Cleaning Quote by Jonathan Miles
“More often than not, punches underwhelm - too fizzy, too fruity, too sherbet-y, and/or too baroque, the flavors all muddled into the boozy equivalent of the water left over from cleaning watercolor brushes.”
About This Quote
The quote criticizes drinks that are overly sweet, fizzy, or ornate, making them taste like diluted, messy mixtures rather than refined cocktails.
In simple terms: Overly sweet, fizzy drinks taste muddled and cheap.
Choose balance and clarity in flavor.
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Type
When to use this quote
- bartending
- product development
- food criticism
- menu planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance creativity and simplicity in drinks?
- What defines a well‑crafted cocktail?
Complex flavors can mask quality ingredients.