The Pocket Book of Cocktails: Over 150 classic and contemporary recipes

From timeless classics to cool and current, youll find cocktails for every season and mood.From timeless classics to cool and current, youll find cocktails for every season and mood.The whiskey and gin revival has helped to herald the much-welcomed return of the cocktail. Classic cocktails have seen a surge of interest, such as the Old Fashioned (thanks largely to a certain Don Draper), New Orleans favourite the Sazerac, and Brazils national cocktail the Caipirinha.Featuring six chapters each showcasing a single spirit, youll find the perfect cool cocktail to suit your mood. Discover the versatility of vodka with a timeless Vodka Martini or kick-start your evening with a Moscow Mule. Sample some of the Gin cocktails that never go out of fashion, including the Negroni and the Tom Collins.In the past, whiskey was one of the least-used spirits for cocktail making, but its a different story these days. Let a Perfect Manhattan slip down nicely or surprise yourself with Blood & Sand. Rum is the cocktail makers new best friend and is the perfect base for summer cocktails, including a Daiquiri and a Mojito.Brandys rich smoothness can work wonders with cocktails such as the Stinger or Sidecar, while a Brandy Alexander is an ideal after-dinner drink for those with a sweet tooth. Finally, tequilas legendary quality as a good-time drink can be put to perfect use in a Margarita or a Tequila Sunrise.If youre planning a party and youre keen to impress friends with your mixing skills or if a beer doesnt quite feel special enough and youre after something different of an evening, then look no further.