Summer Brief: Orange zest caramelisation

A common technique known by bartenders is the use of fire to entice and enhance flavours. Below are photos I have taken of the process used to caramelize the oils and sugars expressed from the rind of and orange.

First, cut a large slice of the oranges surface off. 

Warm up the back and front with a lighter for about 4 seconds each.

Hold the flame in front of your orange.

squeeze the zest out of the skin onto the flame.

Through practice this trick becomes easier and professional.

This trick adds an extra zesty taste and smell to some drinks which will help perfect them.