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Try one of the 50 recipes perfected by some of the world's best bartenders, and discover the fascinating story of the ingredient behind every well-made drink. Delve into the world of bitters, guided by an expert author, and learn how to make the perfect cocktail in your own home. Choose from Bitter, Sweet, Salt, Sour or Umami cocktails to find your perfect drink and master the basic recipes to cement your bartending flair. This exceptional collection of cocktail recipes showcases the different characteristics of bitters and how they can refine a cocktail in unique ways. Enjoy anything from a Brandy Crusta, Dry Martini or an Anejo Highball to a Lady Columbia, Celery Gimlet or a Pisco Sour. Former bartender, cocktail historian and founder of the House of Botanicals bitters and spirits company, Adam Elan-Elmegirab explains how bitters came to be an integral part of a perfected cocktail and outlines the key botanicals, the science of flavour and summarizes the key techniques for making great cocktails.