Techniques: Highbrow Hacks for Lowbrow Drinks

06/30/22 • 72 min

In this techniques episode, friend of the show Jack Schramm returns with a host of hacks to bring simple cocktails up to high-class bartender standards. Listen on to learn everything you need to know about carbonation, acid adjusting, liquor temperature, and a cheeky little technique known as "the sink" — and don’t forget to subscribe!

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The White Lady

Today’s is an intriguing tale involving a daisy, a 1920s American socialite (reputedly), two Harrys, and one Hardy (for good measure). The cocktail is the White Lady, and leading us on our exploration is VinePair’s very own Emily Arseneau. Listen on or read below to discover Arseneau’s White Lady recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe!

Emily Arseneau’s White Lady Recipe

Ingredients

1⁄2 bar spoon simple syrup

1 ounce fresh lemon juice

1 ounce Cointreau

2 ounces London Dry Gin, such as Beefeater or Tanqueray

Garnish: lemon disc (optional)

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake until cold and strain into a chilled Coupe glass.

3. Garnish with and optional lemon disc or express and discard.

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The Scofflaw

Exploring the history of the Scofflaw cocktail not only leads to a deep dive on ingredients such as grenadine, but also delves into the unexpected origins of the word. Sharing this wonderful tale with us today is Kansas City’s Jill Cockson, owner of Drastic Measures, Swordfish Tom’s, Chartreuse Saloon, and Anna’s Place (Omaha). Listen on or read below to discover Cockson’s Scofflaw recipe — and don’t forget to subscribe!

Jill Cockson’s Scofflaw Recipe

Ingredients

2 ounces rye whiskey, such as Rittenhouse

3⁄4 ounce fresh lemon juice

3⁄4 ounce grenadine, homemade or high quality

3⁄4 ounces dry vermouth, such as Dolin Blanc

Garnish: orange twist

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake until cold and double strain into a chilled Coupe glass.

3. Express an orange twist over the cocktail and drop in the drink as a garnish.

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