Behind the Bar: 50 Cocktail Recipes from the World's Most Iconic Hotels

Very cool bookMakes you want to travel and try to every cocktailSome of the books recipes are classics;85% are twists that I hadn’t tried before

Really enjoyed the architectural descriptions of hotels and hotel bars around the world. Excellent historical information concerning location, period of time when they were most famous, and a signature drink with highly detailed instructions to make and enjoy the drink at home.

I reveled in learning details of the world's most glamorous hotel bars. The recipes work, from the Hanky Panky (gin, sweet vermouth, Fernet Branca) at the Savoy in London to the Vieux Carre at Hotel Monteleone's Carousel in New Orleans. "Behind the Bar" also made me nostalgic for a mai tai at House Without a Key, the magical outdoor space at the Halekulani in Honolulu, and in general, really itchy to travel again.

Perfect Christmas present

This book makes a great present for anyone interested in travel, hotels and cocktails- a beautiful book for the price.

I love this book. If you have ever nursed a cocktail in a hotel bar, this is the book to take you back to that time and place. highly informative and an excellent discerning guide on the best places to drink in many cites, "Behind the Bar" is a great addition to any drink-loving imbiber.

Very interesting recipes.

Akkam’s latest book now lives on my coffee table, and I’m slowly making my way through its creative cocktail recipes. I’ve already discovered a few new favorites! And just as importantly, Akkam writes beautifully about the hotels where she found each cocktail. Her vivid description of each location makes me want to visit each one. This volume is a must-have for any serious cocktail enthusiast.

Akkam's book is not just another collection of drink recipes plastered on boring vanilla pages, but rather it's a work of art comprised of visuals, stories, history, and, yes, recipes. The book strikes a perfect balance between these elements with its insightful tidbits and compelling presentation. I can say it's the first recipe book that I read cover-to-cover. With covid lockdowns and travel restrictions, it's certainly a welcome break from reality.