How to make Cocktail Gummy Bears from the Cocktail Dudes

Introduce the concept of making gummy bear cocktails.

Discuss the need for dilution when making gummy bears from cocktails, suggesting to add about 1/2 ounce of water.

Explain the amount of gelatin and sorbitol needed for a regular-sized cocktail (3.5 to 5 ounces).

Show the use of 1 tablespoon of gelatin and 2 teaspoons of sorbitol for the gummy bear mixture.

Discuss the importance of using gelatin with a bloom of 225 for proper firmness.

Mention the need for food coloring to enhance the appearance of certain cocktails like the old-fashioned.

Explain the evaporation issue with liquor and how to store gummy bears in an airtight container to maintain flavor.

Demonstrate the use of a silicone mold and an eyedropper for filling the molds with the gummy bear mixture.

Discuss which juices do not work well with gelatin and how to prepare fresh juices by boiling them to deactivate proteases.

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