| TonicLemon and lime-flavored quinine water. One of the more popular mixers
today. |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed………..Gin Tonic ,
Vodka Tonic
Shooter………..Mind Eraser |
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Lemons & Limes
Two very popular
garnishes that add appeal and flavor to almost any cocktail. Limes are usually cut into
wedges while lemons are cut into slices or twists.
Cutting
Direction
Limes:
1) cut in half(Lengthwise)
2) cut the halves into thirds
Lemons:
1) cut in half (width wise)
2) cut halves into slices
Twist: Take
lemon slice, remove fruit and white pith from the peel. (pith bitter |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed …… Daiquiri Long
Island Ice Tea
Shooter………Tequila Shooter
Lemon Drop |
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Cream
Depending on the
bartender and / or the crowd. Can mean heavy cream. Half and half, whole milk, or low-fat
milk. Using heavy cream will yield a very creamy, heavy and filling cocktail while low-fat
milk will produce a very light less filling drink with a hint of dairy. We recommend
choosing something in between. |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed…….
Brandy Alexander
mudslide Shooter…….Orgasm |
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Club soda (soda water)
Club soda is simply carbonated water. |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed……
Scotch and Soda
Gin Fizz |
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Grenadine
A sweet red
syrup mixer for drinks that is made from pomegranate juice. This strong flavored and
colored mixer usually only requires one or two dashes. |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed……
Mai Tai Tequila Su
Tequila Sunrise |
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Bitters
A very effective
secondary mixer that is used in small quantities to smooth out the taste of harsh and
biter liquors. Some bitter, are known to settle and upset stomach. The more popular
bitters are Angostura Bitters, Abbot's and Orange Bitters. |
Most commonly
used in:
Mixed…. Old
Fashion Rob Roy |
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Sour Mix
A combination of
lemon juice, lime juice and sugar. A bar will use this mix to save time and money but you
can easily make the real thing at home |
Most commonly used in:
Mixed
……. Gin Fizz Margarita
Whiskey Sour |
