BWB Proficiency Questions and Answers

Wine and Spirits Knowledge

Question 1: Alto de la Ballena, Classico is from what country?

Uruguay

Question 2: Instead of Aperol in a spritz, we feature what aperitivo as our standard?

Capaletti

Question 3: Liquid Geography is a rosé made from what grape?

Mencia

Question 4: When a guest orders a Manhattan “perfect,” what does this indicate?

They want both sweet and dry vermouth

Question 5: If someone is looking for a Cabernet style wine, what is the best option from below to recommend?

Bardos

Question 6: Which statement BEST reflects our approach to tasting menus?

Tasting menus are flexible; they are meant to accommodate a variety of guest preferences and needs

Question 7: True or False: The eggplant caponata is a vegan dish:

False

Regional Wines and Attributes

Question 8: Bardos, Vinedos de Altura is from which wine region of Spain?

Ribera del Duero

Question 9: Which of these wines by the glass is from Argentina?

Saurus

Question 10: What is true about a porron? (select all that apply)

A porron is a Spanish glass wine decanter with a long spout used to pour wine directly into the mouth

It’s a tool to celebrate and thrill our guests

They can be a surprise from the restaurant or requested and ordered by the guest

Question 11: Which of the following is NOT a valid form of ID?

Birth certificate

Espresso and Mixed Drinks

Question 12: Equal parts espresso and steamed milk is which of the espresso drinks that we serve?

Cortado

Question 13: The Gin & Jus contains the following potential allergen:

Tree nuts

Tasting Notes and Flavor Profiles

• Question 14: Which of the following tasting notes best describes Aylin Sauvignon Blanc?

  Light-medium bodied, citrus, herb, bright tropical fruit, fresh and dry. Great balance

Question 15: Vinyes Domenech, Sotabosc hails from what Spanish region?

Montsant

Question 16: What region in Spain produces 95% of the Cava made?

Penedes

Question 17: What do you call the protective layer of yeast cells that floats on top of sherry as it ages in the cask?

Flor

Question 18: “Extracted from the skins and seeds of the grape, _ is the drying sensation on the teeth?

Tannin

Question 19: Which of the following is not an ingredient in the Guns & Roses?

Rum

Dining and Service Knowledge

Question 20: Your table is missing food from their order, which of the following is the best way to handle the situation?

Fill out a missing food ticket, tell a manager, follow up with manager and your guest

Question 21: Which style of sherry is best as an aperitif, or with olives and boquerones?

Manzanilla

Question 22: True or False: Our Marinated Olives are vegan

True

Question 23: This light-medium bodied wine from Spain is a super aromatic blend of Xaxel-lo Riesling and Macabeo; it has notes of ripe pineapple, bergamot, lemon and passion fruit. It’s dry with bright acid and a very salty finish.

B.R.O.T., Blanc Inicial

Question 24: What is the sweetest style of sherry of those listed below?

Pedro Ximenez

Question 25: If someone has a dairy allergy, which of the following dishes can they have AS IS, without modifying the dish?

Patatas bravas

Question 26: Which of the following is NOT in the paella mariscos?

Octopus

Culinary Ingredients and Allergen Awareness

Question 27: Where does the Mangalica breed of pig originate from?

Hungary

Question 28: For which items is it acceptable to not use a tray to carry? (select all that apply)

Bottle of wine

Pitcher of sangria

Question 29: How long is the Jamon Serrano that we carry aged?

15-20 months

Question 30: What is “quince”?

An orchard fruit similar to an apple or pear

Question 31: This dessert sauce is made from sugar, egg yolk, and hot milk

Creme anglaise

Question 32: What fresh citrus juice is used in a Bees & Bays?

Lime juice

Question 33: If someone has a garlic allergy, which of the following dishes CAN they have AS IS, without modification?

Potato tortilla

Espresso Ratios and Allergens

Question 34: What is the proper espresso to milk ratio for a cafe con leche?

$\frac{1}{3}$ espresso, $\frac{2}{3}$ milk

Question 35: Our marinated olives should be made up of:

50 % olives and 50% pickled vegetables

Question 36: Which of the following is NOT a BWB core value?

Satisfied customers

Question 37: The “Jus” in our Gin & Jus refers to?

Verjus - which literally means green juice

Question 38: What does it mean when a guest asks if a cheese is pasteurized?

If the milk used to make the cheese was heat-treated to reduce bacteria

Question 39: When a guest orders a bottle of wine, which of the following should be vocalized to the guest about the wine? (select all that apply)

Vintage

Region

Name of the wine

Olive Varietals and Culinary Terms

Question 40: This olive varietal is known for its low acidity, pronounced fruitiness, and a slight sweet finish, it is the prized varietal that makes up our La Boella olive oil; what type of olive is it?

Arequina

Question 41: A parrillada is served with what sauce?

Red chimichurri

Question 42: Besides dairy, what is the other allergen in flan?

Egg

Question 43: The Galician Gintonic contains two fresh slices of green apple, lemon peel, and this fresh herb:

Mint

Question 44: True or false: When pouring sparkling wine, we should pick up the glass and pour down the side like a draft beer

False

Question 45: What is cachaca?

A Brazilian sugarcane spirit used in cocktails like the Caipirinha

Question 46: Which Barcelona specialty cocktail is inspired by the classic Italian cocktail, the Garibaldi?

Pica Pica

Paste and Culinary Concepts

Question 47: Membrillo is best described as:

Quince paste

Question 48: When answering the phone, what should be a part of your verbiage? (select all that apply)

Your name

Thank them for calling Barcelona

How can I help you?

Question 49: Ipanema is best described as which of the following?

A martini-style cocktail made with cachaca, cocchi americano and fine sherry

Question 50: Which of the following cheeses has a characteristic “basket-weave” rind?

Manchego