Creating a rainbow effect in a glass with different colored cordials requires a special pouring technique. Simply pour each liqueur slowly over an inverted teaspoon (bottom up) into a glass. Start with the heaviest liqueur first if the recipe does not designate the order. Pour slowly. The rounded surface of the spoon will spread each liqueur over the one beneath without mixing them. You can accomplish the same trick using a glass rod by pouring slowly down the rod.


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