One thing these big batch cocktails have in common is they all use a large vessel in which to build them—either a pitcher or a punch bowl, a blender, or if the stovetop is necessary, a sauce pan. So put your fancy bar tools away for this class; we’re going big-batch, and that means stir, chill (or heat), and serve.
This is where you build the cocktail, adding ingredients to the vessel of choice before heating or chilling it.
We use a long handled wooden spoon for reaching into the bottom of the pitcher to thoroughly mix a batch of cocktails. It can double as a muddler to release essential oils from herbs.
When a jigger just can’t handle the job, we turn to our liquid measuring cups to ensure we are measuring properly and creating balanced cocktails.
Mesh strainers are perfect for straining a pitcher of beverages in a flash.