How do I Measure a Cocktail That Uses “Parts” Instead of Measurements?
How do I Measure a Cocktail That Uses “Parts” Instead of Measurements?When you are browsing cocktail recipes you will most often find the measurements of ingredients listed in ounces, dashes and splashes. Those are very straight forward and you know what to do, but what happens when you come across one of the many cocktails that uses the term “parts” instead? Don’t panic, just do a little math (not too much math, just a little) and you will have a great drink.Answer: One part is any equal part. Think of it as one measure of your jigger. For “1 part” you would pour a full jigger, for “2 1/2 parts” pour two and a half jiggers, for “1/2 part” pour one half of the jigger full. It is very logical, yet you may have to adjust a little bit to obtain the right sized cocktail for the glass. For instance, to fill a tall glass that may be 8 ounces you may want to consider “1 part” equal to 1 1/2 or 2 jiggers full. H
