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Mixology Playbook

Playbook

Master Mixologist Chris Adams

A program to make Mobile Mixology easy

Our Classic Cocktail Program was developed in collaboration with Master Mixologist Chris Adams to get you quickly up and running on Mobile Mixology. This program will contribute to an increase in F&B profitability while elevating the guest experience to a socially sharable level. You and your staff will love the ability to wow guests tableside, and your guests will love the personal attention as they brag about the custom cocktail on social media. Meanwhile, the premium on that custom cocktail just added to the bottom line.

Expect great things… everywhere!

When you pair our Classic Cocktail program with a Mixology Cart by Forbes with Chris Adams you can expect great things. Not only will you see the potential for increased bar revenue and profitability, your frequency of premium drink orders increases as the lurer of tableside mixology draws in more guests. The custom cocktails they order more frequently are made with premium spirits and the premium price naturally contributes to an increased revenue and profitability.

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What would you like to drink?

Traditional-Irish-Coffee
Rose-Infused Espresso Martini
Rose-Infused Espresso Martini
Winter Spiced Old Fashioned in a glass
Winter-Spiced Old Fashioned
Old Fashioned in a glass
Old Fashioned
Manhattan in a glass
Manhattan
Negroni in a glass
Negroni
Cosmopolitan in a glass
Cosmopolitan
Daiquiri in a glass
Daiquiri
Vodka Collins in a glass
Vodka Collins

THE PROGRAM • CLASSIC COCKTAILS

Traditional Irish Coffee

Leprechauns love this Mixology Classic

You don’t have to be a Leprechaun to appreciate this mixology classic. Luck is on your side, and so is Chris Adams as he demonstrates how to created the perfect Irish Coffee just in time for St Patty’s.

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How to make the Traditional Irish Coffee

Learn the art of the Traditional Irish Coffee from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 2 sugar cubes
  • Fresh Brewed Coffee
  • 1.5oz Jameson Cold Brew
  • Unsweetened whipping cream

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Glass Coffee Mug
  • Ice: None
  • Garnish: Unsweetened Heavy Whipping Cream

Method:

  1. Drop two sugar cubes into the bottom of your coffee mug
  2. Pour fresh brewed coffee over sugar cubes and stir to dissolve the cubes
  3. Pour 1.5oz Jameson Cold Brew into mix
  4. Pour unsweetened heavy whipping cream into mixing tin and mix with a hand frother for a minute or two to get a nice thick consistency
  5. Using an upside-down barspoon, layer the heavy unsweetened whipping cream over the top of the coffee without mixing them

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Rose Infused Espresso Martini

The hottest drink right now

Can you feel the love tonight? This rose-infused espresso is sure to inspire love at the first sip. Take a journey with Chris Adams as he crafts this creative concoction for Valentine’s Day.

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How to make the Rose Infused Espresso Martini

Learn the art of the Rose Infused Espresso Martini from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5oz Grey Goose
  • 1oz Kahlua
  • 1oz Espresso
  • 2 Drops Rose Extract
  • Garnish with Espresso Beans
  • Float a Rose Petal on Top

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Coupe
  • Ice: Neat
  • Garnish: Float a black rose petal on top

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into mixing beaker
  2. Add ice and shake 20-30 times
  3. Strain into rocks glass over large ice using a Hawthorne strainer
  4. Garnish with a few espresso beans and float a rose petal on top

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The Winter-Spiced Old Fashioned

Your friends will love it!

The Winter-Spiced Old Fashion is a festive twist on America’s favorite cocktail perfect for holiday gatherings with friends and family. Be sure to have ample ingredients on hand as your friends and family are sure to want a second sampling of this festive drink.

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How to make the Winter Spiced Old Fashioned

Learn the art of the Winter Spiced Old Fashioned from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz High West Double Rye Whiskey
  • 3 Dashes Angostura Bitters
  • 0.25 oz Earl Giles Winter Spiced Syrup

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Rocks
  • Ice: Cubed
  • Garnish: Clove-studded Orange Peel, Cinnamon Stick

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into mixing beaker
  2. Add ice and stir 20-30 times
  3. Strain into rocks glass over large ice using a julep strainer
  4. Express orange oils and Garnish with clove-studded orange peel and cinnamon stick

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The Classic Old Fashioned

America’s most popular cocktail

The classic Old Fashioned simply oozes class and is THE iconic short served cocktail. Even the creation and the theatre of this cocktail is impressive. It’s no wonder that it’s consistently one of America’s favorite cocktails, and you can be sure it will be a hit with your guests.

