The heavily illustrated Martini Field Guide tells you everything you need to know about Martini culture.
The Martini Field Guide is as potent as the gin used to make the iconic drink. Both cocktail connoisseurs and Happy Hour newbies will lose themselves in this book, featuring vintage ads and imagery from some of the world’s top distillers, as they read about the Martini’s muddled origins and how an American concoction became popular worldwide. 
Inside this guide, you will find: 

• 50 cocktail recipes, from traditional versions to intriguing variations
• A guide to garnishes, glassware, and tools to ensure your martini is just right
• A scientific breakdown of the age-old debate: shaken or stirred?
• A spin through bars around the glove known for their martinis
• Profiles of gin and vermouth producers that will help you stock your liquor cabinet

Whether you prefer it shaken or stirred, dry or dirty, The Martini Field Guide is a heavily illustrated book that provides plenty of ways to think about, make, and drink this popular cocktail, making for the perfect addition to any cocktail lover’s collection.