Just Mini Cocktails - Cocktails and Party Drinks

I love the cocktails inside....

I don’t drink, but some of my friends and family do so when I saw this book for only $1.00 at Big Lots I decided to get a copy. The book has quite a few sections. After an Introduction there is:Glassware, Preparation, Garnishes and ServingsMartinis and MargaritasTropical CocktailsClassic CocktailsParty PunchesSmoothies and Non Alcoholic CocktailsCoffees, Teas and Hot ChocolatesBeer and Wine Tastingsand then the index.The author says “Just Mini Cocktails is a trendy way to serve ordinary cocktails at your next party or get together but adding a unique twist by serving them in little mini glasses for tasting or samplings.”The first section on Glassware, Preparation, Garnishes and Servings will be a huge help to anyone like me who is not familiar with making cocktails. One of my favorite things about this chapter was learning which glassware to use for which drink.The Serving Preparation section shows how to use a variety of mini cocktails and appetizers on different platters and servers so that it’s pleasing to the eye.The book includes well known cocktails like Whiskey Sour and Singapore Sling, but also has some I’ve never heard of like Mango Bellini. Of course I don’t drink so you may be familiar with it.I’d like to try some of the smoothies and hot chocolate recipes. The first one I want to try is the Mad Max Cocktail:8 oz. blue raspberry cocktail mix16 oz. lemon lime soda, cold1 oz. lime juiceice cubesorange and lemon slices for garnishmint leaves for garnish (optional)for an alcoholic cocktail add 6 oz. vodka or light rumMix all ingredients together in a pitcher. Have an ice bucket full of ice available.When serving on a tasting buffet, line the glasses up and add a few citrus wedges to each glass.Let your guest add their own ice and fill the glasses.This cocktail looks great in almost any sleek mini glass tumbler or stem.I’m glad I bought this book, I liked learning about serving cocktails and see many I’d like to try. The photographs are great, just look at the cover and you’ll see what I mean.