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Mixing magazine The magazine for your cocktail lover 3

Contributor Huynh Ngoc Anh Linh D.O.B: 23 July 2001 Editor, illustrator, content creator, stylish, photography, retouch. Contact me: [email protected] Studying graphic design at Hoa Sen university and freelancer. A person who pursues beauty, loves simplicity but uniqueness. “Make yourself happy. Don’t wait for other people’s happiness.”  Publisher by Hoa Sen University  Email: [email protected]  Hotline: 0772765376  Website: www.Mixing.com 4

Mixing magazine Editor’s letter Dear readers, People often have a preference to learn about a different type of cuisine and recently young people are quite interested in drinks made from wine such as Cocktails. We published a magazine called Mixing. I am delighted and honored to welcome you to Mixing as we begin releasing the first issue. The name “Mixing” is a combi- nation of the flavors you love to mix together. Mixing magazine is a publication produced each year about drinks blended from wines. Mixing magazine will give you a better understanding of a drink calledCocktail. I hope you can find relaxation and com- fort when you watch Mixing magazine. . Enjoya peaceful time with family and friends thiswinter. Finally, we really hope that our creation will help you arouse a love of cocktails for those who are interested in cocktails or those who don’t know about it and can help you learn about this particular drink. I hope you like this magazine. Best regards. Huynh Ngoc Anh Linh 5

Cocktail basics 08 What is a cocktail The origin of cocktails Type of cocktails Decorative arts Main base wines 16 Brandy - Flavory and precious Gin - A gentlement’s aura Rhum - Generous, strong and free Tequila - Mysterious, passionate, wild Volka - Simple yet unique Whiskey - Transquil yet alluring Conte 6

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Mixing magazine What cisocktail ? Cocktail is a blend of alcohol-containing (alcoholic) drinks, made up of a blend, combining one or more spirits with vjuice, honey, milk or cream, and other additives that make the drink not only delicious, strange but also beautiful. Any cal culated creation can make for an attrac tive cocktail. The origin of cocktails “Cocktail” is combined by the single words “cock” and “tail”, which translates into Viet- namese meaning the rooster’s tail. Around this particular name there are many different anec- dotes that have been told for centuries. 9

Decorative arts Acommon way to use when decorat- ing cocktails is frosting – covering the mouth of a glass with a thin layer of flour with salt, cocoa, sugar, or some powder. The bartender will wet the mouth of the glass with orange juice, lemon and then put the mouth of the glass on a plate containing any powder. In addition, cocktails are often deco- rated simply with orange pieces, lemons skill- fully shaped a little or a little flowers, fruits, mint leaves on the mouth of the glass to suit the taste and name of the cocktail. 10 Cocktail basics

Mixing magazine Typce oof c k t a i l According to statistic report, curently there are more than 10,000 different cocktail recipes. So...how can we tell which is which ? Let look at some way to categorize the drink into some main types. Short drink Less than 10cl (centilitre, 1l = Long drink Shooter and Shots 100cl), usually contains a lot of spirits, does not drink with ice Cocktails made from other Has a capacity of 30ml in a and does not decorate. soft drinks, which may or may small glass and usually drinks not be iced depending on the it all in one sip. drinker’s preference. 11

Martini Martini Glass The familiar conicak shape of the cocktail glass makes mose people think of a martini. After all, it is the most popular drink served in this style of glass which is why it’s often called a “ martini” glass. Margarita Glass Margarita The margarita glass is used primarily for serving margarita. The double-bowl is fun and distinctive shape that works particularly well for frozen margarita. Red wine Basic Wine Glasses Wine glasses are complicated because there are a variety of shapes and many styles have been developed to show- case a particular style of wine. A red wine glass has a rouderm smaller bowl with a more tapered rim. A bar glassware tour 12 Cocktail basics

Mixing magazine Specialty Specialty Cocktail Glasses Bar glassware includes a few tall specialty styles that you will run across in cocktail recipes. Each is used for a specific style of drink. While they are not called for as often as the other glasses, they are useful if you are fond of any of these cocktails. Rose Glass Rose A white and rose wine glass has a taller, narrower bowl that is more open at the rim than the red wine glass. Hi g h b all Highball Highball very useful, tall glasses are essential in any bar. They’re used for tall mixed drinks ( also called highballs) that can be as simple as a shot of liquor topped with juice or soda. The highbar is typically more stout and tops off at 10 ounces. 13

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Mixing magazine Brandy is the common name of a wine fermented from grapes, if fermented from other fruits, it is called Fruit Brandy. Brandy is also soaked in wooden barrels for light oxidation, wood-in soaking and absorbing herb aroma. From there, produce an amber wine with a little herbal aroma. Brandy has a high concentration, from 40% ALC Flavory and precious V.S ( very speacial): is Brandy mixed from around 40 different wine cellars and the youngest wine cellars should be at least 4 years. V.O ( very old), V.S.O.P ( very superior old pale): is Brandy mixed from around 60 different wine cellars and the youngest wine cellars should be at least 4-6 years. X.O (extra old): the high class Brandy mixed from around 100 different wine cellars and the youngest wine cellars should be at least 6 years. 17

