Ever wondered how to mix a Manhattan or build a B52? What exactly goes in a Cosmopolitan, and how does the salt stay on the rim of your Margarita glass? In The Art of the Cocktail, award-winning bartender and best-selling author Ben Reed tells you all you need to know about the art of making the perfect cocktail.
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Ben begins by exploring the glamorous origins and culture of the cocktail, celebrating its lasting appeal. In Behind the Bar, he takes you right back to the basics of mixology.
With a whistle-stop tour of the staple cocktail liquors, from vodka to rum, you'll discover what makes each liquor perfect for mixing in cocktails. There's an invaluable list of what to have in your personal bar, plus a section on balancing the flavors in cocktails, with hints and tips on the best garnishes and mixers to complement your drink. In Equipment and Techniques, Ben tells you just how to shake or stir a martini, and explains what to do with a "muddler." There's information on the must-have too
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