Best Cocktail Books

"Master the Art of Mixology with Cocktail Codex" - Written by the experts behind the legendary Death & Co cocktail bar, this book offers a unique approach to crafting perfect beverages. Learn the six "root recipes" that serve as the foundation for all classic cocktails and discover what makes each one unique. With the tools provided in this comprehensive guide, both novice and experienced bartenders alike will be able to execute classic drinks and create original ones with ease. Winner of multiple awards, including the James Beard and Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award, Cocktail Codex is a must-read for any cocktail enthusiast.

David Wondrich's Imbibe! is the ultimate guide to classic American cocktails. With over 100 never-before-published recipes for punches, cocktails, sours, and more, along with detailed historical and mixological notes, this engaging book pays tribute to Jerry Thomas, the father of the American bar. The newly updated edition includes the origins of the first American drink, the Mint Julep, and provides more detail about 19th-century spirits, making it an essential read for anyone who appreciates the timeless appeal of a well-made drink and the uniquely American history behind it.

Discover the ins and outs of the modern bar industry with Meehan's Bartender Manual by acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehan. This stunningly packaged guide chronicles Meehan's storied career in the bar business through enlightening chapters that mix history with professional insight. Learn about essential topics including bartending history, service, hospitality, menu development, bar design, spirits production, drink mixing technique, and the tools you'll need to create a well-stocked bar. The book also includes recipes for 100 cocktail classics, detailed annotations, and breathtaking full-color photos. Presented in a textured cover with debossed type, rounded corners, and nearly 500 pages, this iconic manual is an instant classic for professionals and amateurs alike.

Indulge in the sophisticated world of London's high society in the 1930s with this iconic cocktail book. With over 750 classic cocktail recipes, this compendium covers everything about drinks, from creation to consumption. The updated edition even features new cocktails, including the Millennium Cocktail. Perfect for classy cocktail enthusiasts, this book captures the spirit of the times and is a must-have for recreating the tradition of sophisticated soirees at The Savoy time and time again.

Discover the art of contemporary craft cocktails with this definitive guide from the world-renowned bar, Death & Co. This influential bar has won numerous industry awards and is a must-visit destination for serious drinkers and cocktail enthusiasts. The book features over 500 innovative and sought-after cocktail recipes, along with a complete guide to buying and using spirits and mastering key bartending techniques. Filled with beautiful photography, charts, and colorful essays, Death & Co sets the pace for mixologists around the world.

Revolutionize your expectations of what a drink can look and taste like with Liquid Intelligence. This book by Dave Arnold, the creative force behind New York City’s high-tech bar, Booker & Dax, takes readers behind the counter and into the lab where Arnold and his collaborators investigate temperature, carbonation, sugar concentration, and acidity to enhance classic cocktails and invent new ones. Featuring over 120 recipes and practical tips for preparing drinks, Liquid Intelligence offers a problem-solving approach to cocktail making grounded in creativity and attentive observation. Don't miss out on this ultimate standard for bartenders and drink enthusiasts alike.

A beautifully illustrated and crafted bar book by NYC's most meticulous bartender, featuring 304 cocktail recipes and behind-the-scenes secrets from one of the city's hottest bars. Recalling the era of hidden Prohibition speakeasies, the book offers a glimpse into PDT's innovative design, tools, techniques, food, and spirits. Perfect for those looking to learn how to mix and serve sensational cocktails at home.

Discover the art of cocktails with this comprehensive and entertaining guide. From the history of spirits to setting up a bar and mastering key techniques, The Craft of the Cocktail covers it all with anecdotes, vintage recipes, fast facts, and 500 unique concoctions. Written by the world's premier mixologist, this bible of the bar is not just a recipe book, but a full-blown treatment on the subject. With stunning color photographs and a striking design, this is the only cocktail cookbook you'll ever need.

Discover the fascinating origins of your favorite drinks in "The Drunken Botanist." This book delves into the plant-based history and science behind over 150 plants, flowers, trees, and fruits that have been fermented and distilled to make some of the world's most unique drinks. Learn how molasses played a role in American independence and how rye, a common ingredient in spirits, contains a precursor to LSD. With vintage-style illustrations, growing tips, and over fifty drink recipes, this book is the perfect mix of education and fun for gardeners and cocktail lovers.

Master the craft of bartending and mixology with The Bar Book, written by renowned bartender and cocktail blogger Jeffrey Morgenthaler. This technique-driven cocktail book breaks down bartending into essential skills and applies them to over 60 impressive drink recipes. Learn the best practices for juicing, garnishing, carbonating, stirring and shaking, and more with helpful how-to photography. Impress your family and guests with your cocktail skills now!