Gin is a wine that originated in the Netherlands but thrived in the UK. Gin has a pungent taste because it is distilled and fermented from wheat along with all kinds of cardamom wonders: juniper, evergreen, anise, cinnamon, white roots, grapefruit peel, orange peel ... Therefore, although the smell is pervasive and overwhelming, few people can drink pure gin. Gin has 4 main types: 1 London Dry Gin“ Youngest kid” in Gin great family, distilled many times between wines and spicy flavor herbs, crystal like transparent liquid. 2 Plymouth GinHave both fruits and herbs flalor. Plymouth is an extremely smooth, creamy and full-bodied gin. 18 Main base wines

Mixing magazine A gentlement’s aura 3 Old Tom GinSweeter than “youngest kid” as more sugar are aded in distilled process, the distilling time also takes longer. 4 Jenever Gin“Dad - a gentlemen’s aura” in Gin family with the deep wooden color liquid with strong and deep flavor which cannot be mistaken with anything. 19

LSetnreroonugs, Light Rhum: Famous rhum created in Puerto Rico. Gold Rhum: Luxury golden yellow liquid and refinded yet deep flavor. Dark Rhum: Black brown, dark color and floating scent of herbs mixing with aged-wood scent and sweet honey. caramel tastes. Death Rhum: Veru high concentration level ( usually 70-80% ) so many coutries prohibited the improrted of this wines yet charmed by its taste, many willing to go against the law to dive into the world of Death Rhum. 20 Main base wines

and Mixing magazine free Rhum Is a wine distilled from sugarcane juice, sugarcane syrup or molasses. Whendistilled, it will take time to brew in a wooden barrel until it is ripe. With different incubation times, Rhum is divided into many types such as Light Rhum, Gold Rhum, Dark Rhum. 21

PASSIONATE,WILD MYSTERIOUS, Tequila Tequila is believed to have been fermented from cacti but tequila was fermented by blue avage and pineapple, later improved with other flavorings. Tequila is specially named after the land that produces the best tequila in Mexico, although it originated in the United States. Tequila has two types: Mixed Tequila and 100% agave. Typys of tequila • Blanco (white) or Plata ( Silver) has clean white color botted right after distilation without composting or composeted in steel or oak barrels no more than 2 months. • Joven (young) or oro (gold) is a combination of blanco and reposado, with luxury gold color and more defined qualify. 22 Main base wines

Volka Vodka contains the hearts of people in Russia, warm and ecstatic. Vodka is distilled from potatoes, grapes or other types of sleeping cups. Initially, vodka was used as a drug with a mild alcohol content of about 14% by rudimentary fermentation. After a while, a colorless wine has been distilled, with an alcohol content of about 40%. Volka was founded in the icy-cold Northen Europe, one of the most populer drinks in the word. Eventhough its origin remain a mystery since both Poland and Russia is claimaing that volka came from their countries but that mysterious origin doesn’t seem to be of too important elements because to tasters, what appealing about Volka is it obsessively appealing taste. Not too alluring and addictive at first tastes but just by being simple yet intimate, Volka conquers is tasters with its unique inviduality. 23

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Mixing magazine TRANQUIL YET ALLURING WHISKEY Whiskey is characteristically brown because it is aged in oak barrels, especially bearing the sound of this wood. Whiskey is a wine that can be drunk straight without mixing, at this time pure whiskey will make you passionate for many reasons. However, when entering a new world, blending whiskey with other ingredients creates a multitude of different flavors. Whiskey is considered a symbol of men because of its high concentration of 40% to 45% of ALC. Single Malt Scotch Whiskey: high complexity, flavor and the price belong to top tiers of Whiskey. Blended Malt Scotch Whiskey: is a mixed ogmany types of types of Single Malt for the flavor of this type. Single Grain Scotch Whiskey: is cereal distiled Whiskey made from barley, bukwheat, corn, wheat. Blended Grain Scotch Whiskey: used as a gift between master blended and create a new flavor and Blended Scotch Whiskey a miture of Whiskey with ratio depends on each brand. 25

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THE NAMES OF COCKTAILS Have you ever wondered how you favorite cocktails and alcoholic drinks were fisrt conceived and how they got their names ? Cocktail mixology goes back to the 1860s when alcohol was orginally being mixed with water, sugar and bitters. Today, your favorite libations may have any number of thing mixied into them, from fruit purees to syrups to sodas. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or a casual bar patron, it’s always nice to know where your favorite alcoholic drink originally came from. Sidecar Martini Martini a mixture of gin and dry Gin and tonic vermouth and despite James Bond’s famous line, it should be stirred This jazz age staple was allegedly instead of shaken. According to a invented at Harry’s Bar in Paris. general theory,in the early 1860s, The story goes that during the people used to fequently go to the end of World often arrive at the Occidental Hotel in San Francisco bar in a motocycle sidecar. One and order bartender Jerry Thom- cold night, he came in and asked as’s special mixture of gin and dry for something to warm him up. vermouth before taking an evening So the bartendender mixed ferry to the nearby town of Martinez, warming brandy with Cointreau California. and lemon juice and named the drink after the captains preferred Some cocktails actually have method of transportation. semi-medicinal origins. When Bristish soliders were stationed in colonial India. they had to deal with malaria. They had a tonic water with quinine that would help keep the disease at bay, but it tasted terrible. So, the soldiers mixed it with gin and the Gin Tonic was born. 30

