The Aperitif Companion

The Aperitif Companion

Author: Andrew Jones

Publisher: Knickerbocker Press

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13:

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With the renewed popularity of the cocktail lounge, aperitifs have been increasingly employed to create the classic drinks which are part of the scene. Emphasis on fine dining has likewise led to the use of the aperitif to complement the menu and enhance the meal for a complete dining experience. The Aperitif Companion contains information on the origins and evolution of the various categories of aperitifs. Also explained are each of the many categories' production methods and, depending on the country and the custom, the serving rituals (types of glasses, serving temperatures), so one can know what to expect when ordering anise in France, for example. An international directory offers brand-by-brand coverage by category with full-color photographs, tasting notes, drink recipes, and information on home and export markets. Both casual drinkers and aficionados can benefit from this complete guide to the world's finest spirits.


The Aperitif Companion

The Aperitif Companion

Author: Andrew Jones

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781850768425

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Aperitifs have benefitted from the growing interest in speciality and niche drinks, from which portfolio drinking is evolving. Many different types of aperitif categories have strong visual images which are a central part of their appeal. This Companion is designed to provide information on a myriad of both well-known and more unusual aperitifs from around the world. It details a broad range of categories, production methods, ingredients and flavours, including: vermouth; bitter; aniseed; galiano; pineau des charentes; whiskies; tequila; aquavit; rum; sherry; and madeira. It discusses the history of aperitifs, and how and where different styles evolved. There is a comprehensive brand directory of the world's premier brands, together with tasting notes and provenance, and related features and fact boxes enlarge on various aspects of aperitifs.


The New Craft of the Cocktail

The New Craft of the Cocktail

Author: Dale DeGroff

Publisher: Clarkson Potter

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 1984823574

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The renowned cocktail bible, fully revised and updated by the legendary bartender who set off the cocktail craze—featuring over 100 brand-new recipes, all-new photography, and an up-to-date history of the cocktail. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION The Craft of the Cocktail was the first real cookbook for cocktails when it first published in 2002, and it has had a remarkable influence on bartending. With this new edition, the original gets a delicious update, bringing expertise from Dale DeGroff, the father of craft cocktails, to the modern bar for a new generation of cocktail enthusiasts. The beloved histories, culture, tips, and tricks are back but all are newly revised, and DeGroff's favorite liquor recommendations are included so you know which gin or bourbon will mix just right.


The Cocktail Lab

The Cocktail Lab

Author: Tony Conigliaro

Publisher:

Published: 2013-07-16

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 1607745674

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From the U.K.'s preeminent bartender and one of the leading authorities on "modernist mixology" comes this collection of 60 revolutionary cocktails, all grounded in the classics but utilizing technologies and techniques from the molecular gastronomy movement. The right cocktail is more than just a drink. It's the perfect combination of scent, color, sound, and taste. In the hands of Tony Conigliaro, drinks like the Vintage Manhattan, Dirty Martini by the Sea, and Cosmo Popcorn will redefine your understanding of what a cocktail can be. With this revolutionary new approach to drink-making, Conigliaro has established himself as a modern master of the form.


The PDT Cocktail Book

The PDT Cocktail Book

Author: Jim Meehan

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Published: 2011-11-01

Total Pages: 279

ISBN-13: 1402798598

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Beautifully illustrated, beautifully designed, and beautifully crafted--just like its namesake--this is the ultimate bar book by NYCs most meticulous bartender. To say that PDT is a unique bar is an understatement. It recalls the era of hidden Prohibition speakeasies: to gain access, you walk into a raucous hot dog stand, step into a phone booth, and get permission to enter the serene cocktail lounge. Now, Jim Meehan, PDTs innovative operator and mixmaster, is revolutionizing bar books, too, offering all 304 cocktail recipes available at PDT plus behind-the-scenes secrets. From his bar design, tools, and equipment to his techniques, food, and spirits, its all here, stunningly illustrated by Chris Gall.


Aperitif

Aperitif

Author: Georgeanne Brennan

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 1997-02

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 9780811810777

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Celebrates the French tradition of partaking in an aperitif before a meal, featuring recipes for fruit wines, classic aperitif mixes, and non-alcoholic fruit drinks, as well as appetizers to complement the beverages.


