Whether you Arte looking for simply easy Gin cocktails, flavoursome variations on a spritz or the chance to drink like you live in Downton Abbey, the cocktails books available through September will have you looking forward to cocktail hour.
The Martini Cocktail: A Meditation on the World’s Greatest Drink, with Recipes
A classic martini includes gin, vermouth, sometimes bitters, a lemon twist or olive, and lots of opinions–it’s these opinions that New York Times cocktail writer Robert Simonson uncovers in his exploration of the long and tangled history of the classic martini and its subtle variations. The book features examples of age-old recipes, such as the first martini recipe published in 1888, modern versions created by some of the world’s best bartenders, and martinis sought out by enthusiasts around the world, from Dukes Bar at the Dukes Hotel London to Musso and Frank Grill in Los Angeles. In The Martini Cocktail, you’ll discover everything you need to know about what components make a great martini, as well as a collection of 50 recipes to create your own drinks (and form your own opinions) at home.
Release date – September 17th – available through amazon
Schofields Classic Cocktail Cabinet
Internationally renowned mixologist Joe Schofield has worked at some of the best bars in the world, from the American Bar at The Savoy Hotel to the Tippling Club in Singapore. His reputation for creating superlative cocktails from classics to contemporary innovations has led to numerous awards and much acclaim within the bartending industry. His first book includes 100 recipes for the creme de la creme of classic cocktails with details on how to make them using only the finest ingredients, including his personal recommendations for the most suitable spirits, mixers and garnishes for each recipe
Release date – October 1st – available through amazon
Spritz Fever!: Sixty Champagne and Sparkling Wine Cocktails
WIth most spritzes low(ish) in ABV, they’re the ideal companion for any day-drinking event. And as Instagram attests, spritzes aren’t just a drink…they’re a lifestyle. These bubbly wonders speak to a careless Italian summer spent reclining by the beach in fine and flowing linen. It’s easy to forget that spritzes are so much more than just Aperol and bubbles. In this book, you’ll learn about the classic European liqueurs, like Cynar, Campari, Luxardo Bitter, Meletti, and more. Moreover, you’ll discover the nuances between prosecco, cava, and champagne can create different textures as the bubbles in each effervesce uniquely. Plus, read up on how citrus garnishes must be matched appropriately to each drink’s flavour profile and, of course, colour.
Release date – September 3rd – available through amazon
Sip: 100 gin cocktails with just three ingredients
Cocktails don’t need to be complicated. And this new book by the English company Sipsmith shows you just how easy and flavoursome they can be. Sip presents a 100 gin cocktails, each with no more than three ingredients that can be enjoyed at ant time of day and in any situation. Whether you are looking to enjoy a fuss-free summer sipper or indulge in a tasty winter warmer, this book has the drink for you. From time-honoured classics to modern cocktail twists, this is a book that will have you easily enjoying a gin cocktail whenever you fancy. Along the way, you will find expert mixing tips, drink history and stories worth reading over a martini or two.
Release date – October 1st – available through amazon
Gather Around Cocktails: Drinks to Celebrate Usual and Unusual Holidays
Gather Around Cocktails is a collection of 45 recipes that take you through a year of holidays and other unexpected occasions to celebrate with friends and family. Included are refreshing twists on classics like Christmas nogs, mulled wines, and New Year’s Eve and Day tipples, as well as cocktails for delightful new festivities: easy apres-ski drinks, a batched Superbowl spritz, and a romantic Valentine’s Day cocktail for two. Complete with tips on creative ways to serve your guests–from a self-serve bloody mary bar to a champagne tower–making drinks for two or 100 has never been easier. Part of The Hosting Hacks Series, this book is a smart recipe book that helps you with simplify and inspire more gatherings and celebrations.
Release date – September 24th – available through amazon
The Official Downton Abbey Cocktail Book: Appropriate Libations for All Occasions
Let’s be honest, this is the cocktail book you’ve been secretly hoping for. Timed to coincide with the much anticipated Downton Abbey movie, this enticing collection of cocktails celebrates the characters, customs, and drinking way of life at Downton Abbey. Cocktails were introduced in the drawing rooms of Downton Abbey in the 1920s when US prohibition inspired the insurgence and popularity of American-style bars and bartenders in Britain. This well-curated selection of recipes is organized by the rooms in the Abbey in which the drinks were served and spans everyday sips to party drinks plus hangover helpers and more. In addition to classic concoctions like a Mint Julep, Prince of Wales Punch, and Ginger Beer, this collection features character-specific variations such as Downton Heir, Turkish Attaché, The Valet, and The Chauffeur. The recipes reflect drinks concocted and served upstairs and down, as well as libations from village fairs, cocktail parties, and restaurant menus typical of the time. Features 40+ colour photographs, including drink images photographed on the set of Downton Abbey.
Release date – September 17th – available through amazon
