The Ultimate Cocktail Book
Author(s): Hamlyn
Whether you are planning a cocktail party or are just in the mood for an exotic drink, The Ultimate Cocktail Book is the only reference you will need. With over 200 recipes from classics such as the Dry Martini and Tequila Sunrise to the more exotic Mai Tai and Singapore Sling, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Fun facts and interesting anecdotes will wow your friends and family. For instance, did you know that a Martini should traditionally be stirred, not shaken? Or that the Daiquiri was invented by an American mining engineer because he ran out of gin? Or that the Harvey Wallbanger was named after a Californian surfer who bounced off the walls after drinking too many cocktails? Expert tips on preparing and serving cocktails, will help you to create perfect cocktails every time!
Product Information
The UK hardback edition of this book sold over 115,000 copies worldwide. Homemade cocktails are the perfect way to impress dinner party guests, and the popularity of cocktails in the UK is rising year on year.
Introduction. Including: History, Origins and Culture. Essential Equipment. Glasses. Ice. Decorating Your Cocktails. Throwing a Cocktail Party. The Classics. Including: Dry Martini. Gin Sling. Manhatten. Daiquiri. Egg Nog. Sea Breeze. Harvey Wallbanger. Margarita. Tequila Sunrise. Long Island Ice Tea. Strictly Spirits. Including: Hair Raiser. Vodka Sour. White Lady. Vodka Martini. New Yorker. Black Russian. Brandy Cuban. Bouncing Bomb. Grenada Cocktail. Gimlet. Tall Drinks. Including: Classic Pimms. Havana Zombie. Mississippi Punch. Virginia Mint Julep. Sangria. Bellini. Summer Cup. Hawaiian Vodka. Blue Champagne. Pernod Fizz. Exotic Cocktails Including: Singapore Gin Sling. Juliana Blue. Havana Beach. Frozen Pineapple Daiquiri. Coco Loco. American Beauty. Moscow Mule. Siamese Slammer. New Orleans Dandy. Millennium Cocktail. Alcohol-free Cocktails Including: San Francisco. All Shook Up. Grapefruit Mint Cooler. Brown Horny Toad. Tenderberry. Limeade. Caribbean Cocktail. Prohibition Punch. Nairobi Night. River Cruise. Index and Acknowledgements.
General Fields
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- : Octopus Publishing Group
- : Hamlyn
- : 0.635
- : 31 May 2011
- : 273mm X 160mm X 20mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Hamlyn
- : Paperback
- : 120
