Dress to Impress: special cocktails requiring a little more prep or an unusual ingredient here and there. A hot buttered rum is smoothed out with “nutty, indulgent” melted peanut butter, while the espresso martini is transformed into a rum-based mocha martini with a spoonful of chocolate hazelnut spread. To demystify the practice, the authors have crafted a book that spells things out in clear and illustrative fashion. As well as writing for a number of different publications around the world, such as the Telegraph and World of Fine Wine, they also appear regularly on TV and act as judges for the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) awards. This drink comes from a wonderful trip Harrison and Ridley took to Porto in northern Portugal, and takes its name from the majestic Douro Valley, the heartland of port production.

His third book, Straight Up, co-authored with Harrison has taken him around the world exploring over 500 of the world’s greatest drinking experiences, from award-winning US craft distilleries to some of Japan’s finest drinking establishments and boutique cocktail bars. Simon Rimmer The trend of cocktail making at home is set to continue now that so many of us appreciate how a delicious cocktail can make any evening special, and it really does not have to be time consuming. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH).Simple-yet-delicious” cocktails are divided into three cheekily-titled chapters: No Shake, Sherlock consists of drinks requiring minimal preparation. The authors divide their 60-second concoctions into three groups (“No Shake Sherlock,” “Shake It Up,” and “Magnificent Mixes”) and color code the libations for selecting based on mood, flavor, or occasion. But no matter to what page you turn, you’re guaranteed easy-to-follow infographics on how to artfully assemble your creations. Three chapters represent differing levels of cocktail complexity: ‘No Shake, Sherlock’, ‘Shake it up’ and ‘Magnificent Mixes’.

The depth of Harrison and Ridley’s understanding of the world of distillation is a key element of the book. For the last six years Harrison has sat as a judge for the International Wine and Spirits Challenge (IWSC) where today he holds the role of a Trophy Judge and Chairman across Scotch whisky and spirits. Simon RimmerThe trend of cocktail making at home is set to deny now that so many of us appreciate how a delicious cocktail can make any evening special, and it really does not have to be time consuming. The last few years have seen him contribute to a number of different newspapers and other publications around the world including The Independent, The Evening Standard, BBC Good food, Aston Martin magazine, the Monocle media outlets, and the Whisky Magazine franchise in China, France and the UK (where he was the previous Editor-at-Large. The book came together because Neil and I were always messing around with cocktails at home, and making really delicious concoctions that weren't difficult to put together,” says Harrison.Get ready to wow your guests with classic cocktails and contemporary innovations, all shaken, stirred, or otherwise concocted in around a minute, thanks to Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley’s upbeat guide 60-Second Cocktails. She reports on art, design and architecture, as well as covering regular news stories across all channels. Harrison’s work can be seen across a number of different publications around the world including The World of Fine Wine, The Daily Telegraph, Harrods Man, and Whisky Magazine in the UK, France and Hong Kong. The duo have been shortlisted multiple times for the International Wine and Spirits Challenge 'Communicator of the Year' award. We've always been very passionate about the idea that people can make cocktails quickly and simply—and also quite cheaply—but quite often they choose to open a bottle of wine or a can of beer.

This firm foundation gives the audience all they’ll need to dive into the easy recipes that follow, each introduced in approachable, appealing form: you’ll learn how to make a bright, simple Paloma, and how to garnish it for maximum wow; how to incorporate aquafaba into drinks for a stunning vegan-friendly foam; and how to stir up an Olive Oil Gibson—a visually striking spin on the classic.One beverage to note, and a feature in the ‘Magnificent Mixes’ chapter, is the Banana Bread Daiquiri. No matter what page you turn to , you’re guaranteed easy-to-follow infographics on how to artfully assemble your creations. Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley prove that mixing cocktails at home doesn't have to be time-consuming or complicated; it's fun, simple, and affordable! Add all the ingredients except the ginger ale to your glass and stir with the bar spoon for a few seconds to mix together. They begin with the basics, introducing the ingredients, tools, and glasses that home barkeeps should strive to have on hand, including tequila, gin, and brandy and liqueurs and mixers, like simple syrup and triple sec.