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  • Scotch: The Whole Perspective

    As we all know, we are in Autumn and are moving ever so close to Winter. You know what this means…Scotch drinking weather (apparently). The article that was published on ‘Sloshed.com’ below, describes ideal scotch weather as “Frosty nights, windy days, with an austere crispness in the air.” But as we approach these seasons, it is important to know your drink. Especially if you work in a more laid back bar (with your RSA Certificate) where scotch is the ‘smooth, man’s drink.’ Check out this article on the different Scotch recommendations.

    “Glen Garioch Founder’s Reserve (about 40 dollars): This is a non-peaty Highland Scotch from one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, Glen Garioch (pronounced ‘geery’). Now owned by Japan’s Suntory corporation, this whisky curiously exhibits the characteristic dry maltiness of Yamizaki, Suntory’s flagship whisky. At a hefty 48% ABV, it’s a bruiser too, so a little water or ice might be a good idea to soften the edges. It’s a little hot for my taste, and more peat would be welcome (there’s no such thing as too much in my book), but this is a decent, well-rounded Highland at a nice price.

    Glen Garioch 12 (about 60 dollars): As big as the Founder’s is, the 12-year-old is its meaner, hairier brother who probably drives a Camaro, or maybe an Iroc-Z. This whiskey is very hot (it’s also 48%), but also exhibits some strange taste components: oddly, I keep thinking of marshmallows, and there’s a weird chemical flavor here too, maybe something like methanol would taste if you could drink it without dying. This sounds unpleasant, and it is a little, but there’s still a nice woodsy character and a surprising complexity here, if you’re willing to stick it out.

    Auchentoshan Three Wood (about 60 dollars): A Lowland favorite that is aged in bourbon barrels before before being finished in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks. It’s a syrupy, swaggering, and fruity whisky with a pungent finish. It’s got just enough smoke to keep masochists like me happy, but retains enough of a softer character to please everyone else happy too. Definitely worth a try.

    Auchentoshan 12 (about 40 dollars): As I’ve stated before, I detest the word ‘smooth’ as an adjective to describe liquor, but sadly, it was the first one to come to mind when I tried this. This means I need to try harder, so here it is: the 12-year is not too fruity, not too smoky, and very easy to drink—in other words, it’s boring. Maybe a little disappointing following the magnificent Three Wood, but it may be just the ticket for the less adventurous drinker in your life, poor souls they may be.

    Bowmore 12 (about 40 dollars): From one of the most well known Islay distilleries in the world, this is their entry level whisky, and for the most part, it’s a good one. There’s the grassy, succulent mid-palate, the honeyed citrus notes, and the mildly peaty finish, but there’s not a hell of a lot else. It’s a nice and easy Islay; simple, but there’s nothing really wrong with that, is there? (Ed. note: Marleigh prefers the flavor of whisky to that of peat smoke, and the Bowmore 12 was her favorite. If you’re not a peat monster or you just like a nicely balanced Scotch, try this one.)

    Bowmore 15 (about 70 dollars): Of all the whiskys featured here, this was by far my favorite (and unfortunately the most expensive). This is a well-balanced, smokey Islay, and while a tiny bit more brine and peat (I’m looking at you Lagavulin, and I’d start running were I you) would be good, it still delivers on all fronts. The sherry cask comes through nicely on this, as do heavy notes of fig, honey, and grass. If you can swing it, and are looking for a stunning whisky that will floor all your friends, this is a good bet that is easy to find.” Sourced From: www.Sloshed.com This article came from ‘Sloshed.com‘ and describes the different kinds of Scotch rather well if i may say so myself. You should note, though, that this is only one opinion and there are also a lot of other Scotch brands out there to choose from.

    To summarize the article though: Glen Garioch Founder’s Reserve is well rounded and strong (also cheap) Glen Garioch 12 is Glen Garioch Founder’s Reserve, but a lot stronger. Auchentoshan Three Wood is a gentleman’s drink: syrupy, softer. Worth a taste. Auchentoshan 12 is boring, but smooth. Something for a non-adventurous drinker. Bowmore 12 has nothing wrong with it…but it’s net exactly…interesting…(It’s standard!) Bowmore 15 delivers on all fronts, it’s great (apparently) but it looks expensive… If you are planning to become a Scotch expert and know your liquor, then you should also know how to drink it. Perhaps no video is better than the one below on how to order and drink Scotch. Like a pro…

    This next article comes from ‘Thedrinksreport.com’ and describes the dilemma we faced a while ago about labeling Scotch as brewed in Scotland, when it was actually not. Essentially, people wanted to bring back the class to Scottish Scotch. This all happened in 2009, but it’s interesting to note that now you know if what you are drinking is Scottish…or not. Big difference, right? To some it is.

