Burns Night, Carnival, Afternoon Tea, Fish & Chips: the UK boasts an incredible array of flavours, traditions and cultures that everyone can be proud of. And the best part? They've inspired over 70 cocktail recipes from drinks expert Emma Stokes... Whether it's a smoky Bonfire Night old fashioned, a summery Earl Grey mar-tea-ni, Elizabeth II’s beloved Gin and Dubonnet, or inventive twists on famous (and unexpected) cocktails invented in the UK, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to add a dash of British spirit to any occasion, come rain or shine. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with helpful guides to glassware, techniques and championing the best British alcohol brands and suppliers, The Great British Cocktail is the perfect gift for cocktail-lovers, budding mixologists and anyone in search of fresh and adventurous inspiration for their drinks trolley. Cocktails include... - Rhubarb & Custard: a sweetshop version of the classic Miami Vice- Chippy Martini: a subtle tribute to the classic Friday dinner- Scottish Spritz: with Irn Bru as the star ingredient- Bah! Humbug: what if Ebenezer Scrooge had lived in the 1960s?
