Posts by Dave Stolte
WEST INDIES PUNCH
THE BASICSTHE NOT-SO-BASICSSHOP BUILD & STIR This method assembles the finished drink right in the glass. Dilution in built drinks evolves, becoming a journey: the first boozy sip gradually softens to a whisper as you enjoy it. 1 Prepare the garnish and set it aside. 2 If the recipe calls for expressed citrus oil, squeeze…
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THE BASICSTHE NOT-SO-BASICSSHOP DUMP “Dumping” a drink is almost the same as shaking, but skips the final step of straining out the ice. This method of preparation typically uses pebble or cracked ice. 1 Prepare the garnish and set it aside. 2 Measure all ingredients into the smaller “cheater” tin. 3 Add ice to the…
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THE BASICSTHE NOT-SO-BASICSSHOP DUMP “Dumping” a drink is almost the same as shaking, but skips the final step of straining out the ice. This method of preparation typically uses pebble or cracked ice. 1 Prepare the garnish and set it aside. 2 Measure all ingredients into the smaller “cheater” tin. 3 Add ice to the…
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