Acidity
Flavor ScienceSourness from citrus juice, vinegar, or fermentation that provides brightness and backbone to cocktails. Lemon (pH ~2.0) and lime (pH ~2.2) are the workhorses. Acidity balances sweetness and rounds out spirit heat.
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Prohibition: When America Went Dry
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The History of the Daiquiri
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Citrus in Cocktails: The Complete Guide
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Syrups: Simple, Rich, Demerara & Beyond
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Honey in Cocktails: Syrup to Mead
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Spring Cocktails: Floral & Fresh
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Sugar in Cocktails: A Reality Check
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Tequila: Blanco to Añejo Decoded
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Scotch Whisky: Single Malt to Blended
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Cachaça: Brazil's Spirit