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In this chapter, we explore essential mixology skills necessary for creating a variety of cocktails. Learn how to measure alcohol accurately, set up a bar for efficiency, and apply drink-mixing techniques like stirring and shaking. We'll also delve into the importance of selecting the right glassware for different drinks and mastering garnishing techniques to elevate your cocktails. Whether it’s making a Margarita or a Kamikaze, understanding the basic components of popular drinks is key to becoming a skilled mixologist.
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Chapter 16 Mixology
Chapter Objectives Demonstrate how to properly measure alcohol for drink creation and replication. Explain the bar set-up for easy drink creation. Apply drink-mixing techniques. Discuss why different drinks call for different glasses and select the proper glass for the proper drink. Explain and be able to apply techniques for garnishing drinks. Discuss the basic components of commonly ordered drinks.
Measuring Alcohol for Drink Creation Use a jigger Free pour Measured shot glass
Proper Bar Set Up On the speed rack, from left to right: Bourbon, Scotch, Gin, Vodka, Rum, Tequila, and Triple Sec
Drink Mixing Techniques Stirring Shaking Blending Layering Up and On the Rocks
Garnishing Drinks Twist Flaming Floating Fruit garnishes Vegetable garnishes
Source: U.S. Department of Labor (June 2001) Both of these cocktails are based on the spirit triple sec and lime juice. An additional spirit is added to complete the drink. Margarita adds tequila Kamikaze adds vodka Basic Drink Components: Margarita, Kamikaze
Source: U.S. Department of Labor (June 2001) Long Island Iced Tea Tom Collins Martini (gin and/or vodka) Bloody Mary Cosmopolitan Screwdriver Highball Old Fashioned Basic Drink Components