The Martini Cocktail Book

Shaken or stirred... an olive or a twist of lemon? Ask 10 people and you will get 10 different opinions about this classic cocktail. It's these opinions that New York Times cocktail writer Robert Simonson uncovers in The Martini Cocktail an exploration of the long and tangled history of the classic martini and its subtle variations. The first book in decades to celebrate and explore the history of the most iconic of classic cocktails, the martini, you'll discover everything you need to know about what components make a great martini, as well as a collection of 50 recipes to create your own drinks (and form your own opinions) at home. Beautiful photographs enhance the pages telling the story of this iconic libation. The Martini Cocktail by Robert Simonson. Published by Random House. Hardcover. 176 pages.