How to Use a Shaker

If you have never prepared a cocktail in a shaker, here is a tip on how to do it successfully so that your drink turns out excellent. It’s not difficult at all, and with these steps, you won’t have any problems.

Step by Step

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For this tip, you will need: • Ice • 2 ½ ounces of gin • ½ ounce of Dry Vermouth • 1 olive • 1 Shaker
1
Fill only half of the shaker with ice to prevent the liquids from spilling.
2
Add the gin and vermouth and seal the shaker very well.
3
Shake vigorously for 1 minute or until the outside of the shaker feels cold. For denser cocktails, shake for 3 minutes.
4
Remove the top part of the shaker and serve in a martini glass, garnishing with the olive.