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	Vintage Cocktails by Laziz Hamani Explores the lost art of mixing the perfect drink , 140 pp, $100.00. Buy now
	The Cocktail Primer by Eben Klemm The original cocktails Eben Klemm creates as master mixologist for BR Guest Restaurants in New York City are the talk of the town. Now you can learn to mix like a master with 'The Cocktail Primer: All You Need to Know to Make the Perfect Drink'. In this mixology guide to creating both classic cocktails and modern twists, Klemm teaches people on the other side of the bar how to make drinks at home. Klemm's philosophy is simple: You don't need to memorise a thousand cocktail recipes; you just need to have a perfunctory knowledge of the basic families into which drinks are divided. Hardback, 128 pp, $29.95. Buy now
	Organic, Shaken and Stirred by Paul Abercrombie Organic is everywhere these days, including the cocktail scene. Trendsetting bars and bartenders across the country are adding organic drinks to their menus, and now it's possible to make these cutting edge creations at home with this collection of 100 eco-friendly, organic cocktails featuring cutting edge flavors and fresh ingredients. In five chapters, Paul Abercrombie offers such innovative recipes as the Saffron Margarita, Blackberry Mojito, and Lavender Lemon Drop, accompanied by stunning four-color photos throughout. , 176 pp, $31.95. Buy now
	How to Drink by Victoria Moore In the past few decades, many of us have become sophisticated about food, but we have not given the same attention to what we drink. In 'How to Drink' Victoria Moore aims to redress the balance, by showing how to drink well throughout the seasons and at all times of day. She explains how to make the most delicious coffee and juices; how to choose wine that complements your food; and how to make cocktails for every occasion - whether to serve a garden barbecue, as a cold weather aperitif, or just to unwind with at the end of the day. Here are recipes for mint juleps in the spring, sloe gin in the autumn, hot buttered rum in the winter, and year-round showstoppers including the world's best gin and tonic. Hardback, 352 pp, $24.95. Buy now
	Little Pink Book of Cocktails by Madeline Teachett Men may have their little black book of cocktails - but now women have one just for them, in feminine pink, fashionably designed, and with a lovely textured cover embossed with red foil. What better way for busy girls to entertain than by using this fabulous little gem to help spark up their marvelous social lives... along with setting the right mood for that little hottie that is coming over? Inside, gals will find witty quotes and words of wisdom as well as fabulous drinks from Cosmos to Appletinis to other fun and exciting and easy to make shots, drinks, and cocktails. Best-selling girlfriend expert Jennifer Worick, co-author of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Dating & Sex, provides an entertaining introduction. Paperback, 64 pp, $14.99. Buy now
	The Big Book of Cocktails by Brian Lucas Presents the information you need to become the cocktail-maker. With an introduction on glass types, the right way to shake, mix and muddle, this book helps you to indulge in the 405 recipes, with chapters on gin, rum, vodka, tequila, champagne and other spirits. It includes features on 25 'classic cocktails' from the Manhattan to the Sidecar , 728 pp, $39.99. Buy now
	The Big Book of Cocktails by Brian Lucas Today's growing number of cocktail drinkers will be stirred, not shaken, by this fabulously illustrated compendium of cocktail recipes and techniques. From Sazerac to Pimm's Cup, Manhattan to Moscow Mule, Whisky Sour and Dry Martini to Sidecar and Blue Blazer--it's all here. What are the essential ingredients and equipment needed to stock a bar? What shape of glass goes with which cocktail? What are the best methods for layering drinks, zesting lemons, or salting the rims of glasses? And what if a recipe calls for muddling? Graphic symbols indicate the alcohol content of each recipe--and there are even some drinks without alcohol. This is an indispensable guide for all hosts--and professional bartenders, too. , 728 pp, $39.95. Buy now
