The Cocktail Academy 006: The Art of Batching Cocktails: Tips, Techniques, and Recipes for Effortless Entertaining
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Cocktail Academy, Damian explores the art of batching cocktails, a perfect technique for summer barbecues, parties, and gatherings. Damian delves into the history, benefits, and practical tips for batching cocktails, ensuring you can enjoy your event without being tied to the bar. Featuring the classic Bramble cocktail, this episode provides a step-by-step guide on how to batch cocktails efficiently, from choosing the right recipes to scaling, diluting, and garnishing for a flawless presentation.
· Omission: when adding the dilution and you have calculated the % of water to add, make sure you multiply that by whatever factor you are using. We used 14 in the worked example in the episode….. sorry I forgot to mention that.
Highlights:
- Introduction to Batching Cocktails: Understanding the concept and historical roots of batching.
- Featured Cocktail - The Bramble: Recipe and tips for making this classic gin-based cocktail.
- Benefits of Batching Cocktails: Time-saving, consistency, waste reduction, and enhanced hospitality.
- Techniques and Tips for Successful Batching: Choosing suitable cocktails, scaling recipes, managing citrus, and adding dilution.
- Advanced Batching Tips: Handling bitters, adjusting sweetness, creative garnishing, and recommended resources for further reading.
- Join the Batching Movement: Share your batching experiences on social media and connect with us for more tips and recipes.
Key Takeaways:
- Time-Saving and Convenience: Batching cocktails allows you to prepare in advance and enjoy your party.
- Consistency and Quality: Ensure every cocktail tastes perfect with precise measurements and techniques.
- Creative Presentation: Enhance your batch cocktails with beautiful garnishes and thoughtful presentation.
Resources Mentioned:
- Superjuice expert, Kevin Kos: https://www.kevinkos.com
- Recommended Book: "Batched and Bottled: Cocktails to Make Ahead" by Max and Noel Venning.
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