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How to make an Old Fashion

Learn the art of the Old Fashion from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Maker’s Mark
  • 0.25 oz Demerara Syrup
  • 3 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Rocks
  • Ice: Cubed
  • Garnish: Orange Peel

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into mixing beaker
  2. Add ice and stir 40 times
  3. Strain into rocks glass over large ice using a julep strainer
  4. Express orange oils and Garnish with Orange peel

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The Manhattan

A real favorite for many

The classic Manhattan was created in the late 19th century for a party at the Manhattan Club in New York to impress foreign dignitaries. It’s success secured it a spot as a favorite cocktail; 150 years later and it’s still favored as a true American cocktail that you can be sure your guests will love.

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How to make the Manhattan

Learn the art of the Manhattan from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Bulleit Rye
  • 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
  • 2 Dashes Angostura Bitters

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Rocks or Coupe
  • Ice: Kold Draft Ice (if Rocks)
  • Garnish: Black Cherry

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into mixing beaker
  2. Add ice and stir 40 times
  3. Strain into rocks glass over large ice or into coupe over no ice using a julep strainer
  4. Garnish with Black cherry

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The Negroni

A little stronger, please

Simply, the Negroni is a classic! Originally created to be a stronger version of an Americano with gin subbed for the soda, the Negroni is easy to make with simple ingredients. Your guest will discover that any drink that has been relevant for over a hundred years must be pretty special!

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How to make the Negroni

Learn the art of the Negroni from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 1 oz Bombay Sapphire
  • 1 oz Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth
  • 1 oz Campari

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Rocks
  • Ice: Cubed Ice
  • Garnish: Orange Peel

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into mixing beaker
  2. Add ice and stir 40 times
  3. Strain into rocks glass over large ice
  4. Garnish with Orange peel

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Cosmopolitan

The perfect girls night out

Made popular by the hit show Sex and the City, this classic cocktail is a favorite that is commonly ordered when out with the girls. Easy to drink, with a strong red color, the Cosmo is sure to be hit with many.

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How to make the Cosmopolitan

Learn the art of the Cosmopolitan from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz Absolut Citron Vodka
  • .75 oz Cointreau
  • .75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • .75 oz Cranberry Juice

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Coupe
  • Ice: None
  • Garnish: Lime Wheel

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into small shaker tin
  2. Add ice and stir 20 times
  3. Double strain into coupe glass using Hawthorne and fine strainer
  4. Garnish with Lime wheel

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Classic Daiquiri

A real favorite for many

When you ask someone to list their favorite cocktail, a Classic Daiquiri is often on the list. It’s an extremely simple recipe that requires just three common ingredients. It is also one of the freshest drinks you can make and a favorite rum cocktail everyone will love.

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How to make the Classic Daiquiri

Learn the art of the classic Daiquiri from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Bacardi superior
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Coupe
  • Ice: None
  • Garnish: Lime Wheel

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into small shaker tin
  2. Add ice and shake 20 times
  3. Double strain into coupe glass using Hawthorne and fine strainer
  4. Garnish with Lime wheel

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Vodka Collins

A true classic

Created by the father of American mixology, Jerry Thomas, the Vodka Collins is a classic, simple as that. This popular cocktail is super refreshing and has everything that a balanced long cocktail should have. It’s easy, brilliant and your guests will love it.

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How to make the Vodka Collins

Learn the art of the Vodka Collins from Master Mixologist Chris Adams.

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz Grey Goose
  • .75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • .75 oz Simple Syrup
  • Top with soda

Presentation:

  • Glassware: Collins
  • Ice: Cubed
  • Garnish: Lemon Wheel

Method:

  1. Combine all ingredients into small shaker tin
  2. Add ice and shake 20 times
  3. Strain into collins glass using Hawthorne strainer
  4. Garnish with lemon wheel

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