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Fresh Citrus

"Always use freshly squeezed citrus juice. The flavor degrades significantly after just a few hours."

— Classic Technique

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How the Verdict Works

The Verdict is a 0–10 score that reflects how well-crafted and balanced a cocktail is. Cocktails with intentional sweet/dry contrast earn a bonus, while one-dimensional or contradictory profiles lose points.

Sweetness

A measure of sugar presence. Most cocktails feature a sweetening agent for brightness and pop — too much is cloying, too little reduces the drink to spirits on the rocks.

Dryness

A measure of bitterness, tartness, and astringency. Dryness is the opposing force to sweetness — well-groomed cocktails have a counter-punch to bite through the sugar.

Strength

How well the alcohol integrates with other flavors, not just volume. The base spirit should be present without overstaying its welcome.

Versatility

How flexible a recipe is — the most important factor. Highly versatile drinks have interchangeable parts and countless spin-offs, making them vital for tending bar.