Test Lab 010: Clarifications

A clear drink can keep a secret

Your eyes get the first sip. Sometimes they get it wrong. Test Lab 010 turns to clarification: the techniques that change how a cocktail looks, feels and tastes.

A few clues before you taste

An old trick with fresh possibilities — Milk clarification has been used in punch since at least the 17th century. The polished, clear presentation has a surprisingly long history.

Cloudy is part of the process — In milk clarification, cocktail ingredients curdle the milk. The curds help capture compounds from the mixture and are then strained away, leaving a clearer drink.

Texture is part of the reveal — Clarification can soften astringency and change mouthfeel as well as appearance. A drink’s color tells only part of its story.

What changes when you take the cloudiness away? What stays? Come explore the answers with us—and see how closely the glass matches your expectations.

Your evening at the Lab

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 6 p.m.
Brass Monkey Lounge · 307 Admiral Blvd, Kansas City, MO
$33 per guest · Three cocktail tastings · 90-minute guided experience
Smoked nuts from Savory Addictions included · Ages 21+

Your host introduces each experiment, invites you to observe and taste, and then talks through what is happening in the glass. Come with questions; curiosity is all you need.

Please tell us about allergies when reserving. Milk-clarified cocktails can still contain dairy allergens.

Reserve your place at Test Lab 010

Technique notes: Campari Academy’s Milk Punch Guide

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