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Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. If you can't taste the spirit, you've added too much.
For Elena, mixology is about precision and restraint. Trained in the high-end bars of London, she developed a deep appreciation for the botanical complexity of gin and the timeless structure of pre-prohibition cocktails. She argues that the perfect Martini is a lifetime pursuit, not just a drink.
Elena's approach involves rigorous testing of ratios and temperatures. She champions the idea that with high-quality spirits and fresh ingredients, there is no need for gimmicks. Her guides often focus on technique—how to stir properly, how to express citrus oils—believing that mastery of the basics is what separates a good drink from a great one.