The duo have been shortlisted multiple times for the International Wine and Spirits Challenge 'Communicator of the Year' award. Between 2012 and 2015 Harrison held the position of Drinks Editor for the The Wall Street Journal India. The book has also been shortlisted as one of the Top 10 spirits books of the year at the 2015 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards and has been translated into thirteen different languages, recently including Complex Chinese.

It’s one of those things that seems like a good idea at the time, but in the end you regret not leaving it to the professionals.Most recently, he has taken on the role as regular drinks and cocktails contributor for the Sunday Telegraph. The depth of Harrison and Ridley’s understanding of the world of distillation is a key element of the book. The slightly more ambitious ‘Shake it up’ chapter covers cocktails that require a touch more effort and equipment – but still remain simple. These simple-yet-delicious cocktails are divided into three chapters: No Shake, Sherlock – the easiest to make, requiring little or no preparation, and using standard spirits and mixers; Shake It Up – slightly more complex concoctions that need a quick shake or stir; and Magnificent Mixes – special drinks for the more decadent drinking occasions which require a little more prep, or an unusual ingredient here and there.

To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Their second, Straight Up , was published in October 2017, followed by The World Atlas of Gin in 2019, which was shortlisted for the 2020 Tales Of The Cocktail Spirited Awards. The publisher of this book provided free copies of the book to have their book reviewed by a professional reviewer.These simple-yet-delicious cocktails are divided into three chapters: No Shake, Sherlock - the easiest to make, requiring little or no preparation, and using standard spirits and mixers; Shake It Up - slightly more complex concoctions that need a quick shake or stir; and Magnificent Mixes - special drinks for the more decadent drinking occasions which require a little more prep, or an unusual ingredient here and there. They break down the drinks into flavour groups and explain garnishes, glasses and equipment required. Everyone has found an innovative way to approach the subject, all the while republishing editions with updated introductions.

Grate some nutmeg on the top, add the cherry on its cocktail stick and sprinkle the top of the drink with flaked almonds to garnish, if you like.This bona fide classic is one of the most impressive party drinks and is devilishly easy drinking, with a delicate floral note and rich sweetness. No matter what page you turn to , you’re guaranteed easy-to-follow infographics on how to artfully assemble your creations. It plays very much on the aperitivo hour – that superbly chilled time where you take a moment to enliven the senses before dinner, truly waking up the taste buds. In addition to writing, Harrison appears regularly on British television as a drinks expert, and in 2017 filmed a flagship food and drink show for a major UK television network with two-Michelin starred chef Michel Roux Jr, and appears regularly with his writing colleague Neil Ridley on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch.

To demystify the practice, the authors have crafted a book that spells things out in clear and illustrative fashion. Beyond the traditional go-to spirits, the drinks use port, sloe gin and Weissbier to create twists on spiritzers and coolers, while Harrison and Ridley offer up their take on a staple, the Next Level Negroni. These simple-yet-delicious cocktails are divided into three chapters: No Shake, Sherlock - the easiest to make, requiring little or no preparation, and using standard spirits and mixers; Shaker Maker - slightly more complex concoctions that need a quick shake or stir; and Dress To Impress - special drinks for the more decadent drinking occasions which require a little more prep, or an unusual ingredient here and there. Second Cocktails aims to introduce home bartenders – from the beginners to the more experienced – to easy-to-make classics as well as inventive twists on some old favourite recipes, with the overriding idea that all drinks featured can be created in next to no time at all.A classic Mexican cocktail with a magical mix of silver (blanco) tequila, citrus notes and effervescent soda. He is loving thinking of his own ideas this is full of quick cocktails that Im hoping will inspire his own ideas.