Saturday 15 June 2013

I Like My Mocktail Rimmed With Salt

Salt is traditionally added to the rim of the glass to provide a sharp contrast in flavor to better experience the drink as a whole.

The difference in the salt and the sugar content in the mock tail help to stimulate all of your taste buds, which are divided into sectors based on the type of sensation.
 
Take caution to not over-salt the rim of the glass and thus coat only the outside portion of the rim around 1/4"... getting salt on the inside of the glass risks modifying the flavor of the drink.

1.Moisten the rim - Whether you’re using citrus or a sponge dipped in liqueur of the drink being served, rub it along the glass at a slow steady pace to make it even. If any pulp or seeds get on the rim, remove them. If you’re using simple syrup on a saucer, just dip the glass once without twisting to get proper coverage.

2.Dip the glass - Turn it upside down and dip it in the powder firmly, as if the glass rim has ink on it and you’re trying to stamp a perfect circle in your sugar or salt.


3.The twist?.. Most bartenders twist the glass. I find this leads to an uneven rim. Just stamping it in and pulling it back up yields a very even rim. If you do twist it, do it slowly, and shake off the excess when you’re done.

4.Presentation - for best results of appreciation any drink should be served in the right quantity in the best available shaped glass. Remember the first impression is inviting and the lasting one.  

-DKB

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