Cocktail Codex was the very first book I got and is, basically, the one to blame for starting my obsession with mixology. I can't recommend this one enough for anyone who wants to understand how to create/modify cocktails or to get a solid foundation on how the classics should taste like. The Bar Book is definitely an amazing starting point for someone who is starting from scratch. I love Jeffrey's writing style and how thorough he is. I have yet to get Imbibe but I do have a reprint of Jerry Thomas' original 1862 book. I love how the book provides recipes with 5-10 gallon yields! One of my latest favorite book is Jim Meehan's Bartender Manual. It's really one of the best I've read so far.
Honourable mention must be: Liquid Intelligence by Dave Arnold. This was the first book I read on mixology and felt this was a really well-written explanation on the 'how to' and 'why' of certain techniques and the fundamental principles of traditional cocktails. First lesson I ever learned and one that goes a long way, there is no chilling without dilution and there is no dilution without chilling.
@@freepour Fair enough. But in my case, I think it worked out well to start with first understanding what techniques and principles you need to employ to get to the most "optimal" drink and from there, I got into recipe books that highlighted the amazing history. I also do research for a living, so the scientific approach he took to answer questions like 'how long do you need to shake or stir' really resonated with me. I actually just picked up Imbibe and Smuggler's Cove. Next on my list is The Bar Book! Thanks for the great recos!
Leandro you chose three great books to showcase here. I can see why you chose them, and the progression that someone truly passionate about cocktails would move through.
My wife got me the Cocktail Codex for Christmas and she has said it was the best gift she could have given herself. It's a fantastic book and I am now making it a goal to try new recipes from that one and a few others every week. This past weekend I made the gin based White Lady which was surprisingly delicate for what is basically a gin sour. I followed that up by making a second and I used Empress 1908 and added a dash of lavendar biters. Again it was quite good. Now to find another one to make.
Nice list Leandro, however I think you missed one important book by Ted Haigh. Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails. The book came out 2004 (I think) and is a great read with lots of history,
Over the last couple years I’ve really learned a lot and gotten the cocktail bug. Big thanks to your channel for making it easier and more fun. I’ve given cocktail codex to several friends as a gift and it’s gone over swimmingly! Cheers
Some great books. One of my favorites is How’s Your Drink by Eric Felton. I nice read, more history than recipes, and also written early on in the resurgence of cocktails.
I'm just a hobbyist, but these are definitely 3 of my favorites along with Death & Co. (mostly because I find that I can make more of the cocktails with the limited space I have) and Regarding Cocktails (because Petraske's ethos and methodology are so easy to emulate in a home bar). The Bar Book introduced me to so much theory and so many hacks that it basically read as a crash course into cocktail theory. Cocktail Codex changed the way that I looked at drinks, how they are formulated, and gave me a better understanding of what makes a cocktail balanced. Imbibe taught me a lot about the history of cocktails and definitely has some laugh-out-loud moments in it, some truly fantastic cocktails, and helped me understand how much had been forgotten to time during the later parts of the century.
@@Barprints you're in for a treat with Smuggler's Cove, I expanded my rum selection from 3 to about 35 after reading through it and working my way through the drinks.
Perfect list!! I like Imbibe! Because it really gives you a sense of pride pursuing the profession of bartending. I actually use it to figure out old recipes in older measurements also. The Bar Book is great for hacks and modern techniques. I love Morghenthauler because he is such a Bar Mcguyver. I love his other book drinking distilled as well. Both of his books will definitely prep you to getting behind the bar. Another one I can say does that as well is the Joy of Mixology Gary Regan. Cocktail Codex is great because it trains your mind to compartmentalize different drinks. When I trained in the bar Above mixology course they sort of used a lot of the same tech. Great list
I've actually been considering buying all 3 of these, so the timing of these recommendations is perfect. I'm into history and am a big fan of Wondrich. I like his writing style and already have his book Punch... The new set is great, btw, much warmer feel.
Morgenthaler's book is amazing. Love his syrup methods and short cuts and his own testing on ice and tekkers. His other book on drinking etiquette is also worth getting
Imbibe was great I am a big history buff. I also read Unvarnished by Eric Alperin. It was fantastic. Alperin is a story teller in the Bourdain mold. His technique section was interesting and helped me see how interchangeable cocktails are once you know the base recipes. I'd love to hear your review of this "close to home" book.
Thank you, I’ve been looking for some books on the subject but there are too many of them out there to easily decide. This helps narrow my choices down. Cheers !
Did you make a new channel? Nevermind, just heard you say education barfly over the headset as I was typing this. Haha still gonna give you the algorithm boost.
Normal people: The French revolution was one of the most important and influential events in recent human history. This guy: The development of the negroni was one of the most important and influential events in recent human history. :-O
Cocktail Codex was the very first book I got and is, basically, the one to blame for starting my obsession with mixology. I can't recommend this one enough for anyone who wants to understand how to create/modify cocktails or to get a solid foundation on how the classics should taste like.
The Bar Book is definitely an amazing starting point for someone who is starting from scratch. I love Jeffrey's writing style and how thorough he is.
I have yet to get Imbibe but I do have a reprint of Jerry Thomas' original 1862 book. I love how the book provides recipes with 5-10 gallon yields!
One of my latest favorite book is Jim Meehan's Bartender Manual. It's really one of the best I've read so far.
Honourable mention must be: Liquid Intelligence by Dave Arnold. This was the first book I read on mixology and felt this was a really well-written explanation on the 'how to' and 'why' of certain techniques and the fundamental principles of traditional cocktails. First lesson I ever learned and one that goes a long way, there is no chilling without dilution and there is no dilution without chilling.
