Introduction to Cocktails and Mixology
Advanced Techniques
A course by Jordan Hughes , Cocktail Maker
About the video: Advanced Techniques
Overview
“Explore advanced mixology techniques that can elevate your cocktails to new heights. This lesson covers a variety of skills, including the use of smoke, foam, and other innovative methods to enhance the sensory experience of your drinks. Learn how to incorporate these techniques into your creations, understanding not just the how, but the why behind each method. By the end of this session, you'll be equipped to apply these advanced techniques thoughtfully and creatively, making your cocktails not only delicious but visually stunning and aromatically complex.”
In this video lesson Jordan Hughes addresses the topic: Advanced Techniques, 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
“We're going to explore several advanced techniques today. And this first one is something we've actually already done in the whiskey sour video. And it involves making a nice layer of foam in your cocktail using egg white. But this is a pretty common technique that's used in a lot of classic cocktails. So I did want to make sure we talked through it a little bit more and just got a closer look at it because it's something you'll likely do often. Using egg white in a drink is something that doesn't actually add any flavor, but it adds texture. Again, it's a nice little bit of foam, this kind...”
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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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