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2017 Reprint of Undated Edition from the 1920's. Originating from a legendary haunt of the rich and famous who have passed through the French capital, this collection provides cocktail recipes that served a clientele that included Ernest Hemingway, Marlene Dietrich, Jean-Paul Sartre, Noel Coward and Quentin Tarantino. Featuring the vintage mixtures that were created there, such as the White Lady, the Sidecar, and the Blue Lagoon, this compact edition includes over 300 drink suggestions. Publisher's Note: This Edition reprints only the actual recipes from the Dean and Son Edition of circa 1920. Preliminary material, advertising, illustrations anud information regarding the operation of a bar are not included. Only the 300 plus recipes are reprinted in their entirely. The recipes have been reformatted to correct broken type and other defects in the text. No liberties have been taken with the actual recipes, which are reproduced in their entirety.
From the bar where the Bloody Mary was invented comes this newly revised authoritative collection of cocktail recipes, featuring both classic and contemporary concoctions. Originating from a legendary haunt of the rich and famous who have passed through the French capital, this collection represents Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, an establishment that has hosted celebrities from Ernest Hemingway, Marlene Dietrich, and Jean-Paul Sartre to Noel Coward and Quentin Tarantino. Featuring the vintage mixtures that were created there, such as the White Lady, the Sidecar, and the Blue Lagoon, this updated edition also includes suggestions for more than 30 new favorites. Complete with a convenient thumb index as well as advice on mixing and serving, this is the perfect companion for professional bartenders and amateur enthusiasts alike.
The ultimate bartender's book, this richly illustrated hardcover compilation of 750 recipes comprises non-alcoholic drinks as well as sours, toddies, flips, slings, fizzes, coolers, rickeys, juleps, punches, and other refreshments.
Fantastic Alcohol Facts, Cocktail Culture, and More “A wealth of knowledge and experiences from virtually every corner of cocktail culture.”― T.A. Breaux, Author of Breaux Absinthe: The Exquisite Elixir #1 Bestseller in Alcoholic Drinks & Beverages Peruse the interesting histories and lore of alcohol as you fill your cocktail glass and sip a drink―hand-made by you―using one of the many artisanal yet simple recipes inside. Learn fun alcohol facts and tidbits you’ll bring with you everywhere you go. Learn, concoct, and be merry. Are you brand new to alcohol and don’t know where to start? Are you more experienced but looking for something that gives context to the art of mixology?...
A Dark History of Gin looks at the origins and development of a drink which seems to have a universal and timeless appeal. Historian Mike Rendell explores the origins of distilling in the ancient world and considers the how, when, where and why of the ‘happy marriage’ between distilled spirits and berries from the juniper bush. The book traces the link between gin and the Low Countries (Holland and Belgium) and looks at how the drink was brought across to England when the Dutch-born William of Orange became king. From the tragic era of the gin craze in eighteenth-century London, through to the emergence of ‘the cocktail’, the book follows the story of gin across the Atlantic to Ameri...
Drink your way through history, learn tips from the best bartenders, and become a cocktail connoisseur with this fantastic guide. The Cocktail Companion spans the cocktail’s curious history from its roots in beer-swilling, 18th-century England through the illicit speakeasy culture of the United States Prohibition to the explosive, dynamic industry it is today. Learn about famous and classic cocktails from around the globe, how ice became one of the most important ingredients in mixed drink making, and how craft beers got so big, all with your own amazing drink?that you made yourself!?in hand. In The Cocktail Companion, well-known bartenders from across the United States offer up advice on ...
2015 Reprint of 1922 Edition. Full Facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Vermiere was a London barman in the 1920s and his recipe book has stood the test of time. He includes the original recipe for the Sidecar, among other drinks that offer a snapshot of the times. The author catalogs the inventors of the drinks, preserving this historical information for posterity.
This book is an informative celebration of one of the most beloved cocktail categories: sours. This collection of 100 beautifully balanced recipes for both classic and new cocktails demonstrates the irresistible allure of citrus and sours when paired with spirits. The fascinating history and lore of iconic and universally beloved beverages such as the daiquiri, sidecar, margarita, whiskey sour, and cosmopolitan are mixed with recipes to teach you how to make each of these classic drinks. Every aspect of these legendary drinks—including special ingredients and all the ways to riff on this delicious and versatile flavor palette—is explored in this essential collection for any spirits enthusiast. Sours is perfect for both the seasoned and new at-home bar mixologists, who would benefit from an extensive and knowledgeable guide to the basics of sours, from one of the most trusted names in the cocktail world.
In the temperamental foodie world we live in, few things can withstand the trends like the martini! According to the spirited author of Make Mine a Martini, cocktail parties are enjoying a splashy resurgence in the 21st century. The perfect party host, Kay Plunkett-Hogge has provided a most entertaining and informative guide for readers seeking to host their own cocktail parties, mix their own favorite drinks, and prepare easy but delicious appetizers to impress their friends and family. Make Mine a Martini, filled with 130 recipes for fabulous cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, offers great advice for first-time hosts as well as brilliant innovations for experienced party-throwers looking to jazz up their saucy soirees. -90 step-by-step cocktail recipes with lots of American and international flair -Secrets to perfecting the classics, from flawless gimlets and Gibsons to newfangled Manhattans and Bloody Marys -40 recipes for quick and easy appetizers that are fun to make, elegant to serve, and delicious to eat -Practical guidance for setting up the home bar, essential tools and mixers, and party planning -Non-alcoholic options for the unindulging types