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Cocktails:15 delicious and colorful recipe ideas for the perfect aperitif!

Start making cocktails is always a good idea. These drinks , whether with or without alcohol , are indeed perfect for launching the festivities and relaxing the guests with delicacy, even more so in this time of a pandemic. So this time let your barwoman skills express themselves and concoct drinks much more festive and sparkling than usual.

Tips:the golden rules for making a good cocktail for sure

Contrary to popular belief make a cocktail is not so simple, mixology is an art. To each discipline its rules and precisely on the Web the French company"L'Atelier du Cocktail" shares some tips for making a good cocktail . First, it's important to think about the taste and texture you want to achieve. Thus, in the realization method we will use a pestle to express the aromas, juice the lemons; the shaker will allow him to obtain the ideal texture while refreshing and mixing the preparation. Finally if we opt for the blender our cocktail will certainly be more airy, frothy and granita.

Another important step, the choice of ingredients . Each alcohol (spirits, liqueurs, vermouths, bitters) is different in terms of taste, appearance, nose, so you have to choose it according to your preferences and budget. Likewise, always prefer seasonal fruits, fresh aromatic herbs and spices, but also homemade fruit juices, with a good balance of flavors (sweet, tangy, bitter, spicy, soft, dry) your cocktail will only be better! Finally, the icing on the drink:ice cream . This is essential for guaranteed freshness and proper dilution.

Warning, alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.

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