Apéritifs + Digestifs

Question 1

When are apéritifs (or aperitivi) served?

Answer 1

BEFORE a meal

Question 2

When are Digestifs (or digestivi) served?

Answer 2

AFTER a meal to aid in digestion

Question 3

Give an example of an apéritif (or an apéritivo).

Answer 3

White Vermouth

Question 4

Give an example of a digestif (or digestivo).

Answer 4

Italian Amaro

(an industry favorite is Braulio)

Question 5

What are liqueurs + cordials made from?

Answer 5

• Neutral base spirits
• Flavorings, e.g. nuts, herbs, fruits

Question 6

Name 4 anise-flavored liqueurs.

Answer 6

1. Anisette
2. Galliano
3. Ouzo
4. Sambuca

Question 7

Name 3 orange-based liqueurs.

Answer 7

1. Triple sec
2. Cointreau
3. Grand Marnier

Question 8

Name 4 herb-based liqueurs.

Answer 8

1. Bénédictine
2. B&B
3. Chartreuse (green + yellow)
4. Crème de Menthe (white + green)

Question 9

Name 2 coffee-based liqueurs.

Answer 9

1. Kahlúa
2. Tia Maria

Question 10

Name a ginger-flavored liqueur.

Answer 10

Canton

Question 11

Name a peach-flavored liqueur.

Answer 11

Southern Comfort

It is a whiskey liqueur infused with peach and spices

Question 12

Name a liqueur made from apricot pits.

Answer 12

Amaretto

Question 13

Name a hazelnut-flavored liqueur.

Answer 13

Frangelico

Question 14

Name an elderflower-flavored liqueur.

Answer 14

St.-Germain

Question 15

Name 2 cream-based liqueurs.

Answer 15

1. Bailey’s Irish Cream
2. Amarula