The Art Of Sip And Savour

Master the Art of Cocktail and Food Harmony.
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What is the Book About?

The Art of Sip and Savour is the ultimate guide for food and drink lovers who want to master the art of cocktail and food pairing. Whether you’re a home bartender, a curious foodie, or simply passionate about flavour, this book helps you confidently match cocktails with meals, from steak and seafood to spicy dishes, desserts, and more.With easy-to-follow flavour profiles, pairing tips, and expert insights written in a warm, conversational tone, this guide takes the guesswork out of mixology. You’ll explore classic cocktails, inventive twists, and practical strategies to refine your palate and elevate every dining experience.Perfect for beginners and flavour explorers alike, The Art of Sip and Savour is packed with real-world examples, pairing inspiration, and a dash of humour. It’s not just a book, it’s your go-to manual for turning ordinary meals into unforgettable moments.

Pair better. Sip smarter. Savour more.

🎁 It would also make the perfect gift for food lovers, cocktail enthusiasts, dinner party hosts, creative cooks, budding mixologists, newlyweds, and anyone looking to elevate their evenings with bold flavour adventures.

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Why I decided to write The Art of Sip and Savour Series

I created The Art of Sip and Savour Series as part of my personal journey to better understand the world of cocktails, flavours, and food pairings. What began as curiosity soon became a hands-on exploration; testing combinations, refining my palate, and learning how the right match can elevate a meal or a moment.This series isn’t just about recipes or techniques; it’s about improving the way we experience food and drink, both at home and when dining out. By documenting what worked (and what didn’t), I aimed to create a practical, flavour-first guide that others, like me, could learn from too. Whether you’re mixing your first cocktail or curating a dinner party menu, The Art of Sip and Savour is designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and connection, one perfect pairing at a time.


More from the series

The Art of Sip and Savour: The Journal

A guided companion to The Art of Sip and Savour, this beautifully designed journal helps you log your cocktail and food pairings, track flavour notes, and refine your palate with every experiment. Whether you’re hosting or just exploring, it’s the perfect place to record what works, and what surprises you.


The Art of Sip and Savour: The Cookbook

A companion to The Art of Sip and Savour, bringing the flavour and flair to the table. This beautifully curated cookbook pairs delicious dishes with complementary and contrasting cocktails. Each recipe is crafted to explore harmony and surprise in every bite and sip, perfect for adventurous foodies, home hosts, and pairing enthusiasts alike.


The Art of Sip and Savour: Zero-Proof

The Art of Sip and Savour: Zero-Proof edition brings structure and style to the glass, no alcohol, all nuance. Discover non-alcoholic grown-up drinks with real balance (acid, sweet, bitter, aroma, body) and food-first pairings that make weeknights and dinner parties sing. Metric-first, beginner-calm, and quietly elegant, it’s for home hosts, curious foodies, and sober-curious sippers who want flavour to lead.


The Art of Sip and Savour: Playbooks

Short, practical mini-guides you can use tonight. Flavour first, faff last, metric-first (US in brackets) with zero-proof options built in.Coming up: Pairing Playbook, Templates Pack (Sour / Collins / Highball / Spritz), Seasonal Swaps, Menu-in-a-Minute, Fix-It Clinic, Batching & Conversions, Host’s Checklist, and Ingredient Spotlights.Designed for A4 & 6×9 and friendly with GoodNotes/Notability/Scribe. Minimal theory, maximum “that really helps.”Want first dibs? Join the list for early access + a free starter pack (tasting grid, pairing log, menu planner).


The Art of Sip and Savour: Pairing Cards

For home cooks, foodies, and cocktail lovers alike, these cocktail & food pairing cards turn every meal into a flavour adventure. A companion to The Art of Sip and Savour, discover unexpected cocktail and dish combinations, spark your creativity, and experiment with new tastes. Each card invites you to explore with confidence, making the art of pairing easy and fun. No fancy mixology skills required, just a dash of curiosity and a love for delicious discoveries.

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The Art of Sip and Savour: Event Planner

Part party-starter, part clipboard ninja, this planner is your secret weapon for stress-free soirées. Track your cocktail menu, food pairings, shopping list, and guest mix all in one stylish place. Whether it’s a bold Negroni night or a low-key mezze mingle, planning has never tasted so good.

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The Art of Sip and Savour: Interactive Pairing Tool

Start with a dish, a drink, or even a mood, and let the magic unfold. This intuitive digital tool helps you explore perfect pairings based on flavour profiles, occasions, or cravings. Whether you’re planning a sophisticated dinner or just chasing a vibe, the Interactive Pairing Tool offers thoughtful suggestions to elevate every sip and bite.

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About the Author

Martin is a veteran and a cocktail-loving expat who believes the best pairings come from curiosity, not perfection. He wrote this book to help you mix and match with confidence. Keep up-to-date via the links below and connect to share your pairing explorations.


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The Sip and Savour Toolkit

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Elegant, practical tools I actually use for consistent, balanced cocktails.

The Essentials:

Elevated Craft Shaker

Mixing Glass

Japanese Jigger(oz)

Strainer

Citrus Juicer

Spiral Bar Spoon

Upgrades

Nick & Nora Glass

Fine-mesh strainer

Martini Glass

Bar Mat

Coupe Glass

Squeeze Bottles

Channel Knife

Microplane

Block Ice Mould

Collins Ice Mould

Collins Glass

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