diffordsguide Cocktails: The Bartender's Bible
Cocktails: The Bartender’s Bible the quintessential reference for anyone interested in making alcoholic concoctions. Before giving the recipes, Difford provides readers with the ultimate context for bartending,  with sections on “Bartending Basics,” “Bartender’s Kit,”  “Glassware,” “Garnishes,” and “Key Ingredients.”  Drink recipes are listed A–Z, with each specifying the glass, garnish, recipe, variants (if any), comments from the author, and the origin of the drink. A small color photograph accompanies each entry, while “Bartender’s Tips” throughout the volume offer valuable techniques to ensure the highest-quality cocktail. A great feature of this resource is the “New/Updated” designation next to the name of the cocktail, allowing owners and users of previous editions to identify recipe variations and new additions. --Janet  Pinkley