When mixing
cocktails, it is important to use the exact
amount for each ingredient as indicated in the original recipe. Not using exact
ingredient amounts is the easiest way to ruin the taste of a drink.
Using the tools and the table below you can ensure that the
drinks will taste exactly as they are meant to taste.
Bar Measure
This tools is usually made of stainless steel with a 1-ounce cup at one end,
called a pony, and a 1½ to 2 ounce measure at the other end, called a jigger.
Alternatively you can use a standard shot
glass with markings on it. If you do
not have either measure, use a standard set of kitchen measuring spoons — 3
teaspoons, or 1 tablespoon, equal ½ ounce, 4 teaspoons equal ¾ ounce, and 2
tablespoons equal 1 ounce.
The tables below should help you determine quantities of each
ingredient when mixing
cocktails.
Bar Measure