Holiday Cocktails

by Jessica Strand, Laurie Frankel (Photographs)

Hardly bigger than most fruitcakes and much more fun, Holiday Cocktails is a complete guide to getting the mix right. This bartending bible features classics such as the cozy Hot Buttered Rum and the classy Kir Royale, as well as smart and sexy libations like the elegant Christmas Morning Mimosa and the virgin Gingersnap Punch. Holiday Cocktails is the place to turn for advice no matter what's on the holiday social calendar, whether it's a New Year's blow-out, a bustling dinner party, or an intimate night for two. In addition to scores of clever ideas and party-planning tips, author and veteran holiday hostess Jessica Strand includes her take on festive garnishes, glassware, and must-have ingredients for the most wonderful time of year. Decorated with sparkling photographs, this is both a fine addition to the home bar and a pretty present for the entertainer on Santa's list.

Genres: Cookbooks, Nonfiction

80 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Jessica Strand, former events coordinator at the Strand Book Store, is the associate director of public programs at the New York Public Library. She lives in New York.

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of fabulous drink ideas for around the Christmas holiday. There are even some non-alcoholic concoctions!

[Kristin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good library find... hoping to try out some ideas this Christmas!