Mixing magazine Margarita Mojito Manhattan Manhattan is a blend of Whiskey, sweet vermouth and bitters. The cocktails origin dates back to 1874 when Jennie Churchill, Ameri- ca-born British socialite threw a party at the Manhattan Club to There’s an old drink called the Daisy, celebrate Samuel J.Tilden’s, the A primitive form of the Mojito can which is a mix of brandy, tiple sec 25th Governor of New York victory be traced back to the 16th century. and lemon juice. According to leg- in the gubernatorial election. An This mix of mint, rum, sugar, lime end, one day, a bartender in Tịuana enterorising bartender the created juice was orginally made with a was making a Daisy an accidentally this cocktail for the event, which harsh liquor called aguardiente, grabbed a bottle of tequila instead of he dubbed the Manhattan in the the lime juice and sugar acted to brandy. The accident became a hit at honor of the club. cut the booze’s taste. The drink’s name is either a reference to the the bar and it was quickly dubbeb a Cuban spice made from limes called mojo or the diminutive form Margarita. of the word mojado (the Spainish word for wet) 31

SECTION FOR BEGINNERS Photography, retouch and content by Anh Linh 4 FIRST TIME USING EXPERIENCE Ordering drinks at the bar can be stressful for those who are new to cocktails. In this article, we'll take a look at some tips when ordering a drink for the first time. This guide is designed to help people get acquainted with the world of cocktails and how to drink them. It will teach you the basics, how to order at the bar and give you some cocktail recipes that you can make yourself at home. Take the time and enjoy your drinks like a professional! 32

Mixing magazine “ ENJOY THE FIRS TIME INSTEAD OF THINKING YOU CAN’T TRY IT. ’’ 33

Drinking a cocktail for the first time can be quite scary, but not necessarily so. You can take steps to make the experience easier and more enjoyable for yourself. First palatability The first thing you should do is decide your taste profile. If you like sweetened drinks, order something with juice or pureed fruit. If you like sour-flavored drinks, order something with citrus juice in it. Then, choose the wine that you want to mix with it based on your taste! People who are new to drinking shouldn’t drink anything too heavy, like whiskey. Instead, they should choose something light and sweet. The sweetness will be masked by the taste of alcohol, making you more pleasant. Drinkers can also sip slowly, not drinking too much at once to get used to the taste of the drink. Many people aren’t sure how to drink a cocktail for the first time. There are many different ways to drink one, but there is no right or wrong way. Some people like to sip their cocktails, others like to take a big sip, and some people even like to mix wine with other drinks. The best way for you to drink it depends on your personal preferences and what you are drinking it. 34 First time using experience

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The goal of this article is to share insights, tips, and tricks on how to drink a cocktail for the first time. It’s important to try different cocktails as it will help you understand which ingredients go into them and which ones you might prefer over others. You should also try different drinks There are many factors to consider from different bars or restaurants before you drink your first cocktail. as they may have a mix of different If someone asks you if you want to ingredients unlike other places. try one, say it for sure! You never If you’re a beginner, my advice is to know what you might like. But if start with sweetened drinks. Then you’re not sure about that, that’s you can discover different flavors okay - there are plenty of cocktails or mix the types gradually. out there for you to enjoy! Don’t try to guess what’s in your drink before tasting it. Chances are you’ll guess wrong, which can be annoying once you’ve took your first sip. 36 First time using experience

Mixing magazine CONSIDER THE EXPERIENCE Drink cocktails carefully. Drinks may seem complicated at first, but don’t be fooled by how they look - they can pack a punch! Keep in mind that your mouth will take time to get used to the taste in these drinks, so it’s important not to drink too much at once, otherwise you’ll feel like you’re going to die last night. Remember - slow and steady will win this. 37

“ If you’re new to the world of cocktails, you may be wondering if there’s a right way to drink them. The answer is any way. ’’ Make sure you don’t have any alcohol problems before drinking them. It can be a bit overwhelming at first, but don’t worry, you’ll eventually become an expert on this particular mixed drink. 38 First time using experience

Mixing magazine The first step is to determine the type of drink you want to try. If you’re still not sure what you want, ask the bartender for suggestions or try asking for a menu of all the drinks they make there. Always start with a cocktail with a low alcohol content. For example, cocktails such as martinis, manhattans, and old-fashioned cocktails are high-volume cocktails with high alcohol content. They should be taken after you’ve drunk a few cocktails with a lower alcohol content to get used to the taste. Make sure your stomach is empty before drinking as it will inhibit your ability to taste anything. Finally, take the time and enjoy your drinks like a professional. 39

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