Hawthorne, Julep or fine-mesh strainer: which one should you use for each cocktail?
Hawthorne, Julep and fine-mesh strainers solve different problems. Learn how to choose by technique, ice, debris and the texture you want.
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Equipment, organization, glassware, ice, storage and planning for hosting guests.
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How to prepare batch drinks for a party: calculate the dilution and know what to mix before or just before serving
Learn how to transform an individual recipe into a balanced batch, measure the water incorporated by the ice and separate what can be pre-mixed from what needs to be put into servi...
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Clear ice at home: boiled, filtered water or directional freezing - what really works?
Boiled or filtered water can change gases and impurities, but does not control how it freezes. Understand why directional freezing is the most reproducible method.
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