Blend

Definition:

The bartending equivalent of strapping ingredients into a blender rollercoaster and hitting “smooth.” Ice, fruit, booze - they all get whirled into frosty submission until your cocktail looks like it belongs on a beach vacation poster.

Why it Matters:

Blending is how we turn a handful of ordinary ingredients into a frozen escape. Think margaritas, piña coladas, or that suspiciously neon daiquiri from your last cruise. A well-blended cocktail doesn’t just quench thirst; it transforms into a texture-driven experience where silky smooth meets icy chill. It’s summer in a glass, even if you’re stuck in your kitchen in sweatpants.

Bartenders love the technique because it adds versatility: you can tame harsher spirits with sweetness and texture, or you can showcase fruit in its most refreshing form. In short, blending is less about subtle craft and more about turning happy hour into a mini-vacation.