Historic Cocktails: Pre-Prohibition Recipes for Crafting an Excellent Drink

ISBN-13: 9781533064929 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 154 str.

Dawn Irion

Opis

Discover over 170 pre-Prohibition cocktail recipes for all occasions How much do you know about the glory days of the cocktail before Prohibition and the rich history of alcohol in America? Historic Cocktails uncovers secrets from our colorful past that were almost lost to us due to the "Noble Experiment." This picture packed book shares historic cocktail recipes favored by bartenders excellent at their craft. All of the recipes were perfected before Prohibition and may have a few surprises. In fact, some aren't even alcoholic Learn the secret tricks of an ancient trade and be known as the best host in town. Historic Cocktails includes history, photos, terms and definitions, and instructions for both individual cocktails and party sized punches. ***The eBook version is full color and includes links to sources for many of the rarer ingredients and other interesting cocktail information.*** Be part of restoring cocktails to the prominence they once held by learning the old techniques along with some fascinating history that will take you all over the world. With Historic Cocktails on your bar (or in your kitchen) you'll impress your guests with your knowledge of classic liqueurs and these amazing pre-Prohibition cocktails. ************** Discover over 170 pre-Prohibition cocktail recipes for all occasions How much do you know about the rich history of crafting fine drinks in America? Historic Cocktails uncovers secrets from a colorful time which were almost lost to us due to Prohibition. The strict laws against making, moving or selling alcohol between 1920 and 1933 almost eradicated the diverse ingredients in cocktail recipes that were rightly a part of American history. This picture packed book shareshistory, definitions and instructions for both individual cocktails and party sized punches. Mixed drinks of the day employed great artistry, many were created without alcohol, and some common ingredients from a hundred years ago are rare today. Discover old techniques along with the fascinating history of many cocktail ingredients. Would you like to learn about components of a great cocktail such as Angostura bitters, anisette or Benedictine? Absinthe was recently approved for production in the US, but many aren't familiar with how to use it. Absinthe frappe, anyone? With Historic Cocktails on your bar (or in your kitchen) you'll impress your guests with your knowledge of classic liqueurs and these amazingpre-Prohibitioncocktails. Many recipes were actually enjoyed as health tonics, some even included eggs One example of a nonalcoholic cocktail with eggs is the Bombay Cocktail made in a Claret glass using a pony each of olive oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Curious now? With Historic Cocktails on your bar (or in your kitchen) you'll impress Look to Historic Cocktails for all this and many more interesting bits to improve your drink making and bar conversation. From a Gibson or Horse Thief Cocktail to Carleton Rickey or Boston Cooler to a Champagne Cobbler, you'll be an expert drink mixer and talk among your friends With Historic Cocktails on your bar (or in your kitchen) you'll impress All recipes were perfected by pre-Prohibition bartenders excellent at their craft and there are bound to be a few surprises along the way Learn the secret tricks of an ancient trade and be known as the best host in town with Historic Cocktails."

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