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By Kelly A. Magyarics
Just as the right choice of spirits can make a cocktail shine, a well-crafted mixer can make it soar. A variety of high-quality mixers, including small-batch tonics and artisanal sodas, are bubbling up behind bars. Mixologists are also concocting house-made, bottled cocktails uncapped tableside-fresh, ready-to-serve libations that have guests thirsting for more. Liquid purveyors and operators with a fancy for fizz show how to add sparkle to drinks programs.
1½ oz. Bacardi rum
¾ oz. The Perfect Purée Carmelized Pineapple Concentrate
½ oz. Lemon juice
½ oz. Agave nectar
½ oz. Pineapple juice
Grilled pineapple wedge
Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Top with ice, shake vigorously and strain contents into an iced glass, or flash blend in a blender. Garnish with grilled pineapple wedge.
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