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The origin of cocktail drinks can be traced back to the nineteenth century. This means the drink is quite young when compared to such staples as beer for example. At first a cocktail was one or more liquors with added flavoring to mask the harsh and unrefined taste of the liquor. Today, it's a creative process where some people view bartending as an art.

There is some controversy as to the true origins of the term .Here are some popular beliefs:

A bar in New York ran out of stirrers and resorted to using a cock's tail feathers to mix the drinks.It grew into a custom to put a feather from a cock's tail in an alcoholic beverage as a sign that the drink contained booze.

Originally cocktails were a morning beverage. Cocktail was a metaphor for the rooster heralding the morning light.

Cocktails were thought to be named after a mixed breed horse also known as a cock-tail. The drink was mixed just like the breed of horse, thus inheriting its name.

As you can see, there is no shortage of tales as to how this term originated. While no one can say for certain which of the stories is true, it's certainly an intriguing list of stories. Perhaps the next time you're enjoying a night on the town, you'll have a few new tales of your own to tell.

So from where did the name “Cocktail” originate?“cocktail”

Till then, hope you enjoy making your own cocktails!

The Origin Of Cocktails

IndexHome Bar EssentialsTypes of Cocktail Glasses

Introduction Absolut Cocktails - Absolut Vodka Martini, Absolut Mandrinoska

IntroductionBallantine’s Cocktails - Ballantine’s Manhattan, Ballantine’s Whiskey Sour

Introduction Beefeater Cocktails - Beefeater Collins, Watermelon & Basil Martini

Introduction Jameson Cocktails - Cocktail - J, Irish Blossom

IntroductionHavana Club Cocktails -

Havana Mojito, Daiquiri

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Home Bar Essentials

ShakerThe Boston shaker (with pint glass) is the shaker of choice for professional bartenders. A standard cocktail shaker works just as well for your home bar, plus, it looks stylish.

Jigger or Measuring GlassesProperly measuring the ingredients for your cocktails ensures a balanced taste. Most jiggers have a 30ml measure on one side and a 60ml measure on the other.

Hawthorne StrainerYou'll typically use a Hawthorne strainer with a Boston shaker. It keeps ice in the shaker while allowing fruit pulp to pass through.

Bar SpoonFor layering or stirring. It's also handy for pulling cherries and olives from jars.

MuddlerFor mashing fruit or mint leaves into the bottom of a glass.

Ice BucketBartending requires mountains of ice, no matter how small the party. The right bucket keeps ice from melting and is especially handy if you're bartending outside.

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Types Of Glasses

Highball Glass - aka Collins Glass or Slim JimUsed For: Bloody Mary, Harvey Wallbanger.

Lowball Glass - aka Old Fashioned Glass

Used For: Cocktails with a high proportion of mixer to alcohol; Whiskey based cocktails.

Margarita Glass

Used For: Daiquiris, Margaritas, other rum based cocktails when in doubt!

Martini Glass - aka Cocktail Glass

Used For: Martinis, Daiquiris other cocktails when in doubt!

Shot Glass

Used For: Shooters, designed to be hit back and swallowed in a single gulp.

Hurricane Glass - Alternative to a High Ball Glass

Used For: Tropical Cocktails, but it really can be used for any long drink. 5

Best with: Anything!

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In an Absolut world, nothing is black or white. It is young, contemporary, fun, energetic, and vibrant – all in all thinking outside the bottle…oops box!

Absolut is superior vodka with a distinct character of grain was made using a revolutionary distilling method called continuous distillation. To ensure consistently high quality, every drop of Absolut is produced in “One Source”. For Absolut, One Source is Åhus in southern Sweden.

Absolut is known for its groundbreaking advertising campaign that pays tribute to contemporary culture.

Hundreds of artists, fashion designers, photographers and musicians including legendary artist Andy Warhol contributed their talents to the Absolut campaign.

Brand Facts:

ABSOLUT VODKA MARTINI

ABSOLUT mandrinoska

Ingredients50ml Absolut Vodka10ml Dry Vermouth

Method: Stirred Add all the ingredients in a mixing tin, stir well and strain in a well chilled martini glass without ice .

Glassware:

Garnish:

Martini Glass

3 Olives

Ingredients45ml Absolut Vodka4 Lemon Wedges

Method: MuddledIn an old fashioned muddled lemon wedges with castor sugar fill the glass with crushed ice and float 45ml of Absolut on top, Stir it well.

Glassware:

Garnish:

Old Fashioned Glass

3 Lemon Slices

2 Bar Spoon Of Castor Sugar

Can also be made with pulpy fresh fruits like kiwis, watermelons, etc

Can be made into many variations using fruit liquers.