    “The regulations, that come into force on 23 November, mean:

    • Compulsory use of category descriptions, such as ‘Blended Scotch Whisky’, will ensure consumers receive clear, consistent and accurate information;

    • New presentation rules provide a unique opportunity to promote understanding of every category of Scotch Whisky, Single and Blended, to consumers;

    • Additional protection for Scotch Whisky from unfair competition and deceptive practices, establishing a robust and comprehensive legal framework;

    • New rules to require the bottling of Single Malt Scotch Whisky in Scotland will protect this growing category;

    • New protection for the traditional regional names associated with Scotch Whisky production and clear rules on product age statements;

    • Introduction of a strong enforcement mechanism, with HM Revenue & Customs designated as the Scotch Whisky verification authority;

    • Use of the word ‘Pure’ which is to be banned as it has led to confusion as ‘Pure Malt’ may come across as being superior whereas the term is used to disguise the fact that the product is a blend of malts rather than a Single Malt;

    • There is also to be tightening up of the use of distillery and regional names:

    • These regulations will also serve to protect consumers as well as the industry through consolidation of the legal framework.”

    This article was sourced from: http://www.thedrinksreport.com/full.articles/business.folder/full.1109_SWA_New_Regs.html

    Or: The Drinks Report Online This is not really something that would effect someone who merely serves alcohol with the RSA Course Online Certificate, unless you had really picky customers. Either way, now you know two things – the different kinds of Scotch that there are (well, some) and that you can now tell if your drinking Scotch that was really from Scotland, or not!

     

  • Choosing Your Drink! Not in the RSA Course!

    You might be asking yourself, what is ‘my drink,’ or what do i mean when i say you would have ‘your own drink.’ All that i really mean is that there are some drinks that some people really enjoy, and these can be as complex as they need to be – but you know that you will enjoy them! The idea of having one drink you really enjoy is that you can make it rather easily and can just drink it whenever you really want to! In addition, people often assign a drink to you, and this can give you some real charisma, while being a good conversation starter! The more complex that the drink is, the more people think that you know your drinks, even if you really don’t!

    How Do I Find This Elusive Drink?

    The RSA Course does not teach you about all the drink options that are out there, but you can quite easily find out. A lot of people like to find it by experience and by simply drinking a wide variety of drinks, but you can try searching online to find what drink might fit you. One thing that you might want to do is check out some of the beers that are not advertised on TV, as a lot of good beers are rather rare or different. Another drink that you might want to try is one that is a specialty famous one, and if you are looking for some information on how to make famous drinks, then have a look at this chart!

    Get Your RSA Certificate To Help People Find Their Drink! RSA Course Teaches!

    If you think that you know a lot about alcohol and different drink mixes, then you should check out the RSA Course online as it will give you the tools that you need to work behind a bar. When working behind a bar you can get to know all the different drink mixes, and help people find their preferred drink. The RSA Course will also teach you how to serve safely and responsibly, so that you can ensure people have a good night, and stay safe!

     

  • Alcohol Fueled Violence Statistics – Get Your RSA Certificate To Help Stop Them

    There are an increasing amount of alcohol fueled violent attacks that are occurring each year, and they are getting more and more dangerous, which is why you need to go online and grab your rsa certificate, to stop this kind of violence. It was reported in Sydney that for every liquor retailer that opened, there would be another 4-5 annual alcohol fueled violence attacks. This is a very alarming statistic and shows just how dangerous people can be under the influence of alcohol, and when they cannot control their actions. The RSA Certificate course fights this kind of aggression by training the sources of alcohol (bartenders, liquor stores salesmen and restaurant workers) to deal with this kind of aggression by not serving people who look like they have already had too much to drink. This means that you have to be able to look  out for signs in people that show they have been drinking too much, and when you spot some of these signs, you need to have the audacity to say ‘no’ and not serve them, otherwise they could just end up being another statistic.

