I picked up this book because it's small and it's spiral bound and lays flat when open. What is actually in the book I found to be very useful. This book covers essential barware, glassware (with drawings), mixers/garnishes, and techniques (including how to flame a drink & how to properly layer drinks). The drink recipes are broken down into these categories: Cocktails Classique, The Martini, Urban Chic, Punch Up That Party, From the Tropics, Naughty Drinks, and Finishing Touches. The drinks I have tried so far have been very good, and have a good jumping board for alcohol to mixer ratio in each recipe. There is also a glossary with some brief descriptions of the liquors, types of cocktails (ie Sling, Rickey), and various other terms associated with mixing. Perhaps the most helpful part of this book is the index. This lists all the drinks first by name, then by primary alcohol, and finally by color/flavoring. Very handy when you have only one particular liquor on hand. Overall, it's perhaps the only book needed for a casual at home mixing experience. Also this book is a part of a huge set. You can collect all of them and it is a task to do so, because some are hard to find. The collection is awesome and all of the books are great! I love all my books!Read full review
Small but easy to read. All the great cocktails and more included.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Great book but no Bloody Mary recipe
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
Bought it for part of a wedding gift. Bride and groom love the book. Makes a wonderful pocket-size for you to take with you anywhere. Love the drinks and humor. Only wish that it had more drinks in it. Overall a great find and highly recommended to those that want to know more about general drinks and spirits.
Small but with everything inside, you can handle everywhere
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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