How to Fix the Perfect Cocktail

A classic cocktail relies on relatively few ingredients, so every element has to be just right. Bitters, those little bottles you will find in any bar worth its salt, are the unsung heroes of the cocktail world. Where would the Manhattan be without orange bitters? Where would the Old-fashioned be without angostura bitters?

Former bartender, cocktail historian, and founder of the House of Botanicals bitters and spirits company, Adam Elan-Elmegirab, presents the results of a decade of research into how bitters became an integral part of a perfected cocktail. He guides you from the early days of snake-oil salesmen through to the birth of the cocktail, Prohibition, and the renaissance of this little-known ingredient as an essential part of the contemporary bar scene.

Adam outlines the key botanicals and explains the science of flavour, describing how each characteristic can be deployed for maximum impact. He summarises the key techniques for making great cocktails. Most importantly, he provides 50 recipes created by him and some of the world’s leading bartenders. These exceptional drinks showcase the different characteristics of bitters and how they can refine a cocktail in unique ways.

How to Fix the Perfect Cocktail by Doctor Adam Elan-Elmegirab offers insightful guidance and innovative recipes for cocktail enthusiasts and professionals alike.