The Encyclopedia of Cocktails (inbunden, eng)

A lively A-to-Z compendium of the notable drinks, bartenders, and bars that shaped the cocktail world and produced the vibrant spirits culture we enjoy today, from two-time James Beard Award-nominated author and New York Times cocktail and spirits writer, Robert Simonson.

How did the Old-Fashioned get its name, and why has the drink endured? What drinks were invented by Sam Ross? What was the Pegu Club, and who bartended there? In The Encyclopedia of Cocktails, Robert Simonson catalogues all the essential people, places, and drinks that make up our cocktail history in a refreshing take on the conventional reference book.

New York Times cocktail and spirits writer Robert Simonson''s witty and opinionated presentation of the bar world is a refreshing look at all things cocktail-relatedThere are more than 100 drink recipes, from the Adonis to the Zombie, with vivid illustrations throughout. Simonson also includes entries for spirits from absinthe to vodka and illuminates the origins of each. This guide isn''t a strictly academic text, nor is it simply a collection of drink recipes—it is an animated, sometimes irreverent historical journey highlighting the preeminent bars and top bartenders of record.

The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is perfect for cocktail nerds as well as anyone interested in learning about cocktail cultureIt''s both a recipe book and a reference guide to keep near the bar or flip through while sipping your favorite libation.

Format	Inbunden
Omfång	320 sidor
Språk	Engelska
Förlag	Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale
Utgivningsdatum	2023-10-17
ISBN	9781984860668