The Bartender's Manifesto

When the pioneering cocktail bar opened in Chicago in 2007, The Violet Hour established a remarkable benchmark with an innovative training program that teaches not just how to replicate classic cocktail recipes flawlessly, but how to embrace ingenuity, make smart decisions, and create original, inspired concoctions. Much like chefs who can spontaneously prepare a meal with whatever ingredients they have on hand, no recipe needed, those who follow the methods in The Bartender's Manifesto will have the technical foundation and confidence to elevate their cocktail skills to the next level and fabricate a drink from any available ingredients. 
 
Take a dive deep into the intricate details of creating cocktails with the right balance, texture, aroma, and temperature. From there, Maloney goes well beyond the technical aspects of the craft, covering how to kickstart the creative process and bring professional-level complexity and sophistication to drinks. Additional essays offer insight on how to offer top-notch hospitality (at the bar and at home), find comfort in the everyday rituals of mixology, and spark surprise and curiosity in the process. With in-depth examinations into The Violet Hour’s signature recipes, expert tips from former bartenders, and practical step-by-step illustrations and photographs, readers will come away with a deeper understanding of what makes the bar’s training program so legendary, along with the ability to produce imaginative cocktails that reflect their personal style and creativity.

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Dimensions: 7.38" x 1.2" x 9.77"