The Daiquiri: Three Ingredients, Nowhere to Hide
Rum, lime, sugar, and nowhere to hide. The Daiquiri is the fastest test of whether your technique holds up.
The Art of Gathering
A Practical Guide to Martini Variations
There is no single correct Martini, but there are plenty of bad ones. Learn the variations before you start improvising.
Five Cocktails That Teach the Basics
Five classics teach balance, dilution, restraint, and technique better than a shelf full of recipes.