RSA Certificate – Allows You To Work In A Bar And Garnish Drinks
Garnishing drinks is very important when working at a high class bar or restaurant – but working in these establishments is something that you can only do when you have obtained your RSA certificate! Many bars only offer olives, citrus wheels and maraschino cherry garnishes, but there are endless possibilities for garnishing a drink.
Examples of garnishes – Get Your RSA Certificate And Get To Work This Week!
This video offers several different techniques on making colorful garnishes. A tip for making the rose work for a drink is to use a long skewer and Spanish olives on either side to lock it in place. These would make great garnishes for Bloody Maries. You can also make strawberry roses using that same technique, as with the tomato. Again, remember that you cannot indulge in making these new garnishes at a bar unless you have your RSA certificate.
This video shows different ways to use citrus fruit peel. The bartender offers tips on making twists ahead of time.
Flowers That Are OK To Garnish With – Obtain Your RSA Certificate And Work Tomorrow!
Flowers add a tropical or elegant feel, remember that some flowers are not edible and can be toxic. Here is a list of flowers that are ok to use for garnish. hibiscus, orchids, lavender, lilac, violets, rose petals, day lilies, cornflower, chamomile, citrus blossoms, fuchsia, gardenia, honeysuckle, impatients, jasmine, marigold, pineapple guava, snap dragon, sunflowers, (Make very certain that the flowers that you use to garnish are edible, before using them.) Topping the drink with a sprinkle of spice adds a visual, as well as, flavorful dimension to any drink, which is sure to bring customers into the bar. Having your RSA certificate means you will be able to serve safely and correctly. paprika, cinnamon, chili powder, black pepper, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon sticks, vanilla beans Chocolate is a wonderful garnish for sweet or creamy drinks. It can be added to banana, strawberry, cherry, raspberry, orange, coffee, vanilla, butterscotch, mint and coconut flavored drinks. White chocolate is also a great choice for garnish. Drinks can be dusted, rimmed, topped and drizzled with many forms of chocolate. chocolate shavings, chocolate syrup, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, chocolate coins, chocolate orange slices, candy coated chocolate pieces Vegetables can help a plain, ordinary drink transform into an extraordinary drink for a wearisome patron. A little imagination, a skewer and a paring knife can go a long way. baby carrots and corn, cucumbers, radishes, onions, chives, celery, cherry tomatoes, tomato wheels, banana peppers, chili peppers, bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, spinach Fruit is the obvious choice for garnish, like citrus and strawberries, but have you considered these? avocado, grapes, fresh pitted cherries, pineapple, star fruit, melon (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew…) , banana, peach, pear, apple (dipped in lemon to keep from browning), kiwi, mango, fresh berries, peeled segments of Mandarin orange Sweets make a yummy drink that much more inviting. Try these with your next decadent creation. Simply top a drink with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream or sherbert (for something for the treats to rest on and not fall to the bottom) and garnish. But more important than having a proper garnish is always serving correctly, and that means legally! As your RSA certificate dictates you have to do! Cookies, marshmallows, caramel syrup, candies (red hots, Pop Rocks, rock candy on a skewer, M&M minis, chocolate covered fruit pieces…), sprinkles, colored sugar, peanut butter cups, lollipops, candy canes and sticks Mint sprigs can be tucked into fruit roses for a “foliage” effect. Skewers can be used in glasses or across the rim. Large pieces of fruit can be cut into any shape, such as pineapple or mango. Grapes, cherry tomatoes, and cherries can be etched and alternating segments of peel can be removed for a striped look. Always remember that to be able to engage in any of these drink making activities in a bar, you need to first obtain an RSA Certificate online, which is a straightforward and simple process. So start the Responsible Service of Alcohol process today!