	The Bubbly Bar by Maria C. Hunt Champagne and sparkling wine sales are exploding. People are sidling up to the bar for champagne drinks and bartenders are mixing them with everything from rum and gin to seasonal fruit and handcrafted syrups to create delicious cocktails. Categorized into Classics, Bubbletinis, Fruitful Fizz, Rose-Colored, Latin Libations, Floral-Flavored, and Happy Endings (dessert) cocktails, "The Bubbly Bar" emphasizes intense flavour combinations, fresh ingredients, and minimal effort. With creative recipes the home bartender can make to impress friends--from classics like the Kir Royale (champagne and Cassis) or the Bellini (Prosecco and peach puree) to more contemporary pairings like the Ginger Snap (sparkling sake and ginger root). , 112 pp, $34.95. Buy now
	Art of the Cocktail by Ben Reed In The Art of the Cocktail, award-winning bartender and best-selling author Ben Reed tells you all you need to know about the art of making the perfect cocktail. In Behind the Bar, he takes you back to the basics of mixology. With a whistle-stop tour of the base spirits you'll discover what makes each drink perfect for mixing in cocktails. In Equipment and Techniques, Ben tells you how to shake or stir a martini and explains what to do with a 'muddler'. There's information on the must-have tools of the trade and using the correct glass. With more than 200 recipes, there's a drink to suit any taste. Start with a Power Aperitif, then create an irresistible Champagne Cocktail or impress your guests with one of the Smashes such as a minty Mojit Paperback, 192 pp, $39.95. Buy now
	Peterson's Holiday Helper by Valerie Peterson "How to recapture those blissful holidays of yore? What's the secret? I searched and searched and -after a whole hour on the Internet- I found the answer: liquor." Yes, says Valerie Peterson, the antidote to holiday stress is, quite simply, to keep good spirits in you. Whether you need to ease the friction at the Thanksgiving table, dull the guilt of smashing one of Great-Grandmama's heirloom Christmas ornaments, or take the bite out of a New Year's Day hangover, the collection of cocktails and tips in Peterson's Holiday Helper will keep you afloat. With festive, original concoctions (such as Pilgrim Sangria and the Ginerous Regift) as well as time-honored classics (Mulled Wine and Eggnog), Peterson administers easy and delicious pick-me- Hardback, 128 pp, $29.95. Buy now
	Bartending Basics by Cheryl Charming Helps reader master more than 400 cocktails, including classic drinks like Margaritas, Martinis, Vodka Gimlets, Mai-Tais, and Mojitos. Breaking down drinks in a visually organized format, this book also helps readers grasp the cocktail-connection. It includes chapters that cover, glassware, bar tools, basic techniques, terminology, and mixers Paperback, 256 pp, $39.95. Buy now
	Zero-proof Cocktails by Liz Scott Featuring fresh and festive beverages, What to Drink When You're Not Drinking is the perfect elixir for anyone weary of uninspired liquor-free libations. Tired of the limited choices available to nondrinkers, chef and mixologist Liz Scott set out to create and share tempting zeroproof concoctions that complement any meal and satisfy every craving. Her alternatives to classic drinks, such as the Cosmopolitan Charade, Toasted Almond Cordial, Raspberry Razzletini, and Strawberry White Sangria, will make every family gathering and chic party a memorable one-for everyone , 144 pp, $27.95. Buy now
	SkinnyTinis by Teresa M. Howes This book features more than 70 ways to enjoy cocktail hour - without worrying about the calories. For people watching their weight, enjoying the occasional cocktail can be a problem, since the average mixed drink contains over 300 calories. Now Teresa Howes comes to the rescue with scores of cocktail recipes that average only 142 calories each - but have the same great flavor and alcohol content as their full-calorie counterparts. From a Skinny Appletini and a Skinny Cosmopolitan to a Skinny Mojito and a Skinny Margarita, these guilt-free drinks feature low-sugar or sugar-free mixers, fresh fruit, and other clever ways to cut the calories. With 39 beautiful color photographs plus a section on diet-friendly drinks people can order at a bar , 144 pp, $24.95. Buy now
	Bixology by Eve O'Neill and Doug Bix Biederbeck In the spirit of Schott's Miscellany, comes Bixology, a compilation of drink recipes, favorite snack recipes, and plenty of facts and fun information about drinks, food, literature, music, and art. Bix, the San Francisco supper club embodies all these things and this small volume will convey the spirit of the restaurant and the lifestyle of those who frequent it. Divided into three chapters, Salutations, Celebrations, Reparations Simple Pleasures and, Clever Rhymes and Complex Forms, readers can find out such interesting tidbits as The Ten Essential Books for Book Lovers chosen by Bix owner Doug Beiderbeck Bix's Ten Essential Party Foods (Crab Rolls, Steak Tartare for example) and, Bix's Ten Essential Cocktails, starting with the famous Neg , 160 pp, $34.95. Buy now
