The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion: 151 Cocktails That Will Freshen Your Breath, Impress a Hot Date, Cure a Hangover, and More!

By Duane Swierczynski

Book Overview

Better Living Through Alcohol

Didn't think it was possible? Think again The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion features 151 new and classic cocktails designed to complement every situation imaginable . . . and then some. Whether you're getting married, going to prison, trying to lose weight, hoping to impress your coworkers, or watching your favorite James Bond flick, we've got your (gl)ass covered. Discover the perfect drink to

- relieve your cold (page 34)
- impress Julia Roberts (page 62)
- erase the memory of your own name (page 95)
- serve on the Fourth of July (page 117)
- order at a Star Trek convention (page 158)
- and much, much more

Complete with recipes for White Russians, French Martinis, Gin Rickeys, Harvey Wallbangers, Margaritas, Eggnog, and 145 other favorites, The Perfect Drink for Every Occasion is comprehensive enough to be the only bar book you'll ever need.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1594745072
• ISBN13: 9781594745072
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Quirk Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.0" x 7.0"

Customer Reviews

Pretty interesting

Great drinks, great sets ups and funny scenarios. The book is very descriptive and helpful. It gives good instructions and also gives options for substitute ingredients if you don't have everything you need. The "what not to do" hints are a great addition. Some drinks are a little outlandish, but it's overall pretty interesting. Definitely stands out from the rest of the drink/bartending books on my shelf.

A fun look through and some cute ideas

I got this book to build up my collection of drink books in the quest to be the best bartender ever!!! And the drinks are great and each one is designated to some occasion whether it be something really silly or the perfect drink for your 25th anniversary. I loved this book just to flip through and giggle at some of the pairs.

A pretty cool book for mixology fanciers

If you're the type of person who orders something different every time you go out, you'll like this. In fact, you'll probably like it even if you tend more towards simply getting a beer every time (like me). There's some unusual drinks in here, along with some interesting combinations of occasion and beverage. Recommended choices range from the mundane (a dollar draft when you've got a buck and change in your pocket) to the historical (a rum flip during the Revolutionary War) to the utterly odd (the Bullshooter, a hangover remedy involving vodka and beef broth). Situations listed include holidays, life events, people you want to impress, and massive hangovers. The writing is quite amusing and even includes information on what not to drink in a specific situation.

entertaining drink book

if you ever had a problem coming up with an excuse to drink, this funny book will help you out - plus it doubles as a coaster

Most Entertaining Drinks Book Ever!

If you're looking for a good, general selection of drinks and cocktails from which to start your home bar -- and be thoroughly entertained in the bargain -- your search is over! You'll find expert mixology for some standard drinks, along with some little known or forgotten cocktails throughout 2oth Century history, up to a few of the latest, trendy drinks. Sprinkled with historical and cultural references, notable quotes, and just plain fun stuff, you'll enjoy more than a few laughs even before you start sampling recipes! The language is sometimes "R-rated", so the easily offended should step lightly.The recipes in this book are not categorized alphabetically, but by "When You're In The Mood For...", "Special Occasions", "Drinks For Life Events", etc., which makes it supremely useful. There is an alphabetical index, plus an index by main spirit ingredient.I laughed out loud at several spots; by far the most hilarious and entertaining mixology book I've ever encountered!