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Title: Okay as a reference, but missing some popular drinks.
Review: Has some interesting info about the history, processes of distilling, etc., about alcohol. It is a fairly comprehensive guide, however, I don't think it is a "bible" of drinks. It is missing some "modern classics" such as the Cosmopolitan. Also, I only found one recipe for mulled or hot spiced wine. (One of my cookbooks has about 8 variations on this). This book may be good as a starter guide, or supplement to others, but it does not cover everything. Also, it would be nice to have some photographs for those of us who are "home" bartenders and could use some more visual information about presentation. (There are some black ink sketchs of glass styles, equipment, but that's about it). The hardback version, though, does have a handy "flippable" binding style. My final score - acceptable, but not the best.
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