Barrel & Blast: 25 Banging Bourbon Missions is a rebel's guide to bourbon brilliance, born from the desert heart of Abu Dhabi and the precision of an EOD veteran turned chef. Tired of bartenders botching a proper Old Fashioned? This book delivers 25 bourbon-based cocktails-each a flavor explosion-that'll make you the hero of any gathering. From timeless classics like the Manhattan and Whiskey Sour to modern twists like the Ordnance Orchard Smash and Abu Dhabi-inspired sips like the Date & Cardamom Detonator, every recipe is simple or intermediate, crafted for easy drinking and maximum impact. With shopping lists, step-by-step methods, and a tasting party guide packed with food pairings (think spiced lamb sliders and saffron-date pastries), this book turns your bourbon game into a mission accomplished. Infused with desert swagger and EOD grit, it's your playbook to conquer bland nights and ignite epic flavors. Cheers to the banger life!