    How Do I Say No? The RSA Certificate Course Teaches You How

    The RSA course online teaches you to deal with all kinds of people, and in a shorter time than any other course, while still being as efficient and straightforward as the other courses. The online course that can be completed at any time tells you how to say no to people. The basics of it are pretty simple though, you always stay calm (NEVER lose your cool), you be polite in all cases, you never try arguing with a drunk, and you stick to your position in not serving someone who has had too much to drink. Don’t let them push you around.

    RSA Certificate Course – Is The Necessity Really There?  

    Yes, the short answer is, yes. You NEED to be able to say no, for so many reasons. If you allow someone to drink too much, they could: Pass out in a dangerous location and be robbed, Overdose on alcohol and require a stomach pump, Attempt to drive home in a drunken state, Start fights with people, Cause public destruction and violence. These are only some of the reasons that you need to control how much people drink, and there are many more reasons that you might see if working in a club or bar. Remember that you are 25 times more likely to be involved in an altercation or fight, if you are within twenty meters of a liquor outlet. Either way, the safest route to take is to complete the RSA Course online, as it will allow you to serve safely and responsibly, in any situation! So get online and grab your RSA Certificate today.

     

  • The Cement Mixer

    The cement mixer is an interesting drink that not that many people have heard of, so you should give it a try at your bar! Only after completing the RSA Course though.

    Remember that interesting drinks such as these can only be made behind a bar if you have your RSA certificate so jump online and grab yours today!

     

  • Drinking Culture And Responsible Service of Alcohol

    Drinking Culture is something that has been evolving for quite some time, and the Responsible Service of Alcohol Course teaches you how to deal with this culture. This does not mean that the Responsible Service of Alcohol course is against drinking all together, but it teaches you how to deal with people who take the culture a little bit too far and could end up hurting themselves. Since the beginning of the drinking culture takeoff, it has been the recurring trend that bar tenders are the sober ones who can look after patrons who have had a little bit too much to drink, and the Responsible Service of Alcohol course continues that tradition.

    Where Did This Culture Come From?

    The drinking culture varies greatly around the world. In the Western world it has now grown to a bit of weekend fun. Drinking culture came from, social drinking without the intention to get drunk, so that people could enjoy themselves a little more and take some time off work for relaxation.

    Drinking Etiquette And Responsible Service of Alcohol

    Drinking etiquette ultimately refers to ‘how we should drink.’ But you might be interested to know where it came from. It was simply a man named William Greaves in England, who wrote ‘Greaves Rules’ for a newspaper that were based on his drinking experiences. These rules were then re-published in the Daily Telegraph and set out to start the common guidelines we follow today on such things as buying rounds of drinks, and buying each other drinks.

    The Responsible Service of Alcohol Course’s Role

    The responsible service of alcohol is crucial in today’s drinking society. It upholds safe drinking etiquette and it keeps drinking to the way that it should be in a bar or pub. Interestingly enough, the drinking etiquette by William Greaves was backed up by a ‘Kate Fox’ who wrote a similar article, instead about the need for safety in drinking as etiquette. She argued it was the most important thing for people to keep violence to a minimum when in a bar, and this is what the Responsible Service of Alcohol teaches and enforces. By teaching bar tenders to deal with people drinking too much and getting violent. It is for this reason that you should jump online and complete your Responsible Service of Alcohol course. It will allow you to serve safely at any liquor serving establishment around Australia. Oh, and if you are looking for more information on drinking culture, look here.

     

  • Using Absynthe Properly

    Absynthe is renowned as one of the strongest liqueurs that you can drink, and as such it has a ‘proper’ way that you can drink it. Check out this set of instructions on how to drink it properly. Also remember to serve it safely as the RSA Course outlines.

    29ml absinthe (any type) 29 ml  Solo
    Add the Solo to one cup and add absinthe to another. Then you need to set the absinthe on fire and wait 5 seconds before pouring it into the cup of Solo being careful. Finally, tip the absinthe cup upside down and inhale through a straw under the edge of the cup, finally, you take the shot! But this is a strong shot so be prepared to handle those who take it.

  • How To Make Jelly Shots

    Jelly Shots can be just the kind of fun that your party needs, so check out how to make them as they are a sweet alternative to making ordinary shots, and are an interesting/different idea.

    The RSA course online teaches you to serve shots like these responsibly in a bar or a restaurant, so you can have fun behind the counter and be paid for it!

     

  • When In Need of Bar Materials – RSA QLD

    Looking For Bar Materials? The RSA Course (QLD)Can Help!

