.

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  • 12. 

    What many whisky distilleries are there in England?

    • 1

    • 5

    • 8

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 1
    Explanation
    The question asks for the number of whisky distilleries in England. The answer is 1, indicating that there is only one whisky distillery in England.

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  • 13. 

    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?

    • Samba time

    • Waltz time

    • Charleston time

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Waltz time
    Explanation
    According to The Thin Man's Nick Charles, a dry martini is always shaken to waltz time. This implies that when making a dry martini, it should be shaken in rhythm with the waltz, a popular ballroom dance. The reference to different types of cocktails being shaken to different dance times suggests that each drink has its own specific way of preparation, and in the case of a dry martini, it should be shaken to the beat of the waltz.

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  • 14. 

    The 3 counties of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire are famed for producing what fermented beverage that has an EU Protected Geographical Indication

    • Cider

    • Perry

    • Purl

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Perry
    Explanation
    Perry is the correct answer because it is a fermented beverage that is produced in the 3 counties of Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire. Perry is made from fermented pears and is similar to cider, which is made from fermented apples. The EU Protected Geographical Indication indicates that the product must be produced in a specific geographical area and adhere to certain production methods to maintain its quality and authenticity.

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  • 15. 

    What is the first drink that superspy James Bond orders in Ian Fleming's 1953 novel Casino Royale?


    • Vesper

    • Americano

    • Ricard

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Americano
    Explanation
    In Ian Fleming's 1953 novel Casino Royale, the first drink that superspy James Bond orders is an Americano. This is a classic cocktail made with Campari, sweet vermouth, and soda water. The Americano is a fitting choice for Bond as it is a sophisticated and refreshing drink that showcases his refined taste and love for cocktails.

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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?


    • Arnaud de Villeneuve

    • Roger Bacon

    • John Dunn Scotus

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Roger Bacon
    Explanation
    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, making him the correct answer to the question.

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  • 17. 

    The 62-mile, 4-day-long walk that links 15 public houses starting at Stow on the Wold is called what?

    • Warden's Way

    • Cotswolds Way

    • Donnington Way

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Donnington Way
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Donnington Way. This is because the question asks for the name of the 62-mile walk that links 15 public houses starting at Stow on the Wold. The Donnington Way is a well-known walking route in the Cotswolds region of England that fits this description. The other options, Warden's Way and Cotswolds Way, are also walking routes in the Cotswolds but do not match the specific details mentioned in the question.

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  • 18. 

    How many drams are there in a gill?

    • 8

    • 16

    • 32

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 32
    Explanation
    A gill is a unit of measurement used in the United States for liquid volume. It is equal to 4 fluid ounces or 118.294 milliliters. On the other hand, a dram is a unit of measurement used for both liquid and dry volume. It is equal to 1/8 of a fluid ounce or 3.696 milliliters. Since there are 4 drams in a fluid ounce, there would be 32 drams in a gill.

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  • 19. 

    Blauburgunder, Zweigelt, and Blaufränkisch are red wines produced in what country?


    • Germany

    • Lichentenstein

    • Austria

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. Lichentenstein
  • 20. 

    Absinthe production and sale was banned in France in 1915. When was the ban finally lifted?


    • 2007

    • 2009

    • 2011

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. 2011
    Explanation
    Absinthe production and sale were banned in France in 1915, due to concerns about its potential harmful effects. However, as time passed and more research was conducted, it was discovered that the ban was based on misconceptions and exaggerations. In 2011, the ban on absinthe was finally lifted in France, allowing its production and sale once again. This decision was likely influenced by a better understanding of the drink's composition and its relatively low risk compared to other alcoholic beverages.

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  • 21. 

    During the 1700s and 1800s, the world's largest rum producing region was ...

    • Caribbean

    • South America

    • New England

    • PASS

    Correct Answer
    A. New England
    Explanation
    During the 1700s and 1800s, New England was the world's largest rum producing region. This region had access to abundant natural resources such as molasses, which was a key ingredient in rum production. Additionally, New England had a thriving shipping industry that facilitated the trade of rum to other parts of the world. This combination of resources and infrastructure made New England a dominant player in the rum industry during that time period.

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