Cocktails
Build for balance. Measure for clarity.
A cocktail is a deliberate combination of spirit, modifiers, dilution, and temperature. Great technique respects flavor and the real strength of the finished drink.
Core technique
Measure
Use a jigger; free-pouring makes it difficult to track alcohol and repeat a recipe.
Shake
Shake citrus, juice, egg-free foams, and other ingredients that benefit from aeration and chill.
Stir
Stir spirit-forward drinks with ice for controlled chilling and dilution.
Taste
Taste a non-alcoholic version or a tiny sample before serving; adjust balance, not potency.
Serve
Choose a glass that supports the drink’s temperature and volume, then offer water and food alongside.