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<h3>How To Mix The Perfect Cocktail</h3>
 
While making a cocktail isn\'t \"rocket science,\" 
one must follow some basic principles to be 
successful. The keys to successful \"mixology\"are 
precision, quality, and attention to detail. 
First and foremost, it is essential to use 
premium ingredients, especially the liquors. 
 
And every ingredient is important when trying to 
make the perfect mixed drink. Ice, for example is 
an important ingredient. Use freshly frozen ice, 
as it won\'t have \"freezer burn\" that can spoil 
the flavor of a mixed drink. If you are going to 
mix a drink that requires a blender, start with 
crushed ice. For drinks that call for ice cubes, 
make sure they are small and firm. Ice cubes must 
melt slowly or they will spoil the flavor of the 
drink by diluting it too quickly. Most of your 
fruity, tropical drinks taste much better with 
crushed ice. 
 
When actually mixing the cocktail, there are 
several key tips to keep in mind. Make sure to 
mix the ingredients thoroughly. Depending on the 
ingredients in your drink, it may be more 
effective to shake or stir the drink. A \"Black 
Russian,\"for example, must be stirred completely 
because of the heavy cream and thick Kahlua. A 
gin and tonic doesn\'t require as thorough of a 
mixing because it is much lighter. 
Make sure that after blending or shaking a drink, 
you remove the contents immediately into the 
appropriate glass. Leaving the mixture in the 
blender or shaker too long will dilute the drink 
and rob it of it\'s flavor. 
 
Should your drink call for a carbonated mixer, 
such as Champagne or club soda, it is essential 
to add them last. Whatever you do, don\'t shake a 
drink with carbonation. A light stirring to mix 
the ingredients is your best bet. 
 
Your garnishes made from fruit should be fresh 
fruit whenever possible. Likewise the juices you 
use in your cocktails. It\'s very important that 
you follow each drink recipe exactly, and make 
your measurements accurate. \"Guesswork\" has 
spoiled many a mixed drink!! Please don\'t add 
extra alcohol to a mixed drink,(no matter how 
tempted you might be), as it often spoils the 
flavor 
 
Finally, keep proper glassware behind your home 
bar. While glassware won\'t affect the taste of 
your mixed drinks, your guests will always 
perceive your drinks as being acceptable when 
served in appropriate glassware. 
 
Hopefully these tips will help you create a mixed 
drink that will draw rave reviews from your 
guests. Remember, don\'t \"cut corners\",take your 
time, purchase premium ingredients, and you\'ll be 
well on your way to mixing the perfect cocktail! 
 
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