A newly revised second edition of the ultimate bartender's Bible. This up-to-date, practical, and easy-to-use guide presents recipes for hundreds of cocktails and mixed drinks, plus step-by-step directions for making virtually every popular mixed drink, both contemporary and classic-from an A.B.C. to a Zorbatini. Plus, the book includes full coverage of all the basics of bartending, including equipment, ingredients, techniques, glassware, and garnishes. Includes more than 850 recipes in simple alphabetical order, with step-by-step instructions and problem-solving tips A tough waterproof cover makes this guide perfect for using on the job and on the fly Includes a mini-course on professional bartending for first-timers or anyone who needs a refresher course Written by wine and spirits expert Mardee Regan-a Julia Child Cookbook Award nominee- 'The Bartender's Best Friend, Second Edition' is the perfect resource for every mixologist. AUTHOR: Mardee Haidin Regan is the president of Reganomics, Inc., a wine and spirits editorial and consulting company, and the co-producer of the Ardent Spirits eLetter and Ardentspirits.com website. She has co-written five spirits books, including 'The Book of Bourbon and Other Fine American Whiskeys', which was nominated for a Julia Child Cookbook Award.