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Name: Cocktails: More Than 100 Recipes to Sip, Stir, Blend and Shake
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ISBN: 9781639380695

✍️ Publications International Ltd

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A recipe collection with photos for home bartenders covering spirits, wine, and mocktails.

This volume prioritizes utility over history. It groups drinks by their base ingredient rather than by era or region. The inclusion of a tools guide helps beginners set up a functional station. The photography supports the text by showing finished drinks clearly. The mocktail chapter ensures inclusivity for all guests. The approach is straightforward and instructional.

Key Themes

cocktail recipes home bar setup spirit-free options

Literary Context

Published in September 2022, this book reflects a contemporary interest in accessible home entertaining. It targets American readers who wish to serve diverse drinks without professional training. The emphasis on variety and ease suits modern casual gatherings.

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📝 Description: Cocktails: More Than 100 Recipes to Sip, Stir, Blend and Shake

Publications International Ltd presents a practical guide to home bartending in this paperback volume. The text offers more than one hundred recipes for creating various alcoholic beverages. Readers will find instructions for shaking, stirring, blending, and mixing drinks such as classic martinis, morning mimosas, and festive sangrias. The book also includes sections dedicated to smash, swizzle, sour, and spritz styles of preparation. The content is organized into distinct chapters covering specific spirits and ingredients. These include whiskey, gin, vodka, tequila, rum, brandy, liqueurs, beer, cider, wine, and champagne. A dedicated section addresses spirit-free options for non-drinking guests. The volume also provides a home bar guide that outlines necessary tools, glassware, and basic cocktail ingredients to support effortless entertaining. Seventy-five full-page photographs illustrate the recipes throughout the 192 pages. This structure makes the book suitable for hosts seeking clear instructions and visual aids. It may not suit readers looking for deep historical analysis or complex mixology theory. The focus remains on accessible recipes and practical setup advice for the home bar.

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This book excels in clarity and accessibility, offering a functional guide for home bartenders who value results over romance. The ingredient-based structure simplifies shopping and planning, while the dedicated mocktail chapter ensures inclusivity for non-drinkers. However, enthusiasts seeking deep historical narratives or complex regional techniques will find it lacking. It is not for those who prefer elaborate storytelling with their recipes. This is a utilitarian tool for immediate use, focusing on getting the drink right rather than exploring its cultural background.

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⭐ eatbookfamily.com editorial review Editorial rating 4.5/5

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Home bartenders seeking practical guidance for creating drinks at home. Ideal for those who want clear instructions without historical context. Perfect for hosts preparing for casual gatherings or parties where a diverse selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is needed for all guests.

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4.4

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Eatbook Family editorial team

This book excels in clarity and accessibility, offering a functional guide for home bartenders who value results over romance. The ingredient-based structure simplifies shopping and planning, while the dedicated mocktail chapter ensures inclusivity for non-drinkers. However, enthusiasts seeking deep historical narratives or complex regional techniques will find it lacking. It is not for those who prefer elaborate storytelling with their recipes. This is a utilitarian tool for immediate use, focusing on getting the drink right rather than exploring its cultural background.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Yes, it features a dedicated mocktail chapter to ensure inclusivity for all guests who do not consume alcohol.

192 pages, paperback.

Published in 2022 by Publications International, Ltd..

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📖 Who should read this

📜 Historical context

This book focuses on making cocktails rather than their history, organizing recipes by the main spirit used. It provides a list of necessary equipment to help beginners create a working bar area. Clear images accompany each recipe to demonstrate the final product, keeping the guide simple and practical for everyday use.