Philip Greene
The Old-Fashioned: The Story of the World's First Classic Cocktail
The Old-Fashioned: The Story of the World's First Classic Cocktail
50 Variations on a Classic Cocktail
The Old-Fashioned is a wonderful gift book that tells the spirited story of this renowned and essential drink from its birth in the 19th century, to its darker days in Prohibition, re-ascension in the 1950s and 1960s (Mad Men!) and renaissance as the star of today's craft cocktail movement. Recipes galore.
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A complete history of one of the world's most iconic cocktails, with fifty recipes for classic variations as well as contemporary updates. No single cocktail is as iconic, as beloved, or as discussed and fought over as the Old-Fashioned. Its formula is simple: just whiskey, bitters, sugar, and ice. But how you combine those ingredients — in what proportion, using which brands, and with what kind of garnish —is the subject of much impassioned debate.
Also featured are 50 cocktail recipes, including classic variations, regional twists, and contemporary updates from top bartenders around the country. All are accessible, delicious, and elegant in their simplicity, demonstrating the versatility and timelessness of the Old-Fashioned formula.
This book is a cool addition to any true whiskey or cocktail-lover's bookshelf.
