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# Cocktails: A Beginners Guide to Making Classic and Contemporary Cocktails at Home Paperback – March 1, 2014

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Very useful, especially in e-format
  

*by V***R on Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2014*

The book is written in a simple language and it's a pleasure to read. There is almost no useless info, only the essence. Another fact I enjoy is that the author gives one recipe and doesn't go into details, like "in some bars a drop of that added" or "one may also try to add this", etc. There is no history of cocktails neither. Mayby for a reader with a serious approach and an intention to go deep into details this is a drawback but if you want to mix few drinks for the evening, that's good. Another issue I enjoy is that "Ingredients" mean ingredients, not "you'll need". What I mean is that only drinks are enumerated in the section, no "ice", "rocks-glass" etc. For me it is an advantage. IMHO, the person who decides to make cocktails should be prepared to have ice and a jigger. At the same time if you have a list of 8 items, of which 5 are tools you loose time to take the bottles you need from the bar. It's a question of seconds but still irritates.Taking into account all these things I would say that it is an extremely useful book to have in your... mobile phone. Probably for the shelf I'd prefer a bigger one with the history of mixology and famous cocktails, numerous photos, etc. But to fulfill the task it works perfectly.One more item to mention: the book uses US customary units, not metric system which was less convenient for a Russian guy, but all in all it's not a problem.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Just bought and read...
  

*by 3***P on Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2014*

So, just bought the book and read through it so thought I would give some initial observations on it.What I'm writing about here is the information people who may be considering buying the book should know.I've made 2 cocktails from the book for my wife and I, both were excellent but I can't speak for the other 98 recipes in the book.This book will not teach you to be a skilled bartender. Instead the aim (as stated by the author) is to teach you how to make cocktails in your home.In this area the author does his job very, very well. He has removed any complexity from the "art of making cocktails" and seems to have broken everything down.The book also covers the following:- How you can set up your own bar at home- Bartender Lingo and Terminology- The equipment you need etc.In my opinion the book has one or two issues and this is why I avoided giving it a 5 star review:- Half of the cocktails need a piece of equipment or two to make them. This is a problem to me as it means I need to go buy equipment.- The bartender terminology section was needless in my opinion. Seemed like filler content. However I may be in the minority here as I am not a big fan of bars.Overall the author puts together a solid book.Once I have tried more of the recipes I will considering changing my star rating. As for now the book will remain at 4 stars in my opinion.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    A great guide to cocktails, both modern and traditional
  

*by G***E on Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2014*

I have a copy of Mr. Boston's Official Bartending Guide (1981) and as you can see, it's really outdated. I was happy to see this on Amazon and since my man and I enjoy an afternoon cocktail every day, I picked it up right away.The list of cocktails is very long and covers a wide selection of alcohols. I love some of the names; Humble Pie, A Russian Italian, and Donkey Kick to name a few. Whatever your preference, you're sure to find something here to suit your preference and expand your list of pre-dinner cocktails.Simple to follow recipes with some examples of different methods of setting up bars for entertainment. This book will replace my Mr. Boston Guide and be on my shelf for a long time.

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