The Ultimate Guide to 78 Popular Cocktails: a Complete Bartender’s Reference & Culinary Recipes Book

The Ultimate Guide to 78 Popular CocktailsA Complete Bartender’s ReferenceTable of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1: Classic Cocktails (1-20)Old FashionedManhattanMartiniNegroniWhiskey SourDaiquiriMojitoMargaritaCosmopolitanSazeracMint JulepSidecarAviationLast WordBoulevardierPaper PlaneRamos Gin FizzVieux CarréBlood and SandBee’s KneesChapter 2: Gin-Based Cocktails (21-35) 21. Gimlet 22. Tom Collins 23. Gin and Tonic 24. French 75 25. Bramble 26. Clover Club 27. Corpse Reviver #2 28. Vesper 29. Hanky Panky 30. Southside 31. Martinez 32. Pink Lady 33. Sloe Gin Fizz 34. Singapore Sling 35. Negroni SbagliatoChapter 3: Rum-Based Cocktails (36-45) 36. Cuba Libre 37. Piña Colada 38. Dark ‘n’ Stormy 39. Hurricane 40. Painkiller 41. Mai Tai 42. Zombie 43. Planters Punch 44. Caipirinha 45. El PresidenteChapter 4: Vodka-Based Cocktails (46-55) 46. Moscow Mule 47. Bloody Mary 48. White Russian 49. Black Russian 50. Espresso Martini 51. Vodka Tonic 52. Sea Breeze 53. Bay Breeze 54. Cape Codder 55. Lemon DropChapter 5: Tequila & Mezcal Cocktails (56-65) 56. Paloma 57. Tommy’s Margarita 58. Tequila Sunrise 59. Mexican Mule 60. Oaxaca Old Fashioned 61. Mezcal Negroni 62. Ranch Water 63. Batanga 64. Naked and Famous 65. Division BellChapter 6: Contemporary & Modern Cocktails (66-78) 66. Aperol Spritz 67. Hugo 68. Elderflower Collins 69. Penicillin 70. Gold Rush 71. Porn Star Martini 72. Smoking Gun 73. Final Ward 74. Trinidad Sour 75. Brown Derby 76. Jungle Bird 77. Death in the Afternoon 78. Corpse Reviver #1Appendix A: Essential Bartending TechniquesAppendix B: Tools & Equipment GuideAppendix C: Glassware ReferenceAppendix D: Syrups & PreparationsIntroductionWelcome to the world’s most comprehensive guide to popular cocktails. This collection features 78 of the most beloved, requested, and historically significant cocktails from around the globe. From the timeless elegance of pre-Prohibition classics to innovative modern creations, each recipe has been carefully selected and tested to ensure perfect results every time.Whether you’re a professional bartender, an enthusiastic home mixologist, or simply someone who appreciates well-crafted drinks, this guide will serve as your essential reference. Each recipe includes precise measurements, detailed instructions, and professional tips to help you master the art of cocktail making.The cocktails are organized by base spirit and style, making it easy to find the perfect drink for any occasion. We’ve included three specific favorites that represent the diversity of cocktail culture: the Italian Negroni (a perfect balance of bitter and sweet), the Mexican Paloma (refreshing and vibrant), and the Russian-inspired Moscow Mule (crisp and effervescent).