DIY Cocktails: A Simple Guide to Creating Your Own Signature Drinks
by Marcia Simmons and Jonas Halpern

Published by Adams Media

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Black Rose, Blood Orange Tequila and Soda, Kentucky Apple Sour: the newest trend in cocktails is creating your own! Now, the editors of DrinkoftheWeek.com have concocted the only guide that teaches you to create your own infallible thirst-quenchers. Using a simple system of basic ratios, you will learn to:

• Mix new flavor combinations for the perfect new blend using the Flavor Profile Chart as a guide
• Master advanced mixology techniques from infusing liquors at home to creating custom-flavored syrups
• Serve the perfect drink every time, whether it kicks off a rowdy party or winds down a romantic evening!
  

With only ten ratios to master, you'll shake, stir, roll, and build literally thousands of unique and exceptional cocktails. All you need is a good thirst, an active imagination -- and DIY Cocktails!

pub date: 2011-04-18 | Paperback | 9781440507502