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Imbibe! Updated and Revised Edition

From Absinthe Cocktail to Whiskey Smash, a Salute in Stories and Drinks to "Professor" Jerry Thomas, Pioneer of the American Bar

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Imbibe! Updated and Revised Edition

By: David Wondrich
Narrated by: David Colacci
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Cocktail writer and historian David Wondrich presents the colorful, little-known history of classic American drinks - and the ultimate mixologist's guide - in this engaging homage to Jerry Thomas, father of the American bar.

The first edition, published in 2007, won a James Beard Award. Now updated with newly discovered recipes and historical information, this updated edition includes the origins of the first American drink, the mint julep (which Wondrich places before the American Revolution) and those of the cocktail itself. It also provides more detail about 19th-century spirits, many new and colorful anecdotes and details about Thomas' life, and a number of particularly notable, delicious, and influential cocktails not covered in the original edition, rounding out the picture of pre-Prohibition tippling.

This colorful and good-humored volume is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the timeless appeal of a well-made drink - and the uniquely American history behind it.

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©2015 David Wondrich (P)2017 Tantor Americas Food & Wine Gastronomy Wine & Beverages

Critic Reviews

"This book will leave you shaken and, I hope, stirred. Wondrich, one of the top spirits writers in the country, delves into the rich and fascinating history of mixology in America." ( USA Today)
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I love this book being a cocktail enthusiasts form the age of 19 i have learnt many a things and found a passion within the drinks this book describes. I love the story of Jeryy Thomas as i owning a copy of his book "the bar tenders guide" i've had a strage love for the art of cocktails and have read many a book's in hope of them expending my knowledge and i promise you i have read some books on it, yet none have had me yelling at the pages as much as this book has; and for it to prove me wrong time and time again, i love the history behined theas cocktail's look no further, and if you are under the mistaken delusion that you understand cocktail's take the time out of your day and test ur knowledge against this man's. Thank you for a book that hase changed my perspective vest of love myself Robby.L Courtney

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I found this book to be addictive listening. I am on the 3rd round...so much interesting history. Imagine myself being there.

Fascinating. Interesting. Amusing.

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