Keeping And Serving Flashcards
(23 cards)
What is the ideal storage temperature for cider?
Cool and constant temperature, out of light
What should be done with stock delivery dates and Best By dates?
Keep records of stock delivery dates and Best By or Best Before dates
What is the recommended stock management practice for cider?
Sell the oldest of a particular cider first
Do all ciders have a specific best date for consumption?
No, some ciders can be aged like certain white wines
How should ciders containing lees be stored?
Stored upright so that the lees collect on the bottom
What is the storage recommendation for bottled still ciders with corks?
Stored on their sides to keep the cork moist
What should be checked when receiving canned ciders?
Ensure there are no damaged or leaky cans
What is the best storage condition for kegged ciders?
Stored cold
What is the recommended action for new kegs before tapping?
Allow to settle and chill for at least 24 hours
What is the serving temperature for sweet ciders?
Well chilled (43 - 45°F, 6 - 7°C)
What is the serving temperature for medium to full-bodied ciders?
Lightly chilled (50 - 60°F, 10 - 15°C)
How should customers be assisted when choosing ciders?
Ask about other beverages they like and suggest similar ciders
What precautions should be taken when opening a bottle with a mushroom cork and cage?
Use a towel over the cork, loosen the cage upright, and point away from people
What type of metal should be used for cider draft systems?
Only stainless steel keg couplers and faucets
What should be used instead of compressed air in cider draft systems?
Compressed CO2 or CO2/nitrogen
How often should keg lines be cleaned?
Every two weeks (14 days)
What should be done before tapping a keg?
Run water through the line to clean it
How should a glass be held when serving draft cider?
Tilted at a 45-degree angle
What could cause a cider to be foamy when poured?
Check CO2 pressure and temperature
What should be done if an unfiltered cider is too cloudy?
Agitate the keg to prevent all lees from settling
What is the recommended practice for handling kegs?
Only serviced by trained personnel
Fill in the blank: A 750 ml bottle has about _______ servings.
five 5 ounce (150 ml) servings or three 8 ounce (235 ml) servings
Fill in the blank: Kegged ciders are typically served very well chilled at _______ degrees Fahrenheit.
38 - 45°F (3 - 7°C)
