How to Muddle Herbs and Fruit Video
Pass on the artificial flavors and syrups and muddle your own fruits and herbs instead. This method is the right idea for any homemade or craft cocktail recipe. We call this BYOB—Be Your Own Bartender!
This little technique goes a long way when you want to impress your happy hour compatriots. Prepare a winning vodka mojito or our mango mint cocktail! Once you’re done muddling, you and your pals sip your way to happy.
Save yourself from the hassle of an extra dirty dish—simply muddle your herbs or fruit right in the cocktail glass using the handle of a long wooden spoon.
How to Muddle Instructions
Learn how to muddle fresh herbs and fruit for homemade cocktails. This video will bring new meaning to BYOB—Be Your Own Bartender!
Ingredients
- mortar and pestle
- herbs and fruit
Instructions
- Place herb leaves or fruit in a mortar and use the pestle to press gently down on them. You are trying to release the oils, not demolish them. When you can smell a fresh aroma, they’re muddled.
- Add freshly muddled herbs or fruit to a cocktail or recipe and enjoy!
Notes
If you do not own a mortar and pestle, simply use a bowl and a wooden spoon!
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