British Airways’ Cocktails and Beverages

From the birth of air travel, it became clear that as well as increased comfort the provision of food and drink would be a vital component for those wealthy pioneering travellers lucky enough to take to the skies. The history of cocktails can arguably be traced back centuries when drinks were mixed to enhance experience and flavour, and it was inevitable that these would quickly find their way onboard alongside an array of other drinks. In this companion volume to his acclaimed ‘Flavour of Flight’, Captain Al Bridger takes us on a new journey through the development of the cocktail and beverage offerings onboard British Airways. Once again using his wealth of airline knowledge and contacts, he provides a vivid experience of flying BA through the decades. The drinks described here complement the sumptuous food and surroundings as the world of aviation rapidly developed, from the humble biplane to the modern fuel-efficient airliners of today that span the globe.

Lavishly illustrated with archive images and accompanied by quotes and memories of crew members alongside cocktail recipes from original menu cards, this book gives a fascinating insight into the beverages and travelling experience over a century of travel with BA. Another true adventure through the flavour of flight.