Whenever possible, use only
fresh fruit.
Wash the
peel before using. Fruit can be cut in
wedges or in
slices. If slices are used, they should be cut about one quarter inch thick and
slit toward the center to fix the slice on the
rim of the
glass. Make sure your
garnishes are fresh and cold as well.
When mixing drinks containing
fruit juices, always pour the
liquor last.
Squeeze and
strain fruit juice before using them to ensure
freshness and good
taste. Avoid
artificial and [concentrated substitutes.
When
recipes call for a twist of
lemon peel, rub a narrow
strip of peel around the rim of the glass to
deposit the
oil on it. Then twist the peel so that the oil will drop into the drink (one drop is
sufficient). Then drop the peel into the glass. The
lemon oil gives added
character to the
cocktail, which many folks prefer.
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