	Tequila 100 by Ray Foley The Most Incredible, Comprehensive Collection of Everything You Can Make, Drink, and Discover about Tequila! Ray Foley, publisher of Bartender magazine, presents 1,000 cocktails, food recipes, fascinating facts, and resources about the spirit that inspired such marvelous inventions as the Margarita, the Tequila Sunrise, and Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken. Discover: --700 unbeatable tequila cocktails --50 fascinating facts about tequila --Information on 70 producers of tequila --130 tequila websites and resources --50 delicious food recipes Never before has this much information on tequila been collected in one place. From the #1 name in bartending, The Tequila 1000 is a must-have for bartenders, cooks, and anyone who loves tequila. Paperback, 304 pp, $23.95. Buy now
	Mr. Boston by Anthony Giglio The new updated edition of America's bestselling drink-mixing guide since 1935, Mr. Boston: Official Bartender's Guide has been the resource of choice for generations of professionals and amateurs alike. Now this classic is better than ever, with updated information, 200 new drink recipes, and new photography. More than 1,400 recipes range from classic cocktails to today's trendiest drinks, all presented alphabetically with clear, easy-to-follow instructions. With the latest lowdown on liquors, beers, and wines, plus savvy advice on equipment, bar setup, and more, Mr. Boston has it all. Mr. Boston, part of the Barton Brands group, has been a widely recognized name in the bartending world for more than 70 years. The Mr. Boston brand includes , 312 pp, $19.95. Buy now
	It's 5 O'clock Somewhere by Colleen Mullaney Cheers! It's always the 5 o'clock cocktail hour somewhere - and this collection of tasty international libations invites the reader to think globally and entertain locally, with more than 60 luscious recipes, serving suggestions and fascinating national trivia. Does Chile beckon? Mix up some Pisco Sours, learn fun facts about the country to impress friends. Feeling Parisian? Try the City of Light's favourite champagne cocktail, the Baccarat, put on some French music and voila! Or, go tropical with a Rum Runner, Goombay Smash, or Port of Call. So start pouring and open up the passport to good times! , 144 pp, $29.99. Buy now
	The Cocktail 2 by Jane Rocca Captures the spirit of every spirit. Learn about the warm companionship of vodka, the old school primmness of gin and the tropical abandon of rum. Hardback, 126 pp, $29.95. Buy now
	Little Box of Cocktails Gift Set A perfect party companion for cocktail lovers: three colourful and elegantly photographed books, filled with recipes and packaged together in a slipcase. One volume focuses entirely on gin, another on tequila, and a third on vodka, for a total of 150 tasty concotions. To add to the fun, they all include bartending tips, anecdotes and background on the drink names. Gin Cocktails has evertying from the famous dry martini to the exotic cherry julep. Tequila features the classic Margarita and Sunrise, and temptations such as South of the Border, with Kahlua and lime juice. Vodka begins with the Moscow Mule and serves up all the favourites including the Bloody Mary, Black Russian, Screwdriver and fruity Carribean Cruise. , 288 pp, $29.99. Buy now
	The Bartenders' Black Book by Stephen Kittredge Cunningham The newest and ninth edition to the Bartenders' Black Book franchise adds 143 brand-new recipes that were created by bartenders, professional and laymen, around the world in the last two years. That brings the total beverage count to 3,000, more than double that of any other drink guide. All the sections have been expanded and updated, including Robert M. Parker, Jr.'s Vintage Guide and Mr. Cunningham's already vast Martini section. Of course this book still has all its classic features: an index by ingredients, in-depth mixing instructions, metric conversion tables, a list of every possible garnish, sections on hot drinks, frozen drinks, beers, ales, lagers, and malternatives , 288 pp, $29.95. Buy now