Hosting · ~12 min

Batching for guests

Scale a Negroni or sour for a table — pre-dilute stirred drinks, protect citrus, and set a service station so you are not stuck shaking all night.

4 lessons in this path

Start here · Hosting

Ratio × dilution × chill. Spirit-forward batches first; citrus close to service.

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2. Ingredients

Ice and dilution

Pre-dilution replaces the shake/stir — get the water intentional.

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3. Bottles

Batched Negronis die on oxidized vermouth. Fridge and finish.

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4. Service

Cold glassware and a garnish tray finish a batch like a bar, not a buffet.

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