Introduction to Cocktails and Mixology
Infusions and Syrups
A course by Jordan Hughes , Cocktail Maker
About the video: Infusions and Syrups
Overview
“Dive into the creative process of making your own infusions and syrups, essential skills for any mixologist looking to add a personal touch to their cocktails. We'll explore techniques for infusing spirits with a wide range of flavors, from fruits and herbs to spices and botanicals. Additionally, you'll learn how to craft syrups that can add depth and complexity to your drinks. This lesson will empower you to experiment and innovate, giving you the tools to create signature cocktails that truly stand out.”
In this video lesson Jordan Hughes addresses the topic: Infusions and Syrups, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Cocktails and Mixology. Master classic and modern cocktails. Dive into mixology with expert techniques and essential tools..
Partial transcription of the video
“So we're going to talk about how to make our own simple syrups and infusions. Now, thankfully simple syrups are simple. It's just combining equal parts, sugar and water. And I'm going to show you briefly how to do this as well as how to infuse it with various flavors. So I just have some water here in a pan on a stove top, and it doesn't necessarily have to be boiling. You just want it hot enough to dissolve the sugar. So I'm just going to take equal parts sugar here and add it to the water. Then I'm just going to stir until the sugar is fully dissolved in the water. When making different s...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Cocktails and Mixology
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Beverages
Jordan Hughes
A course by Jordan Hughes
Jordan Hughes is a prominent figure in the food and beverage industry, hailing from Portland, OR. As a versatile creative, he excels in photography, recipe development, and social media consulting, working with a wide range of brands, bars, and restaurant groups.
In 2017, Jordan launched the Instagram account and blog "High-Proof Preacher," which has garnered significant recognition. His work has been featured in prestigious publications such as Forbes, AskMen, Liquor.com, and VinePair. Notably, High-Proof Preacher received both the Editor’s and Reader’s Choice awards for Best Drinks Instagram by Saveur Magazine in 2019 (High-Proof Preacher) (Creatively Squared).
Jordan's journey into beverage photography began somewhat unconventionally, transitioning from his previous role as a Christian pastor. His passion for creating and sharing cocktail recipes online quickly snowballed into a successful career (Creatively Squared). In addition to his online presence, he has launched an e-learning platform, Cocktail Camera, aimed at teaching others the art of beverage and product photography (Master Cocktail and Product Photography).
Jordan continues to innovate in his field, having published a cocktail recipe book titled "Twist" and frequently collaborates with notable brands to create engaging and high-quality content (Amra and Elma LLC).
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