> Thnx for the tips. As already stated, I've already convinced my boss
> into getting an electric ice crusher :D
> Regarding the muddling process, AFAIK this is also done to release
> the oils which are in the peel (cest?) of the fruit. I will certainly
> consider your advice but would also like to get more feedback. Mby
> something with mixing the mint leaves into a syrup and thereby having
> a pre-made mix. Any1 with experience doing this?
>
I'm not particularly a fan of prepared cocktail mixes. you need to show that
you're using fresh ingredients. Besides the mint will probably clump together
in the bottle. If you insist on using a whole lime (have you ever tasted lime
peel!!) cut it into 1/8s to ease muddling (even better pre-cut the limes)
Ash