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The Curious Bartender Volume 1

The Artistry and Alchemy of Creating the Perfect Cocktail
By Tristan Stephenson
Series: The Curious Bartender
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The Curious Bartender Volume 1 by Tristan Stephenson delves into the art and science of cocktail making, blending historical insight with modern mixology techniques. The book uncovers the origins of classic cocktails and the colourful characters behind them, before reinventing these drinks with contemporary twists. Readers can master traditional recipes like the Sazerac and Rob Roy, or explore innovative variations such as the Green Fairy Sazerac topped with an absinthe 'air'. A comprehensive reference section explains essential bartending techniques, making this a must-have for cocktail enthusiasts.
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Ideal for cocktail enthusiasts and anyone eager to deepen their knowledge of mixology, history, and creative drink crafting.

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Preparing a first-class cocktail relies upon a deep understanding of its ingredients, the delicate alchemy of how they work together.

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Preparing a first-class cocktail relies upon a deep understanding of its ingredients, the delicate alchemy of how they work together.

In The Curious Bartender Volume 1, Tristan Stephenson explores and experiments with the art of mixing the perfect cocktail, explaining the fascinating modern turns mixology has taken. Showcasing a selection of classic cocktails, he explains their intriguing origins, introducing the colourful historical characters who inspired or created them.

Moving on, he reinvents each drink from his laboratory, adding contemporary twists to breathe fresh life into these vintage classics. Stay true to the originals with a Sazerac or a Rob Roy, or experiment with some of his modern variations to create a Green Fairy Sazerac topped with an absinthe ‘air’ or an Insta-age Rob Roy with the ‘age’ on the side.

Also included is a reference section detailing all the techniques you will need, making this an essential anthology for the cocktail enthusiast.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849754378

Publisher: Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2013

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Illustration: 120 col photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 888g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

Tristan Stephenson is a rising star in the cocktail world. He has worked with Jamie Oliver, and was a brand ambassador, training bartenders at The Ritz, among other top hotels. In 2009 he set up a consultancy company for the drinks industry Fluid Movement. From there he went on to open critically acclaimed London bars The Worship Street Whistling Shop (decorated in steampunk Victoriana style), Purl and Dachs & Sons. This is his first book.

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