Susan Bourgoin: 4 books

The martini is without a doubt the king of cocktails—an icon in modern society as well as in the cocktail culture worldwide. When Ian Fleming wrote the first vodka martini into literature (à la James Bond), the bar scene exploded with countless drink possibilities. From chocolate martinis to lemon...

Before cocktails, there were shots. It was simple: a shot of hard liquor alongside a beer. Today there are layered shots and flaming shots, world flag shots and fruit-based shots. They’re yours for the making with Just Shots. You’ll learn all the basics, including the essentials on glassware, pourers,...

With this concise guide in hand, they can now be enjoyed at home, whether on the back deck or at your home tiki bar.

For centuries, tending bar—whether for friends or professionally—has held a fascination for many. Whatever your plans, Knack Bartending Basics will allow you to instantly master more than 400 cocktails, including classics such as Margaritas, Martinis, Vodka Gimlets, Mai-Tais, and Mojitos. In a spirited...