What is a double at a bar?

#6 Double. A drink ordered as a “Double” means that it has double the amount of alcohol in the drink, but the same amount of other ingredients. Generally a single drink contains about 1.5 ounces of alcohol, so a double will equal 3 ounces. These tend to be very strong drinks and heavily taste of alcohol.
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Is a double 2 shots?

How Much Liquor Is in a Double? The standard pour for a double is 3 ounces, which is two standard 1.5-ounce liquor pours.
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How do you ask for a double at a bar?

Saying, "hook me up! make it strong, make it good, more Jack than Coke, don't be shy, etc." - If you want more alcohol, order a double. If the bartender is pouring liquor in drink, don't say, "more, more, more! fill it up all the way" - Don't come up with any phrase asking the bartender to pour more alcohol.
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What does it mean to order a double?

In order to order a “Double” you must order a drink that has double the amount of alcohol, but the same ingredients as a single. Drinks normally contain one gram of sugar per serving. A double is equal to 3 ounces of alcohol. Alcohol is a strong flavor in these drinks and they tend to be very strong.
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What is a double shot of liquor?

A double shot in the U.S. may be 2 fluid ounces or more. However in most of the U.S. 1.5 US fl oz is the standard, with 1.5 US fl oz of 40% A.B.V spirit having the equivalent alcohol of 12 US fl oz of 5% beer, and 5 US fl oz of 12% wine.
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Measures, Bar Lines, and the Double Bar



What is a tall drink at a bar?

a beverage consisting of liquor and a sparkling soda, fruit juice, or the like, to which may be added other ingredients, served in a tall glass, usually with ice.
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What does bruising mean in bartending?

So what is “bruising” (the gin, or vodka or rum…)? Bruising simply refers to diluting the liquor with the melted ice (water) thus making the drink weaker. Those who prefer their cocktails shaken like this because it makes for a more smooth drink.
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What should a beginner order at a bar?

Best Drinks To Order At A Bar
  1. Cosmopolitan.
  2. Moscow Mule.
  3. Old Fashioned.
  4. Whiskey Sour.
  5. Sidecar.
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How do you order a double?

Order it "straight up" and the liquor will come at whatever temperature is customary, with no ice. To get two shots of alcohol in your drink, as opposed to the standard one shot pour, ask the bartender to "make it a double."
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What is the best drink for a girl to order at a bar?

12 classy cocktails for a girls' night
  • Pina colada. Get the girls in the groove, island-style. ...
  • Vodka spritz. For some real bestie bonding serve this vodka spritz with the zesty undertones of lemon and lime.
  • Vodka and watermelon punch. ...
  • Peachy keen. ...
  • Moscow mule. ...
  • Espresso martini. ...
  • Negroni. ...
  • Vodka lime and soda.
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Why would a bartender give you a free drink?

One generally receives a free drink from the bartender either during happy hour, or when the establishment deems you've been a good enough customer to earn a buy back. The buy back usually occurs if you tip really well on the first few rounds of drinks.
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Why do you tap your glass on the bar?

When someone taps their shot glass on the bar, it is to show respect to the bar or tavern that you are in as well as the employees of the establishment, especially the bartender. It is said that clinking glasses is to toast one another, but tapping the bar is to toast the house.
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How do you order whiskey at a bar?

How to order the whiskey?
  1. Neat – If you love to enjoy the aroma and flavor of your whiskey, then go choose neat. ...
  2. On the Rocks – This simply means that whiskey will be served with ice.
  3. Whiskey with Water – This is just it – whiskey with water.
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Is a shot glass a single or double?

The USA defines shots in US fl oz with a small shot measuring 1floz (30ml), a single 1.5floz (44ml), and a double 2.5floz (74ml).
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What is a triple shot alcohol?

1 part Three Olives® Triple Shot Espresso Vodka. 1 part hazelnut liqueur. 1 part half & half.
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What should you not order at a bar?

Bartenders reveal the drinks you should never order at a bar
  • A Long Island iced tea. A Long Island Iced Tea. ...
  • A mojito. A mojito. ...
  • A margarita. A margarita. ...
  • A strawberry daiquiri. A strawberry daiquiri. ...
  • A "surprise" ...
  • A Guinness... if you order it last. ...
  • A Manhattan.
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How do you ask a girl out for a drink?

When you decide to ask a girl out for a drink, give her a TDL (meaning time, date, and location). Remember our “we should hang out sometime” example? That's way too vague. Instead, let her know exactly when you want to take her out, and where.
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How do you ask for a well drink?

How To Order Well Drinks. When you walk up to the bar and ask for something like “a rum and Coke” or “rye and seven,” you've got yourself a well drink. Simply calling out for a drink without naming a specific brand of alcohol will typically yield you a well drink. On the flip side of that coin is a call drink.
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What does it mean when you order a drink dirty?

The term 'dirty' means that olive brine, usually from a jar of cocktail olives, has been added to the drink. An olive garnish is typically assumed, too. Most bars add equal parts vermouth and brine, though you can specify 'extra dirty' or 'filthy' if you prefer more brine.
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What do 21 year olds drink?

21 Drinks You Should Try When You Turn 21
  • Scorpion Bowl. ...
  • Vodka Cranberry. ...
  • Margarita. ...
  • Rum and Coke. ...
  • Rum Bucket. ...
  • Long Island Iced Tea. ...
  • Draft or Local Beer. ...
  • Guinness.
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What is the strongest drink at a bar?

10 Of The Strongest Alcoholic Drinks From Around The World
  • Bacardi 151 (75.5% Alcohol) ...
  • Sunset Rum (84.5% Alcohol) ...
  • Balkan 176 Vodka (88% Alcohol) ...
  • Pincer Shanghai Strength (88.88% Alcohol) ...
  • Hapsburg Gold Label Premium Reserve Absinthe (89.9% Alcohol) ...
  • Good ol' Sailor Vodka (85% Alcohol) ...
  • Devil Springs Vodka (80% Alcohol)
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What does 86 mean in bartending?

86 is a commonly used term in restaurants that indicates an item is out of stock or no longer available to be served to guests.
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What does water back mean in bartending?

A shot of whisky, tequila, or vodka, when served neat in a shot glass, is often accompanied by a "chaser" (a mild drink consumed after a shot of hard liquor) or a "water back" (a separate glass of water). These terms commingle as well; it is common in many locales to hear a "beer back" ordered as the chaser to a shot.
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What is difference between neat and straight up?

For a drink made without ice or mixer, you'd order it “neat,” and it would be served to you in an Old Fashioned cocktail glass. So, you might say, “I'd like a bourbon, neat.” To order a martini “up” or “straight up,” means you'd like it chilled. A cocktail that is poured over ice is “on the rocks.”
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