Bartender Sam Ross, renowned for his equal-parts cocktail creations, significantly impacted the cocktail scene with his 2007 Paper Plane and 2017 Mosquito. The Paper Plane, crafted with whiskey, lemon, Aperol, and Amaro Nonino, became a modern classic, while the Mosquito paired mezcal with sweetened ginger juice and Campari, reflecting Ross's dedication to balanced flavors. At his bar, Attaboy, he has developed a library of equal-parts cocktails, showcasing the artistry and precision required in cocktail mixing, leading to various spins on these originals within his team.
Ross estimates that Attaboy's repertoire contains roughly 20-30 equal-parts originals, showcasing their reliance on bartender's choice rather than written menus.
For Ross, it's all about balance. 'You have to nail each component perfectly for the end product to sing,' he asserts.
Ross describes the Mosquito as a cocktail that balances sweet, sour, and bitter flavors, 'which I find to be the most pleasing for the palate.'
The Mosquito integrated spice to contrast with bitterness, as Ross sought to enhance flavor depth and complexity.
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