Method · 01
Shaking
Aerate, chill and dilute in one motion. Shake whenever the drink carries citrus, dairy or egg.
4 minBeginner
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Method · 02
Stirring
Silky texture for spirit-forward drinks. Chill without aerating, keep the drink crystal clear.
4 minBeginner
Method · 03
Building
Assemble directly in the serving glass. Layer for balance, top last, garnish with intent.
3 minBeginner
Method · 04
Straining
The gate between shaker and glass. Choose Hawthorne, Julep or fine mesh by the drink you serve.
3 minIntermediate
Concept · 05
Ice & Dilution
The silent ingredient. Big cubes for slow, crushed for cold and quick, wet ice for a watery mistake.
5 minIntermediate
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Challenge · 5 questions
Techniques Quiz
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01Which drink family should always be shaken, not stirred?
02What is the target dilution and texture for a stirred cocktail?
03When building a highball directly in the glass, when do you add the sparkling top?
04You've shaken a cocktail with fresh mint. Which strainer setup do you use?
05Why is dry ice from the ice well better than 'wet' bag ice for shaking?
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