Immersive Masterclass: Alternative Acids
When: Sunday April 19th
Instructor: Chris Enns
Class Type: Demo
Join us for an immersive masterclass on Natural Acid Profiling, where we move beyond the lemon and lime to explore the molecular "backbone" of balanced cocktails. While traditional citrus provides a sharp, "monolithic" spike of acidity, this session focuses on how alternative organic acids create structure, length, and chemical stability in your drinks. We are thrilled to host Chris Enns, winner of the prestigious World Class Canada Bartender of the Year, for an exclusive 60-minute deep dive into the art of the alternative acids. You'll learn to apply these principles by building 4 distinct Daiquiri variations, swapping traditional lime juice for engineered acid blends. Your ticket isn't just for the class—it’s an investment in your home bar. Every attendee receives 15% OFF all purchases in-shop on the day of the event. Take the knowledge (and the bottles) home with you.
Guests will enjoy tastings totaling approximately one and a half full cocktails throughout the class.
The Experience: Explore the "molecular architecture" of a cocktail by moving beyond traditional citrus. This session breaks down how different organic acids—Citric, Malic, Lactic, Tartaric, and Acetic—function as the structural backbone of a balanced drink, specifically the Daiquiri. We will dive into the science of "pH Engineering" to create custom "sour" solutions that provide immediate freshness, long-lasting tartness, or savory complexity without the rapid oxidation of fresh juice.
The Cocktails: Sip four distinct versions of the classic Daiquiri, each professionally balanced by Chris to demonstrate a different application of alternative acidity.
The Pro-Skills: Learn to move past the "monolithic" acid spike of traditional citrus to create drinks with a sustained flavor experience. Understand how engineered acid structures prevent the rapid oxidation of volatile terpenes, extending the shelf-life of delicate infusions.
The Menu:
The Pseudo-Lime Daiquiri: A study in precision using a lab-engineered "sour" solution that mimics the 5–7% citric acid content of a lime without the volatile organic compounds of fresh fruit.
The Crystal Clear Daiquiri: Utilizing clarified lime juice to showcase how removing solids changes the visual and sensory impact of a high-citric cocktail.
The Milk-Washed Daiquiri: A demonstration of how lactic acid interacts with milk proteins to remove bitterness and create a silky-smooth texture.
The Acid-Adjusted Fruit Daiquiri: Explore how a low-acid juice (like orange or pineapple) is "engineered" with malic or citric acid to reach the pH of a lime, creating a vibrant, balanced profile.
[Attendees must be at least 19 years of age.
No refund will be offered for no-shows or cancellations.
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