This is 33.33% of initial volume and 25% of final volume. It is a contextual exercise, not a universal dilution prescription, and differs in framing from PDF41–44. Fine-straining preference and hand-cut ice instructions are not independently endorsed.
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Theo Lieberman emphasizes glass temperature, fresh juice, well-fitting strainers and measured practice. His example adds 1 oz water to a 3 oz drink, reaching 4 oz.
PDF 233–236; numbered body print page = PDF page −4
Home-bar repeatability and water baseline
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Evidence
Theo Lieberman emphasizes glass temperature, fresh juice, well-fitting strainers and measured practice. His example adds 1 oz water to a 3 oz drink, reaching 4 oz.
Location and context
PDF 233–236; numbered body print page = PDF page −4.
Source No access; synthesis Regarding Cocktails — measured service, recipe families and attributed memories; citation
Regarding Cocktails — 18 Home-bar repeatability and water baseline.
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Annotation
This is 33.33% of initial volume and 25% of final volume. It is a contextual exercise, not a universal dilution prescription, and differs in framing from PDF41–44. Fine-straining preference and hand-cut ice instructions are not independently endorsed.
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No direct quotation, scientific validation, current operating instruction or public placement is claimed.