A practical guide to all types of drinks, from cocktails and light punches to champagne and fine wines. The book embodies the elegance and style of the Ritz. Throughout the book, there are anecdotes about the Ritz - the famous people who drank there, the cocktails created for them, the bars and the secret recipes. There are sections on how champagne is made, the history of cocktails and the art of making them, on choosing glasses, how to make delicious canapes and on cures (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for the morning after. Above all there are over 50 recipes for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks of all kinds from renowned Ritz barman, Bob Burton.