Certified Beer Server Examination Practice Test

How long does it take for green bottled beer exposed to sunlight or fluorescent light to become funky? - Answer- a few minutes Which are signs of a beer- clean glass? - Answer- 1) free of lip marks, 2) water sheets on inside 3) nice foam head appears when filled 4) leaves "lace" when beer is drunk Is beer best served in a frosted glass? - Answer- no, beer shouldn't be served in frosted glass. Which of the following represents and error in proper draft pouring technique? - Answer- positioning the faucet in contact with inside of glass Every draft system requires periodic maintenance and cleaning, but how do you know if something is wrong with your draft system? What are the warning signs? - Answer- 1) constantly foamy pours, even when a keg is properly chilled, 2) dribbling faucets 3) stained or cloudy hoses in the cooler 4) dull/ sour taste to beer, especially first pour each day. 5) cloudy beer (when it's normally clear) Select all of the reasons to serve bottled beer in a glass: - Answer- 1) Enhances appreciation of beer's visual attributes 2) allows enjoyment of beer aroma 3) separates beer from yeast in bottle- conditioned beers How should bottled beer be poured for a customer? - Answer- With glass at 45' angle, pour down side until 2/3 full, then shift upright and pour down middle Which of the following flavors is not a sign of stale beer? - Answer- Banana Which of the following is most likely to help preserve the freshness and flavor of bottled beer? - Answer- Refrigerated Which type of light is not a problem for beer in a clear or green bottle? - Answer- Incandescent light Which of the following is not a reason for using water to rinse glass prior to filling? - Answer- cleans our old beer