The Mere Mortal's Guide to Fine Dining

The Mere Mortal's Guide to Fine Dining

Author: Colleen Rush

Publisher: Crown

Published: 2008-12-10

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0307488160

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From aperitif to digestif, approach every meal with savvy and grace. We’ve all experienced Fancy-Pants Restaurant Jitters at some point – the fear that you will unknowingly commit some fine-dining crime, whether it’s using the wrong fork, picking an amateur wine, mispronouncing foie gras, or gasping when your fish entrée arrives with its head still attached. Relax. The Mere Mortal’s Guide to Fine Dining is the ultimate antidote to restaurant anxiety. Where does your napkin go when you leave the table? Should you sniff the wine cork? And why, pray tell, are there so many forks? This comprehensive and accessible primer answers these and dozens of other questions and offers the basics on every aspect of fine dining, including: * How to navigate a place setting * Speaking menu-ese and the language of fine food * A refresher on polite and polished table manners * 911 for wine novices * A carnivore’s guide to beef, pork, lamb, and veal * What local, sustainable, and organic really mean * Japanese dining dos and don’ts * Who’s who on a restaurant’s staff * How to be a regular—or get the perks like one * Top restaurants across the country * What the food snobs know (and you should, too) * And much more… With a little help, any Mere Mortal can order wine with confidence, get great, attitude-free service, decipher menus, and finally, truly, savor any dining experience.


The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails

The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails

Author: David Wondrich

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2021-10-20

Total Pages: 881

ISBN-13: 0199311137

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The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails presents an in-depth exploration of the world of spirits and cocktails in a ground-breaking synthesis. The Companion covers drinks, processes, and techniques around the world as well as those in the US and Europe. It provides clear explanations of the different ways that spirits are produced, including fermentation, distillation and ageing, alongside a wealth of new detail on the emergence of cocktails and cocktails bars, including entries on key cocktails and influential mixologists and cocktail bars.


Drinks

Drinks

Author: Tony Conigliaro

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2014-12-18

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1448118239

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Cocktails are back in a big way - but no more '2 for 1' Tequila Sunrises. Today's cocktails are a sensory experience, concocted by experts on taste and aroma - and none is more expert than Tony Conigliaro, expert alchemist and award-winning barman. Drinks is a stunning contemporary cocktail guide, which nods to the history of the cocktail and updates 50 classic cocktail recipes in astonishing and original ways. Tony's spins on the classics include Vintage Manhattan (using aged bourbon), new classics of his own invention (the Twinkle, now on cocktail menus the world over), drinks based on their perfume (Lipstick Rose, inspired by perfumer Ralf Schwieger's creation for Frederic Malle), fruit-based culinary creations (Sweet Grilled Lemon Margarita and Nettle Gimlet) and groundbreaking savoury drinks (White Truffle Martini). Beautifully photographed with easy recipes and fascinating descriptions of their inspiration and creation, and with a guide to the equipment you will need to make your own libations at home, Drinks will revolutionise the art of the cocktail.


The Craft of the Cocktail

The Craft of the Cocktail

Author: Dale DeGroff

Publisher: Clarkson Potter

Published: 2010-07-14

Total Pages: 451

ISBN-13: 0307762270

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The first real cookbook for cocktails, featuring 500 recipes from the world's premier mixologist, Dale DeGroff. Covering the entire breadth of this rich subject, The Craft of the Cocktail provides much more than merely the same old recipes: it delves into history, personalities, and anecdotes; it shows you how to set up a bar, master important techniques, and use tools correctly; and it delivers unique concoctions, many featuring DeGroff’s signature use of fresh juices, as well as all the classics. It begins with the history of spirits, how they’re made (but without too much boring science), the development of the mixed drink, and the culture it created, all drawn from DeGroff’s vast library of vintage cocktail books. Then on to stocking the essential bar, choosing the right tools and ingredients, and mastering key techniques—the same information that DeGroff shares with the bartenders he trains in seminars and through his videos. And then the meat of the matter: 500 recipes, including everything from tried-and-true classics to of-the-moment originals. Throughout are rich stories, vintage recipes, fast facts, and other entertaining asides. Beautiful color photographs and a striking design round out the cookbook approach to this subject, highlighting the difference between an under-the-bar handbook and a stylish, full-blown treatment. The Craft of the Cocktail is that treatment, destined to become the bible of the bar.