Think you know your classic cocktails? Whether you’re a mixology master or just starting your home bar journey, this quiz is the perfect way to test your knowledge and learn some fun new facts along the way.

🌟 How It Works:

• Answer the 10 multiple-choice questions below.
  
  
• No peeking! The correct answers (and fun facts) are listed at the end of the quiz.
  
  
• Grab your favorite drink, play along, and challenge your friends!
  
  

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Classic Cocktails Quiz: 10 Questions

1. Which spirit is the main ingredient in a traditional Daiquiri?

A) Rum
B) Tequila
C) Gin
D) Vodka

2. What are the three ingredients in a classic Negroni?

A) Vodka, orange juice, grenadine
B) Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth
C) Rum, lime, simple syrup
D) Whiskey, bitters, sugar

3. Which cocktail was famously associated with James Bond and his “shaken, not stirred” preference?

A) Old Fashioned
B) Martini
C) Manhattan
D) Cosmopolitan

4. What citrus juice is used in a Whiskey Sour?

A) Lemon juice
B) Lime juice
C) Orange juice
D) Grapefruit juice

5. The Margarita is one of the most popular cocktails worldwide. What ingredient gives it its signature rim?

A) Sugar
B) Salt
C) Cinnamon
D) Seaweed flakes

6. Which of these cocktails contains both white rum and mint leaves?

A) Piña Colada
B) Mai Tai
C) Mojito
D) Sidecar

7. What is the main difference between a Manhattan and an Old Fashioned?

A) Manhattan uses vermouth, Old Fashioned does not
B) Old Fashioned is served in a martini glass
C) Manhattan is made with vodka instead of whiskey
D) Old Fashioned is always stirred, while a Manhattan is always shaken

8. The Espresso Martini was invented in the 1980s in London. What’s the main liquor in it?

A) Tequila
B) Vodka
C) Bourbon
D) Rum

9. Which cocktail gets its name from an American motorcycle club and contains amaretto?

A) Black Russian
B) Alabama Slammer
C) Harley Rider
D) Godfather

10. The Piña Colada originates from which Caribbean island?

A) Jamaica
B) Cuba
C) Puerto Rico
D) Dominican Republic

🍹 Answers & Fun Facts 🍹

1. A) Rum

The Daiquiri is a simple, refreshing cocktail made with rum, lime juice, and simple syrup—perfect for hot summer days!

2. B) Gin, Campari, sweet vermouth

A Negroni is equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, creating a perfectly balanced bitter, sweet, and herbal drink.

3. B)  Martini

James Bond famously orders his Martini “shaken, not stirred”, though traditionally, a Martini is stirred to maintain clarity and smoothness. Learn more about shaking versus stirring in our blog: The Difference Between Shaking vs. Stirring 

4. A) Lemon juice

A classic Whiskey Sour combines whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup, often topped with egg white for a silky texture.

5. B) Salt

The Margarita is served with a salted rim to enhance its sweet and sour flavors. Traditionally, kosher salt is used for the best texture.

6. C) Mojito

The Mojito is a Cuban classic made with white rum, mint leaves, lime juice, sugar, and soda water, a crisp and refreshing choice!

7. A) Manhattan uses vermouth, Old Fashioned does not

A Manhattan contains whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, while an Old Fashioned sticks to whiskey, sugar, bitters, and water.

8. B) Vodka

The Espresso Martini was invented by bartender Dick Bradsell when a model asked for a drink that would “wake her up and f*** her up.” It’s made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and espresso.

9. D) Godfather

The Godfather cocktail is a mix of Scotch whisky and amaretto, and it’s said to be named after the famous Mafia movie.

10. C) Puerto Rico

The Piña Colada was created in Puerto Rico in the 1950s. It’s made with rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice. It’s even the official national drink of Puerto Rico!

How did you do? 🍾

We hope you enjoyed this month’s Worthington’s Bar Pub Quiz! Whether you aced it or learned something new, we’d love to hear from you—drop your score in the comments or share your results on Instagram!

📅 Next month’s theme: Spring Spritzers & Refreshing Drinks — so stay tuned!

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