The Cocktail Bible: An A-Z of two hundred classic and contemporary cocktail recipes, with anecdotes for the curious and tips and techniques for the adventurous

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It’s worth noting that in about a third of cases Olly offers alternatives, such as swapping vodka in for gin in a Gimlet, or serving a Mexican Firing Squad in a tall glass with soda for a longer drink.Beautifully illustrated with mouthwatering photography, this book includes long and short drinks, still and sparkling, fruity and refreshing, as well as creamy and indulgent – you’ll never tire of trying new concoctions.

Whether you're planning a lavish party or just indulging in a nightcap - THE CLASSIC COCKTAIL BIBLE gives you a range of inspirations to create the exotic and the timeless. Despite this being one of our favourite cocktails if we are ‘out out’, we’ve never made one at home. Come down the travelators, exit Sainsbury's, turn right and follow the pedestrianised walkway to Crown Walk and turn right - and Coles will be right in front of you.The title of Olly Smith’s latest book, Home Cocktail Bible, set a whole bunch of expectations for my husband and me, and we’re guessing the same applies to you. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There’s also a selection of fantastic insider tips, a full glossary of terms and step-by-step guides to mastering different techniques.

There’s no way we knew that we could use vodka for the Gimlet without reading through the alternatives under the recipes in the Gin chapter. An A-Z collection of classic and contemporary cocktailsFrom the ABC to the Manhattan and the Negroni to the Zombie, The Cocktail Bible is an A-Z collection of 200 classic and contemporary cocktails. Beautifully illustrated with mouth-watering full colour photography, the book includes long and short drinks, still and sparkling, fruity and refreshing as well as creamy and indulgent - you'll never tire of trying the new concoctions. Illustrated with colour photography and useful flavour wheels throughout, and with clear instructions for the flawless cocktail, Home Cocktail Bible is an indispensable addition to your home bar.This book is your invitation to sip through the cocktail alphabet and includes an introduction covering fundamentals like glassware and garnishing. Beautifully illustrated with mouth-watering full colour photography, the book includes long and short drinks, still and sparkling, fruity and refreshing as well as creamy and indulgent – you’ll never tire of trying the new concoctions. Items which are made of natural materials such as wood, leather or marble may also vary in colour and pattern. Includes some interesting facts and figures including a list of the different glasses and tools used in cocktail making.