    No, it is not actually in the RSA Course (QLD). The course does not teach you where to get supplies from, instead it teaches you how to serve alcohol correctly (much more important)! But the fact remains that if you have your RSA certificate and are looking for bar supplies, you need to get them from somewhere. But bar supplies are not the kind of thing that are sold at your local bunnings, they are sometimes hard to come across, especially if you are looking for unique items. This is why the internet has become so useful! Not just because it allows you to complete your RSA Course (Qld) online, but because it allows you to order things that you might not be able to find in local shops.

    Where Can I Start Looking? RSA Course QLD Teaches

    There are a number of places that you could start looking for bar items, but one of them should be ‘Host Catering Supplies’ which offers bar goods at a cheap price, as the RSA Course (QLD) teaches. The best part about this site is that they can deliver the goods that you order to your place of work so that you have even less hassle. Another site that you should take a look at is Nisbets Australia. This site is similar to the aforementioned one and delivers goods to your door, so check it out.

    What Kind of Bar Supplies Can I Get?

    There are almost endless amounts of bar supplies that can be bought for your bar or restaurant, these ranging from novelty items to much more practical ones. So you can get anything from cocktail shakers, to condiment dispensers. You can order these items in bulk too in case you are a larger bar that requires a large amount of goods to use in the bar. Even if you needed 100 bottle openers to last you a year, you could get it.

    Get Your Certificate Today – RSA Course QLD

    Your RSA course (QLD) certificate can allow you to work in any bar around Australia so get yours today and join a wider market of job searching. But don’t forget you can have a lot of fun on the job as a bar tender too!

     

  • Bar Skills Courses – Extra Info For Those Who Have Done Thier RSA Course

    Bar Skills Courses – (For Those Who have Done Their RSA course)

    Bar skills courses can be an interesting way to improve your work behind a bar, and are not something that the RSA Course can teach you. But you might be sitting there, asking yourself, why do I need to take further education to work behind a bar, I already have my RSA Certificate! Well you may already have the necessary certificate to work behind a bar, but you need much more than that to create a truly successful Bar. People don’t just appreciate a bar tender that can do fancy tricks or impress them, a lot of the time they simply prefer a bar tender that knows their stuff. A bar skills course will not only, teach you to serve in an interesting manner – it will also teach you all the different kinds of liquor that are out there for your choice.

    The Wide Variety of Liquor – The RSA Course Teachs You to Serve It Safely

    Yes, the RSA Course can teach you to serve the massive amount of liquor available in a safe manner, and can teach you to look out for patrons. But if you would like to know anything more about the different types of alcohol, then you should take a bartending skills course. More information on these kinds of courses can be found here. So by taking this course you simply expand your knowledge base as well as learning some cool skills for when you are tending behind a bar! The average patron nowadays does not simply want a common drink, so if you want to expand your job opportunities and move into a higher pay grade, then you need to expand your base of knowledge.

    What Exactly Would A Course Like This Teach Me?

    There are four main things that an alcohol skills course would teach you, these are: How to gain confidence behind a bar and serve people with more knowledge It will give you a competitive edge on other bars around your area, and essentially make you a prized bar tender. You will be able to impress people with your skills and tricks of the trade You will be able to serve competently and will reduce the chances of making any mistakes on the job.

    Grab your RSA course certificate This Week

    The RSA course allows you to work in any bar or liquor serving establishment around Australia, so before you try and complete a course in bar tending skills, you should get online and complete the RSA course as it is a necessity!

  • Getting To Know The Regulars – Keeping Patrons Happy!

    Why You Need to Keep patrons Happy

    The RSA Course will ensure you learn what you need to know to keep patrons safe. One of the most important is keeping your patrons happy as this will mean that there are less fights, and there is a more controlled atmosphere. Angry patrons are more likely to destroy things, to attack people and to ultimately lead to problems. If you are able to keep customers happy, you will have a better time, and will have a more successful bar/restaurant. So get to know your customers and make them feel more satisfied.

     

    Getting to Know Your Patrons

    It is a time old tradition that the bar keep be the one who will listen to all you’re woes and troubles, and they do that for a reason – because it makes them friends and keeps customers satisfied. If you do this, and you speak to customers regularly then you will eventually get to know peoples hot spots, and what to avoid speaking about or doing. But you will also learn what makes most of your customers happy, for instance, if a lot of your customers love karaoke, then it might be time to dedicate a night to it. This will also attract new customers to the bar, and so long as you serve them according to the responsible service of alcohol rules, you will have a safe and popular bar!