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Aromatic, floral and dry. Modern bartending convention would suggest that this drink should be stirred. However, it's much better shaken. Go easy with...
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Gary Hollis’ Avatar Gary Hollis
28th July 2024 at 08:19
Made this to celebrate the opening of the Paris Olympics using Tanqueray No 10, Chase elderflower, sauvignon blanc and Cocchi dry vermouth. A beautiful, strong but flavourful cocktail, one of the best drinks you have created, Simon. But one question - why is it shaken?
Can I also take this opportunity, Simon, to thank you for all your knowledge and expertise over the years. It was your "Sauce Guide #2", that first showed me a clear and approachable way to make cocktails. Keep up the good work!
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Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
28th July 2024 at 11:08
Many thanks, Garry. As I say in the review above, it's better shaken. Stirring all cocktails that don't contain juice is a recent bartending law and one that's sometimes best broken.
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