Message 19506 of 39188 in General Discussion

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> Whether the true basic basics (rum & coke, Gin & Tonic) that do 
> actually get ordered more than any actual cocktail should be listed 
> is an odd point. It is more practical knowlege, but OTOH, there's not 
> that much to know, simply because they don't have nifty names. A 

I said this the last time I was drug into this discussion.  It's hard to say 
that a Rum & Coke belongs on a list when the name of the drink directly 
describes it's ingredients.  Even with stuff like a screwdriver, it just feels 
too simple to put on the list.  I think I also said something about how any 
accurate list based purely on statistics is going to include at least 50% 
drinks that are in the 2-part family of Rum & Coke or Vodka Tonic style.

> ... and now I retreat before I set up any examples that can also, 
> easily be shot down.
> 
> .dan.

I don't blame you, I almost feel stupid putting up examples to make a point 
because I know somebody will painstakingly try to justify why I have to be 
wrong and they have to be right. :)

Being that we are still in this topic and I've noticed most people's comments 
have only included opinion but nothing about their own experience.  I'm 
curious how you started with learning recipes; by a list, by waiting for the 
orders to hit your, or did you just build your own idea of a starting list 
(maybe hanging out in the bar and watching what people order)?

-- 
Cody