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The Cocktail College Podcast: The East India Cocktail

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First documented in the late 1800’s, the East India Cocktail combines Cognac , curaao, fruit syrup, bitters , and Maraschino liqueur. The drink has been tweaked, misattributed, and misunderstood for over a century, with the fruit syrup presenting one of biggest lingering question marks. What should said fruit be?

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The Acid Test: What’s the Best Version of Lime Juice for Cocktails?

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Today, we’re in an era where molecular mixology is at a fever pitch, and more bartenders than ever are designing menus with sustainability in mind. The rest of the ingredients were filtered water, cane sugar, citric acid, natural orange bitters flavor, stevia leaf extract, and beta carotene, the pigment that makes carrots orange.

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Master Mixology: Advanced Techniques & Pro Secrets for Bartender Mastery

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Advanced mixology is not a fleeting trend; it's the cornerstone for those seeking to transcend the ordinary and create unforgettable experiences. This article delves into the realm of advanced techniques and pro secrets, providing a comprehensive roadmap for bartenders aiming to achieve mastery. aromatic herb foams), gels (e.g.,

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At Modern Cocktail Bars, It’s Every Drink, Everywhere, All at Once. Is That Such a Bad Thing?

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Castro agrees that the winning formula for new bars may no longer be the largest collection of mezcal in the city or the most advanced molecular mixology techniques. They were all in on pre-Prohibition, Jerry Thomas-style cocktails; or they were only about mezcal; or they had drunk the bitter amaro Kool-Aid.

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