APERITIF (QUADRILLE)

From Campari to Champagne via vermouth, pastis, sherry and much more, the aperitif carries a particular charm. Call them sharpeners, snifters, apéros or noggins, made light and gentle or strong and stiff, these are drinks to refresh the palate, gladden the heart and kick-start the appetite before lunch or dinner. Drinks writer Kate Hawkings covers the history of the aperitif, runs through key wines and spirits, and presents over 30 recipes with advice on how best to serve them.