( This is a variation of the classic “Caipiroska” )

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One of the world's finest Scotch whiskies, the Ballantine's blend contains malts from the 4 corners of Scotland – Speyside, Highlands, Islay and the Lowlands. The elegant signature style of Ballantine's is balanced, soft and sweet, due to the key malts of Glenburgie and Miltonduff. The makers of Ballantine's were the first to recognise that maturation in hand-crafted Bourbon casks gives whisky its special quality and character.

Ballantine's Finest has often been described as “a major work of art”. Experts define the blend as “a playful balance and counterbalance between grains, lighter malts and a gentle smokiness”.This has lead to Ballantine's whiskies winning many prestigious international awards and it Leaves an Impression on all who enjoy it.

Ballantine's Latin motto is Amicus Humani Generis which is best translated as 'A Friend to Everyman', 'A Friend to Mankind' or ‘A Friend To All', encompassing the best of Scottish traditions and mindset.

Brand Facts:

Manhattan

Whiskey Sour

INGREDIENTS:50ml Ballantine’s Whiskey10ml Sweet Vermouth

METHOD: STIRREDPour all the ingredients over ice in glass, strain into an old fashioned glass and serve.

GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

Cocktail Glass

3 Lemon Slices / Cherry

INGREDIENTS:45ml Ballantine’s 40ml Lime Juice

Whiskey

METHOD: SHAKENFill ¾ shaker with ice add all the ingredients, shake it well and strain it over ice in an old fashioned glass.

GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

Old Fashioned Glass

3 Lemon Slices

20ml Sugar Syrup

1 Dash Bitters (Optional)

Bitters can be substituted for a twist of lime. Hold the lime twist in a lighted match over the drink and then drop it in. The heat really zips up the lime flavor.

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Best with: Tonic and a Dash of Lime!

Beefeater London Dry Gin is the world's leading brand of premium imported gin, made today with the same secret recipe that dates back to 1820. The only premium London Dry Gin still made in London, Beefeater's difference is defined by its complex recipe using high-quality, exotic botanicals from throughout the world, a skilful distilling process and the quality and consistency of production that determines Beefeater's unique, exceptional taste.

Beefeater takes its name from the Yeoman Warder, known as “Beefeaters” who have guarded the Tower of London for over 500 years. The image from the Yeoman Guard still adorns every bottle.

Brand Facts:

BEEFEATER COLLINS

WATERMELON & BASIL MARTINI

INGREDIENTS:60ml Beefeater Gin20ml Sugar Syrup

METHOD: STIRREDPour the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup into a highball glass and stir well. Fill glass with ice and top with the soda.

GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

Collins

Lemon Slice

INGREDIENTS:45ml Beefeater Gin20ml Sugar Syrup

METHOD: SHAKENIn a Boston glass keep muddled fresh watermelon, with basil leaves add lime juice, sugar syrup and gin. Shake them all with ice and pour it in a pre-chilled martini glass.

GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

Martini Glass

1 Watermelon Slice

40ml Lime Juice2/3 Fresh Basil Leaves

45ml Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice45ml Soda

Try using different seasonal fruits in this recipe to give it your own twist. Any soft fruit will work well.

4-5 Pieces Of Fresh Watermelon

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The Jameson distillery was founded in Dublin in 1780 and by 1800 had become the world's most popular whiskey. Jameson is made only with malted and unmalted (“green”) barley. The unmalted barley imparts the traditional Irish characteristics, and the “pure potstill” character, unique to Irish whiskeys, emparts a smooth richness not found in other spirits. Jameson is triple-distilled, and seasoned in oak casks, a mix of sherry and bourbon casks depending on the specific bottling. The family motto “sine metu,” Latin for “without fear” is printed on every label.

Jameson Irish Whiskey remains one of the fastest growing whiskeys over 220 years after it was first distilled winning many awards. To this day, John Jameson's standards, principles and passions continue to live on in the fine, smooth whiskey that still bears his name.

Around 1.5 Mn glasses of Jameson are enjoyed around the world every day. That's about 20 glasses every second.Every day the equivalent of 6000 bottles of Jameson evaporates through the casks at the Jameson Distillery – this is know as “the angels share”.

