The document provides information on various cocktails categorized by their base spirit. It defines cocktails and describes common methods of preparation like building, stirring, shaking and blending. It then lists the main classifications of cocktails such as whiskey, gin, rum, vodka, brandy and tequila based cocktails. For each category, it provides the recipes for 6-7 classic cocktails including ingredients, measurements, glassware and garnish. The recipes include well known cocktails like Old Fashioned, Mojito, Martini, Daiquiri, Moscow Mule and Margarita among others.