LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2017

BASICS  ALL STIRRED UP

negroni The traditional recipe has a 1:1:1 ratio of in- gredients. Modern versions often lighten up the Campari so it doesn’t dominate the drink; however, proper stirring achieves the same balance. 1 oz gin 1 oz Campari 1 Measure and add ingredients to a mix- ing glass three-quarters full of ice. Stir well, tasting every 30 seconds until flavours blend. Strain into a chilled rocks glass over ice and garnish with a twist of orange peel. Makes 1 drink 1 oz sweet (red) vermouth Orange peel, for garnish

stir it up A stirred cocktail is ready when it loses the whiff of alcohol and acquires a pleasing aroma.

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