Brand Facts:

INGREDIENTS:50ml Jameson Whiskey40ml Water

METHOD: STIRREDMuddle three mint sprigs with water and sugar syrup in a highball glass or julep cup. Fill the glass with crushed ice. Add Jameson and stir.GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

High Ball

Fresh Berries & Mint

50ml Jameson Whiskey90ml Orange Juice

Collins Glass

Orange / Lime Slice

90ml Cranberry Juice

20ml Sugar Syrup4 Sprigs Mint

COCKTAIL - J

IRISH BLOSSOM

METHOD: STIRREDPour Jameson, cranberry juice and orange juice in a high ball glass filled with ice. Stir well.

GLASSWARE:

INGREDIENTS:

GARNISH:

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Best with: Cola!614

Cuba has become known as the "Isle of Rum" and is home to Havana Club Rum. The lush fertile land, the world famous sugarcane & the climate of Cuba, play accomplice to create this distinct blend of rum.

Today Havana Club, the leading Cuban rum in Cuba and in the world, continues to embody the heritage and supremacy of the Cuban rum-making tradition. Relying on the unique know-how of its Maestros Roneros, Havana Club has kept alive the art of añejamiento : the art of distilling, ageing and blending premium rums. The name "Havana Club" captures Cuba's rum-making heritage and the unique atmosphere of Havana, the country's capital. Havana Club is closely entwined with Cuban culture, and Cubans take pride in what has become a true national icon.

Distilled to perfection by Rum master Don Jose Navarro, Havana Club retains the unique, vivacious & undying spirit of Cuba.

Every two years, Havana Club organizes an International Cocktail Grand Prix in Havana. This is one of the most anticipated competition amongst bartenders globally.

Brand Facts:

30ml Soda-------------------

Others

Can be made into many variations using fruit.

Havana Mojito

Daiquiri

INGREDIENTS:45ml Havana Club Rum15ml Sugar Syrup

METHOD: MuddledIn a Collins take 8/10 mint leaves, muddle it with 4 lemon wedges, add 15ml sugar syrup, fill the glass with crushed ice, add Havana Club and top it up with a splash of soda. GLASSWARE:

GARNISH:

Collins

A Mint Sprig

INGREDIENTS:60ml Havana Club Rum45ml Lime Juice

METHOD: ShakenFill ¾ shaker with ice add all the ingredients, shake it well and strain it over ice in a martini glass.

GLASSWARE: Martini Glass

1 Bar Spoon Of Castor Sugar

4 Lemon Wedges8/10 Mint Leaves

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Always put ice in the glass or shaker before pouring ingredients. That way, the liquids are chilled as they are poured over ice.

Serve cocktails icy cold! Pre-chill glasses in the refrigerator or let them sit in shaved icebefore using. It makes drinks tastier!

When the recipe calls for a twist of lemon peel, rub a narrow strip of peel around the im of the glass. Then twist the peel so that one small drop will go into the drink.Then drop the peel.

When the drink consists of clear liquids, STIR! If the drink has a carbonated drink (soda,ginger ale), stir gently to preserve the bubbly! SHAKE drinks that contain fruit juices,sugar, eggs, cream or other ingredients difficult to mix.Really SHAKE - don't just rock!

A clean piece of wax paper rubbed on the rim of a bottle will prevent dripping when you pour!

For a "sugar-frosted" glass, moisten the rim of a pre-chilled glass with lemon or lime and then dip into powdered sugar (before alcohol is poured). The same can be donefor salt rimmed glasses.

Tips

Tips & Techniques

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Tips & Techniques

Building - Pour one on top of the other, allowing them to mix. Most highball drinks are made this way. Blending/Making Frozen Drinks - Add the ingredients with ice into a blender and blend until smooth. This takes practice to get right. Too much ice and the drink seems weak, too little and it seems runny. Usually, the liquids should fill about 1/2 to 2/3 of the way up the ice.

Shaking - Fill the shaker with ice, then add the ingredients. Shake and then pour into a glass. Typically drinks that are shaken are also strained.

Stirring - Fill a large glass (typically a pint glass) with ice, add the ingredients, stir with abar spoon, and pour or strain into the final glass.

Layering - This takes practice to do properly. By gently placing one liqueur on top of another you can create a layered effect where the liqueurs don't mix. To do this, you can tilt the glass and slowly pour one liquor on top of another, or you can pour over the back of a spoon as well. If you pour sloppily you can just set it refrigerator. The layers will separate themselves.

Techniques

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Make Your Own Cocktail

Base :

Name your Cocktail : _______________________________________________________________

Mixture :

Ingredients :

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Juice

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Soda

Cherry Lime Olives Mint

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Liqueur (If Any) : ____________________________________________________________________

Garnish :

Soft Drink Lime Juice

Method :

Sugar Syrup

Glass Type : -------------------

Others

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