FiFo, not egg whites

We use FiFo (vegetable propylene glycol foaming agent) instead of egg whites. Every time.

Why

  • Vegan-safe (matches dietary expectations of our guests)
  • Consistent foaming, every drink, every time
  • No wet-dog smell at scale (egg whites stink in volume)
  • Holds longer on the drink (15+ minutes vs 5 for egg whites)

How

A small dash (roughly 4-5 drops) per drink. Dry shake first to build the foam, then wet shake with ice.

Where it goes

Sours, fizzes, anything that wants a foam cap. Specifically on our menu: the Espresso Martini batch and any classic sour ordered off-menu.

What it doesn't replace

The skill. A bad shake produces bad foam regardless of agent. Dry shake long. Wet shake long. Strain hard.

Tags: technique, foam, vegan