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Category: Books - Food & Drink - Cocktails

Classic cocktails are the ABCs of the craft of mixology. Drinks like the Daiquiri, Old Fashioned, and Negroni are timeless, universally beloved, and versatile. A perfect Margarita or Manhattan will never go out of style. When made with good technique and the occasional creative flourish, these drinks transform from everyday staples to supernovas of deliciousness. Anybody can learn to mix killer versions of these storied cocktails with aplomb, but as every bartender knows, getting really good at it takes a bit of practice. There are a few dozen ways to make a great Martini, and a million ways to mess one up.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Violet U. ★★★★★

I finally nailed a proper Daiquiri on my second try thanks to the ratio breakdowns, and the Old Fashioned chapter explained the sugar-and-bitters balance better than any video I've watched. It's a slim book, but every page earns its spot.

Leo ★★★★★

The Negroni section alone justified the purchase—finally a book that explains why equal parts actually works instead of just listing measurements. The history notes on the Old Fashioned are a nice touch too.

Timothy E. ★★★★★

I've made three Daiquiris this week and each one finally tasted like a real bar version. The book breaks down why the classics work before it hands you the recipe, which is exactly what I needed.

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