AN A.I. THAT INTRODUCES YOU TO YOUR NEXT FAVORITE COCKTAIL
I spent a decade in the wine and liquor business prior to becoming a webinar producer and one pleasure I continue to enjoy is the thrill of discovering a new, well crafted, and balanced cocktail for the first time.
I would like to share a few factors that go into creating the art and science of a truly unforgettable drink and then introduce you to my artificial intelligence cocktail guru SAVVY SHAKER, who knows a thing or two about exquisite cocktail recipes.
START WITH QUALITY INGREDIENTS. Whether you're making a classic cocktail or a modern twist, the quality of the ingredients you use can make all the difference in the final product. For example, when making a margarita, using freshly squeezed lime juice and a high-quality tequila can elevate the drink to new heights. Perhaps start with a mid-ranged core spirit as opposed to the cheapest option. This may reduce your potential hangover because as a general rule, the more distilled a spirit is, the lower the congeners or impurities it contains.
PLAY WITH THE RATIOS. The balance of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors can make or break a cocktail, so it's important to get it right. Many classic cocktails follow a simple ratio of 2 : 1 : 1, with two parts base spirit, one part sweetener, and one part sour. However, this is just a guideline and can be adjusted to suit your personal taste. Keep in mind similar to using salt while cooking, its easier to make a drink sweeter as opposed to making it less sweet, so its best to be prudent and carefully add more if necessary.
PRACTICE DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES. How you mix, shake, or stir the drink can impact its texture and flavor. For example, when making a martini, stirring it with ice for around 30 seconds will create a silky smooth texture, while shaking it vigorously can create a frothy foam. Similarly, when making a margarita, shaking the ingredients with ice will create a refreshing, chilled drink. Adding an egg white and a good shake will make your drink more rich and creamy as well as provide it a new complexity.
NOW THAT YOU KNOW THE BASICS, IT'S TIME TO EXPERIMENT! And to supercharge your artistic and scientific drink making process, I present to you SAVVY SHAKER. This A.I. cocktail generator is powered by GPT-4 and will suggest the ideal ingredients, ratios, and technique for you to create your next favorite cocktail at home.
Simply input a desired liquor, brand or cocktail and receive three modern recipes straight from an expert bartenders' playbook. Try it out and cheers to your thoughts!
