From prohibition to the present day, the cocktail has experienced several distinctive ages and has been enriched by the expertise of the greatest bartenders. With gorgeous images of the Parisian bar scene, this comprehensive tome inspires viewers with fantastic cocktails and the history behind them. Whether shaken or stirred, on the rocks or neat—you’ll find your drink of choice in Cocktails: The New Classics.

With more than 60 recipes that combine tradition and modernity, this book revisits the history of cocktails, from speakeasies to modern lounges, and the famous bartenders behind them. Organized into three sections—shaken cocktails, stirred cocktails, and punches—the recipes include garnish ideas, variations, and colorful notes about each drink’s creation.