Award winning cocktail books authored by Master Mixologist Brian Van Flandern (in collaboration with ASSOULINE Publishing). Ranging from vintage classics to exotic modern creations, there’s a title sure to please every cocktail enthusiast.
VINTAGE COCKTAILS
Winner of the Best Cocktail Book in the World for 2009 from the Gourmand Cookbook Awards in Paris. Vintage Cocktails presents seventy easily reproduced classic cocktails showcased in stunning Baccarat crystal and shot at the world famous Bemelmans Bar at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City. Available from Amazon.
CRAFT COCKTAILS
Nominated for Best Cocktail Book of 2013 by Tales of the Cocktail in New Orleans., the long awaited companion book to Vintage Cocktails, Craft Cocktails explores the new golden age of the craft cocktail as culinary art form. World-renowned mixologist Brian Van Flandern shares some of his famous recipes conceived while working as the head bartender for Michelin three-star chef Thomas Keller at Per Se in New York. Additionally, included are collected recipes from some of the best craft cocktail lounges in the city. This book is a must-have for every swank host and aspiring mixologist. Shot in Baccarat, Lalique and Versace crystal this book is a work of art and a staple for the true cocktail enthusiast and serious mixologist. Available from Amazon.
CELEBRITY COCKTAILS
The third in master mixologist Brian Van Flandern’s series of award-winning books, Celebrity Cocktails investigates one hundred years of Hollywood celebrities and the cocktails they either made famous or were famous for drinking. Featuring anecdotal stories from Humphrey Bogart and Elizabeth Taylor to Charlie Chaplin and Dean Martin. With easy-to-follow instructions and gorgeous photography, this chic volume is coveted treasure for fans of the silver screen, cocktails or both. Available from Amazon.
TEQUILA COCKTAILS
In collaboration with Rande Gerber, George Clooney and Casamigos Tequila, master mixologist Brian Van Flandern explores the history, cultivation, distillation and production of Mexico’s favorite distillate. Winner of the Best Cocktail Book in the USA for 2016 from the Gourmand Cookbook Awards in Paris, Tequila Cocktails features sixty classic and original cocktails. This masterpiece, displayed in your home bar or coffee table, is a guaranteed conversation starter. Available from ASSOULINE Publishing.
WHISKEY COCKTAILS
Whiskey is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyed spirits, sipped by Madison Avenue “ad men” and the blue-collar alike. In Whiskey Cocktails, America’s top mixologist Brian Van Flandern reprises his role as author in the fifth edition of Assouline’s best-selling cocktail series. These recipes from the mind of America’s top mixologist are all shot against the backdrop of such legendary New York City bars as the Brandy Library, Dead Rabbit Bar, and McSorleys. Like the many vintages explored within, Whiskey Cocktails belongs so high up on the shelf that even the most seasoned bartender may need a ladder to reach it. Available from Amazon.
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