Dilution

Ice & Temperature

The water added to a cocktail from melting ice during shaking, stirring, or serving. Typically 20-25% of final volume. Far from being a flaw, proper dilution is essential — it opens up flavors and brings the drink into balance.

Referenziert in

Guide The Old Fashioned: Original Cocktail Guide The Golden Age of Cocktails: 1860-1920 Guide The Craft Cocktail Revival: 1990-2010 Guide The Rise of Japanese Cocktail Culture Guide The Future of Cocktails: Trends & Predictions Guide The Science of Dilution Guide Syrups: Simple, Rich, Demerara & Beyond Guide Vermouth: More Than a Modifier Guide Tea in Cocktails: Hot & Cold Guide Autumn Cocktails: Apple, Spice & Everything Nice Guide Quick Cocktails: 5 Minutes or Less Guide Vermouth: The Essential Modifier Guide Ice: The Most Important Ingredient

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