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Between the Sheets Cocktail Recipe · Step 1 of 4

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Add ice to the smaller tin of your cocktail shaker. Use tongs to transfer the ice cubes from a bowl to the cocktail shaker tin. Do not overfill the shaker, but be generous with the ice. Larger ice cubes result in less dilution. Avoid using crushed or shaved ice unless making a frozen drink.

Goal: Add enough ice to the shaker tin

  • Be generous with the ice.
  • Use larger ice cubes.
  • Do not use crushed or shaved ice unless making a frozen drink.

Used in this video

  • Cocktail Shaker (shape: Cylindrical, material: Metal, size: Medium, observableFunction: Shaking) — Shaking the cocktail
  • Ice Tongs (shape: Long and thin, material: Metal, size: Medium) — Transferring ice
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FAQs

Do I need specific bar tools like a Japanese-Style Jigger and Hawthorne Strainer for this recipe, or can I use common kitchen alternatives?

While specialized bar tools ensure precision and efficiency, you can certainly start with kitchen alternatives. Use standard measuring spoons or a small liquid measuring cup for ingredients, and a small kitchen sieve or even a slotted spoon can work in place of a Hawthorne strainer to hold back ice.

Can I substitute any of the spirits or the Cointreau in the 'Between the Sheets' cocktail, or will it significantly alter the taste?

For the authentic 'Between the Sheets' flavor, it's best to stick to light rum, cognac, and Cointreau. While you could technically use other orange liqueurs for Cointreau, it has a distinct flavor profile that contributes significantly. Substituting the base spirits would create a different cocktail altogether.

My cocktail sometimes tastes watered down or isn't cold enough. What's the best way to shake it for perfect chilling and dilution?

Ensure your shaker is filled at least two-thirds with fresh ice, preferably large cubes. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels very cold and frosted. Don't under-shake, which leads to warmth, or over-shake, which causes excessive dilution.

What if I don't have a coupe glass readily available for serving this cocktail?

A coupe glass is traditional and elegant, but any stemmed cocktail glass will work well. A chilled martini glass or even a small, elegant wine glass can serve as a good substitute. The key is to pre-chill your serving glass to maintain the cocktail's cold temperature.

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we need to add some ice always be generous with your ice when you add it to your shaker tin or to your mixing glass do not overfill your shaker tin but definitely be generous with the ice you want the cocktail to be cold larger chunks of ice will add less water to your cocktail do not use crushed ice or shaved ice

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