Bar & Bev.

• Origin of Tequila

  Mexico
• Tequila came from the plant commonly called blue agave

  Agave Tequilina
• Classic Cocktails that uses Tequila as base:

  • Margarita
  • Tequila Sunrise
  • Paloma
• CLASSIC COCKTAILS THAT USES TEQUILA

  AS BASE

  One of the most riffed- upon classic cocktails out there, but at its core, this simple drink calls for blanco tequila, lime juice, and Cointreau orange liqueur.

  MARGARITA
• CLASSIC COCKTAILS THAT USES TEQUILA AS BASE

  A visually stunning cocktail with a delightful fruity taste. Has been around since at least the 1930s, but it gained widespread popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. It's often associated with the rock-and-roll and counterculture scenes of that era, places like California and Mexico.

  Tequila Sunrise
• CLASSIC COCKTAILS THAT USES TEQUILA

  AS BASE

  A refreshing, bubbly and citrusy Tequila cocktail that is starting to get the popularity it deserves. While it has Tequila in common with Margarita, it is totally different drink with a character of its own.

  Paloma
• is one of mankind's oldest beverages.

  Beer
• earliest chemically confirmed barley beer was discovered at

  Godin Tepe, Mountains of Iran
• earliest chemically confirmed barley beer dates from between

  3500 and 3100 BC
• Beer was used as an

  offering to the gods
• Its was also prescribed to treat various illnesses.

  BEER
• Beer arrived in Europe around

  5000 BC.
• BEER came from the plant of

  • Barley
  • Sorghum
  • Hops
• first beer in the world was brewed by the ancient Chinese around the year 7000 BCE (known as kui).
• beer brewing began in Mesopotamia at the Godin Tepe
• Beer became popular because

  • it comes in a wide range of flavor and styles
  • Low in alcohol content
• One of the reasons for beer's popularity is its versatility.
• CLASSIC COCKTAILS USING BEER AS BASE

  • Passata Mitchalada
  • Beer mojito
  • Beer Margarita
• Vodka's history starts around the 8th or 9th century in Eastern Europe
• Vodka's history starts mainly in Russia and Poland.
• Vodka in Russia made it from grains like wheat and rye.
• Vodka in Russia became part of celebrations and social gatherings.
• During the Soviet era in the 1900s, vodka became a symbol of Russian identity.
• Today, vodka is still very important in Russian culture for its hospitality and traditions.
• Vodka in Poland Originally used for medicine and cleaning
• Vodka in Poland became popular as a drink by the 14th century.
• Vodka in Poland is made from grains like rye and barley
• Polish vodka was known for its quality and smoothness.
• Today, vodka remains a cherished part of Polish culture, enjoyed during social gatherings
• it become one of the most popular and consumed spirits globally.

  Vodka
• Vodka became popular because of its

  • versatility
  • neutrality
  • production advantages
  • marketing and image
  • Cultural significance
  • health perception
  • Global appeal
• Vodka is often perceived as a"healthier" option among alcoholic beverages due to its relatively low calorie content compared to other spirits.
• Vodka is made from grains like wheat, rye, potato, or corn
• PLANTS AND INGREDIENTS. POPULAR OPTIONS INCLUDES:

  • Herbs
  • Fruits
  • Vegetables
  • Spices
• used as garnishes to add aromatic flavors to vodka cocktails.

  Herbs
• Example of herbs

  • Mint
  • Basil
  • Thyme
  • Rosemary
• FRUITS

  Citrus fruits like lemon, lime, and orange are commonly used for their refreshing acidity. Berries such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries can also add sweetness and color.
• VEGETABLES

  Cucumber or bell peppers can lend a crisp and refreshing taste to vodka cocktails.
• SPICES

  Ginger, chili peppers, and cinnamon are used to add warmth and spice to vodka drinks.
• CLASSIC COCKTAILS OF VODKA

  • VODKA MARTINI
  • BLOODY MARY
  • MOSCOW MULE