Cheapest Quote by David A. Embury
“A cocktail will never be better than its cheapest ingredient.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks, 1948
A drink's quality is limited by its weakest component; cheap ingredients cap the overall taste.
In simple terms: Bad ingredients ruin a cocktail.
Key Takeaway
Choose better basics.
Themes
mixology
quality
ingredients
Mood
pragmatic
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- home bartending
- restaurant menus
- budget planning
Key Concepts
flavor balance
cost vs taste
Questions to Reflect On
- What cheap ingredient could you upgrade?
- How does ingredient quality affect perception?
A Different Perspective
Even with skill, a poor base limits the result.
