Friday, December 24, 2010

Tiny Bubbles: Fizzy Cocktails for Every Occasion

What it is: Recipes for 40 refreshing cocktails using a variety of sparkling wines.

Why we love it: A bottle of bubbly means it's time to party! Kate Simon, senior editor at Imbibe Magazine, shows you how to "turn it up a notch" with recipes for 40 refreshing concoctions using Champagne, Prosecco, Cava and other bubbly wines. Drinks include favorites like Mimosas and Champagne Cocktails plus wonderful new inventions like the homage to maraschino cherries, the Marasco Fizz, and the sweet-tart Melagrana with its combination of limoncello and pomegranate. "Mocktails" are included for those who like the fizz without the buzz and a selection of Bubbly Bites offer some tasty treats to go along with the drinks. Tiny Bubbles gives everyone a reason to raise a glass. Measures 6 x 8 inches. Hard cover. 104 pages with color photographs.

Who we'd give it to: Party hosts who want to add a bit of glam to dinner parties and special occasions such as wedding showers and anniversary parties.

Where to get it: From Amazon.com for a deliciously festive $10.17.

Add to del.icio.us    Digg This!    Share on Facebook    Stumble It!