{"id":405,"date":"2022-04-20T01:12:28","date_gmt":"2022-04-20T01:12:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-uk\/?p=405"},"modified":"2022-05-16T12:47:21","modified_gmt":"2022-05-16T12:47:21","slug":"cocktail-measures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.campariacademy.com\/en-uk\/training\/tools-techniques\/cocktail-measures\/","title":{"rendered":"Cocktail Essentials: Jiggers, Measures and Proportions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"container-lazyload preview-lazyload container-youtube js-lazyload--not-loaded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6OIvkDfvm1w\" class=\"lazy-load-youtube preview-lazyload preview-youtube\" data-video-title=\"Jiggers, Measures and Proportions | Tools &amp; Techniques | Campari Academy\" title=\"Play video &quot;Jiggers, Measures and Proportions | Tools &amp; Techniques | Campari Academy&quot;\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/6OIvkDfvm1w<\/a><noscript>Video can&#8217;t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/6OIvkDfvm1w\" title=\"Jiggers, Measures and Proportions | Tools &amp; Techniques | Campari Academy\">Jiggers, Measures and Proportions | Tools &amp; Techniques | Campari Academy (https:\/\/youtu.be\/6OIvkDfvm1w)<\/a><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In cocktail making \u2013 balance is key! Whether we are mixing an equal-parts Negroni \u2013 or a more complex recipe like a Mai Tai \u2013 It\u2019s important to understand the proportions of a recipe \u2013 and equip ourselves with the right tools. Around the world, recipes are written using different scales of measurement. ml are the most accurate, while oz and parts can initially be easier to memorise. Our advice is to stick to one \u2013 at least within the same recipe. When measuring your ingredients, it\u2019s recommended to use a jigger for consistency. There\u2019s many different styles of jiggers \u2013 and it\u2019s all about finding the one that suits you. Start off with a 30-45ml or a 30-60ml \u2013 both are versatile and often feature multiple measuring lines. When pouring, it\u2019s important to be precise: Always make sure that your jigger is parallel to the ground and not slanted \u2013 Stop when the liquid hits the mark \u2013 be careful not to over or underpour \u2013 And when you pour \u2013 do it with a single, confident movement. Remember to rinse your jigger before measuring a new ingredient that doesn\u2019t belong to the same recipe \u2013 you don\u2019t want to contaminate flavours. So get out there \u2013 study different recipes \u2013 repeat them using the right measurements \u2013 And don\u2019t forget to taste your drinks \u2013 to ensure you\u2019re keeping your balance in check!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jiggers are a mixologist&#8217;s best friend. 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