<b>This is the ultimate guide to cocktail making, with practical, professional advice from cocktail expert Brian Lucas.</b><br><br>From timeless classics like the Old-fashioned to inventive new creations such as Grape Escape, this book shows how to create perfectly balanced and delicious drinks for any taste or palate.<br><li>Cocktails for every mood or occasion – whether that’s delectably sweet, sharp and zingy, smooth and creamy or subtle and sophisticated.<br></li><li>The very best of classics, modern twists on classics and innovative new mixes compiled by Brian Lucas, the creator of prestigious bars across the globe.<br></li><li>With guidance on the correct glasses to use and essential techniques such as infusing, garnishing, twisting, salting, layering, straining, shaking and stirring, you can hone your repertoire to perfection.<br></li><li>Intuitive icons make it easy to select cocktails based on strength, while reference lists provide suggestions for any prefere