The king of cocktails is back! Packed with legends and anecdotes of the rich and famous and their taste in Martinis, this title explains the origins and history of this most civilized of drinks. It also features hints and tips on making the perfect Martini, from the useful and practical to the contentious and ridiculous. Thirty variations on the Martini recipe, such as the classic dry Martini and the vodka Martini to contemporary twists, such as the Sapphire Martini (with blue Curacao) and the burnt Martini (with Scotch Whisky) are also included.