• Make traditional and trendy cocktails
• Become a master of mixology
• Stock your bar like a pro
• Mix up 1,000+ drink recipes

Discover how to mix drinks that will please every palate

This hands-on, friendly guide to bartending shows you how to become a master mixologist, from stocking your bar and working with the right tools and garnishes to discovering the latest and greatest in new cocktails. Whether you’re just getting started with bartending or looking for fresh ideas, Bartending For Dummies is the perfect how-to resource for making great drinks.

• Set ‘em up — get the inside scoop on what tools and glassware you need for your bar
• Stock up — know how much liquor and supplies to have on hand for a great get-together
• A bit of background — review the various types of liquors, their origins, and their characteristics
• Mix it up — make over 1,000 simple drink recipes with easy-to-follow instructions
• The after-party — find out how to get rid of hiccups and tend to hangovers

Open the book and find:

• The right glassware to use for each drink
• How to create unforgettable garnishes for your cocktails
• The best way to set up any size bar
• Charts and measures related to drink mixing
• Hints for serving and storing beer, wine, and liquors
• Over 1,000 recipes for professional-grade drinks
• How to make great nonalcoholic drinks