Classic Cocktails and Fancy Drinks

Step into the world of classic cocktails with Angostura® Bitters. Celebrating its 200th anniversary, Angostura® Bitters is essential in timeless drinks such as the Old Fashioned, Manhattan and Champagne Cocktail. This iconic ingredient has not only helped shape the history of cocktails, but has truly stood the test of time.

Now readers can explore a range of classic cocktails and fancy drinks specially designed to showcase its distinct and versatile flavour. Find simple three-ingredient cocktails such as a sweet Stone Fence, an elegant Star and a savoury Tuxedo, or cool off on a summer's day with a refreshing Queen's Park Swizzle, the iconic Singapore Sling or a zesty Daiquiri. Go heavy on the liquor with a sophisticated Martini, the fresh Fitzgerald or spiced Mandarin Sazerac, or go for a low alcohol option such as a tangy Lemon Lime and Bitters, a herbal Green Mind Collins and a fruity Sober Summer Cup.

As you explore these classic drinks, delve into the rich history of Angostura® Bitters to find out how it was originally created as a medicine, how nineteenth century sailors used the bitters to invent the Pink Gin cocktail and why the label is too big for the bottle. Beautifully photographed and designed with a host of timeless recipes and twisted takes on classic drinks, this is the perfect book for any cocktail lover.