BAR NOTEBOOK
Mixology Ratios & Dilution Science
Short, rigorous articles explaining how ice physics, sugar balance, and dilution create great drinks.
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Mixology Fundamentals
The Golden Ratios of Cocktails: Sour, Equal Parts & Spirit-Forward
Why 90% of classic craft cocktails stem from just three mathematical templates.
Batch Bartending
Freezer Door Cocktails: The Essential Dilution Water Secret
Why pre-bottling cocktails without adding water results in harsh, unpalatable drinks.
Liquid Science
Understanding Cocktail ABV: How Shaking Drops 40% Spirits to 18%
A mathematical look at how ice thermodynamics transform high-proof liquor into a balanced drink.
Event Hosting
Punch Bowl Planning: The Ancient 1-2-3-4 Rule and Big Ice
How to calculate bottles for 10 to 50 guests without running dry or drowning in melted ice.