First published in 1862, this seminal work in bartending marks the first time many of today's classics were recorded in print. Collected here by Jerry Thomas—America's most famous bartender—are dozens of cocktail recipes, from old standards to mixes invented by Thomas himself, including his trademark drink, The Blue Blazer. Guides for mixing drinks of all categories—including sours, fizzes, and highballs—are included along with instructions on using various bartending tools, from jiggers to ponies and beyond. With a glossary to help all bon vivants remember their demijohns from their drachms, this is a nostalgic and delicious homage to a drinking era that is gone but not forgotten.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1862.

From the pioneering mixologist Harry Johnson, this timeless guide reveals the secrets to crafting the perfect cocktail and details hundreds of essential mixed drinks recipes. First published in 1882, Harry Johnson's New and Improved Bartender's Manual was the first how-to mixology guide and has since been an indispensable volume for anyone looking to master the art of crafting cocktails. Explore the most innovative drink recipes, from classic cocktails to uniquely crafted concoctions, and discover Harry Johnson's essential techniques and bartending tips in this meticulous guide. Proudly published by Vintage Cookery Books, this new edition features an introduction to mixed drinks by William Schimdt and an advisory excerpt from Joseph L. Haywood's Mixology (1898).

Celebrated author and cocktail expert David Wondrich introduces this free enhanced edition of How to Mix Drinks. Also known as "The Bon-vivant’s Companion," this vintage piece of Americana is the original bartender’s guide, written in 1862 by legendary barman Jerry Thomas. David Wondrich won a James Beard Award for Imbibe!, a book about Thomas's life and legacy that laid much of the foundation for today's artisan cocktail revival. In our exclusive interactive e-book, he demonstrates four classic cocktails, complete with colorful commentary and step-by-step video instruction.

From master mixologist Jerry Thomas, this timeless recipe book is an essential cornerstone of mixological history. First published in 1862, Jerry Thomas' How to Mix Drinks; or, The Bon-Vivant's Companion is a guide for bartenders and cocktail enthusiasts alike. Serving as the perfect accompaniment for any bar, restaurant, or dinner party, this is a treasure trove of cocktail recipes that have transcended time, delighting drinkers and mixologists for over a century. Vintage Cookery Books proudly presents this new edition featuring an introduction to mixed drinks by William Schimdt.

From the Golden Age of Mixology, this recipe book is a practical guide to the art of bartending and crafting cocktails. First published in 1887, this vintage recipe book includes instructions on how to make an extensive range of mixed drinks and beverages. How to Mix Drinks also features notes on bartending and cocktail etiquette to help you master the timeless art of mixology.

An exciting collection of over 300 cocktail recipes as well as practical directions for non-alcoholic drinks and syrups from the pioneering bartender Thomas Stuart. First published in 1904, this vintage mixology book is a compendium of cocktail recipes, bartending instructions, and insightful tips. Indulge in mixed drinks such as a Manhattan, Hot Spiced Rum, Pineapple Punch, and Sherry Cobbler, to name a few, with this new edition of Stuart's Fancy Drinks and How to Mix Them. Vintage Cookery Books is proudly republishing this volume, featuring an introduction to mixed drinks by William Schimdt and advisory excerpts from Joseph L. Haywood's Mixology (1898).

Discover the secrets behind the art of crafting cocktails in this treasure trove of mixed drink recipes and insightful bartending tips. With clear, step-by-step instructions and expert guidance on when and how to serve each drink, Jack's Manual - Recipes for Fancy Mixed Drinks and When and How to Serve Them is a meticulously curated collection of cocktail recipes. First published in 1908, this volume is a timeless guide for both the novice and the seasoned bartender. This new edition from Vintage Cookery Books features an introduction to the duties of a bartender by George Winter and advisory excerpts from Joseph L. Haywood's Mixology (1898).