Yeah but that’s not a beginners book. That is an advanced book filled with not only culinary but scientific technique
@@freepour Fair enough. But in my case, I think it worked out well to start with first understanding what techniques and principles you need to employ to get to the most "optimal" drink and from there, I got into recipe books that highlighted the amazing history. I also do research for a living, so the scientific approach he took to answer questions like 'how long do you need to shake or stir' really resonated with me. I actually just picked up Imbibe and Smuggler's Cove. Next on my list is The Bar Book! Thanks for the great recos!
@@freepour whats the name of the ice machine behind you in the video?
I love the Cocktail Codex! I assert this theory to those who listen; it’s the best way to frame your mind around cocktail creation.
I couldn't agree more with these three selections. Imbibe is my favorite of the three seeing as I'm a big fan of "The Professor". Great list Leandro.🥃
Leandro you chose three great books to showcase here. I can see why you chose them, and the progression that someone truly passionate about cocktails would move through.
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Have also seen similar autos. Can confirm "dead barf lie".
Regarding cocktails is a great go-to as well.
My wife got me the Cocktail Codex for Christmas and she has said it was the best gift she could have given herself. It's a fantastic book and I am now making it a goal to try new recipes from that one and a few others every week. This past weekend I made the gin based White Lady which was surprisingly delicate for what is basically a gin sour. I followed that up by making a second and I used Empress 1908 and added a dash of lavendar biters. Again it was quite good. Now to find another one to make.
fantastic list, im a new bartender in my city and the first 3 recommendations given to me for books were these three, I’ll have to power through them!
Nice list Leandro, however I think you missed one important book by Ted Haigh. Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails. The book came out 2004 (I think) and is a great read with lots of history,
The bar Book has lots of good techniques for making syrups and stuff at home which is really helpful. Love it.
Over the last couple years I’ve really learned a lot and gotten the cocktail bug. Big thanks to your channel for making it easier and more fun. I’ve given cocktail codex to several friends as a gift and it’s gone over swimmingly! Cheers
Just started bartending last week you sir have truly saved my life out there
If you're really looking to dive deep then you definitely want to pick up the Cocktail Codex. Such a great book!
Some great books. One of my favorites is How’s Your Drink by Eric Felton. I nice read, more history than recipes, and also written early on in the resurgence of cocktails.
I'm just a hobbyist, but these are definitely 3 of my favorites along with Death & Co. (mostly because I find that I can make more of the cocktails with the limited space I have) and Regarding Cocktails (because Petraske's ethos and methodology are so easy to emulate in a home bar).
The Bar Book introduced me to so much theory and so many hacks that it basically read as a crash course into cocktail theory. Cocktail Codex changed the way that I looked at drinks, how they are formulated, and gave me a better understanding of what makes a cocktail balanced. Imbibe taught me a lot about the history of cocktails and definitely has some laugh-out-loud moments in it, some truly fantastic cocktails, and helped me understand how much had been forgotten to time during the later parts of the century.
I think Petraske's book might be my next addition to the library. Just got the Smuggler's Cove book and will probable head that way when I'm done!
@@Barprints you're in for a treat with Smuggler's Cove, I expanded my rum selection from 3 to about 35 after reading through it and working my way through the drinks.
@@dougmoore883 Sounds like something I would do; luckily rum is my wife's favorite spirit!
Reading and cocktails- 2 of my favorite things.
Cocktail codex is one of my favorites. I'm expanding the library and this definitely helps. Cheers!
Perfect list!!
I like Imbibe! Because it really gives you a sense of pride pursuing the profession of bartending. I actually use it to figure out old recipes in older measurements also.
The Bar Book is great for hacks and modern techniques. I love Morghenthauler because he is such a Bar Mcguyver. I love his other book drinking distilled as well. Both of his books will definitely prep you to getting behind the bar. Another one I can say does that as well is the Joy of Mixology Gary Regan.
Cocktail Codex is great because it trains your mind to compartmentalize different drinks. When I trained in the bar Above mixology course they sort of used a lot of the same tech. Great list
I've actually been considering buying all 3 of these, so the timing of these recommendations is perfect. I'm into history and am a big fan of Wondrich. I like his writing style and already have his book Punch...
The new set is great, btw, much warmer feel.
I swear by the Cocktail Codex! Great reference book, especially when it comes to different types of spirits
The Bar Book first got me into this hobby. Highly recommend!
My first book I found when I became interested in craft cocktails was Essential Bartender's Guide by Robert Hess, then I found your channel.
I am waiting for my copy of Imbibe.
I can not wait for that book.
Morgenthaler's book is amazing. Love his syrup methods and short cuts and his own testing on ice and tekkers. His other book on drinking etiquette is also worth getting
Nice thumbnail 😅
I’m missing the Bar Book, might pick it up if I can find it.
Imbibe was great I am a big history buff. I also read Unvarnished by Eric Alperin. It was fantastic. Alperin is a story teller in the Bourdain mold. His technique section was interesting and helped me see how interchangeable cocktails are once you know the base recipes. I'd love to hear your review of this "close to home" book.
Such a great video guys. I have one of those, and others are in my wish list. Thanks for the recommendations as always. Cheers!
I need those. My favorite book right now is Gotham City Cocktails 😄 A review on it would be fun!
I love the cocktail codex.
"I'm Just Here for the Drinks" by Sother Teague is great as well!
That’s also a great book! Will be doing more of these, three books at a time :)
Thanks for the recommendations!
Thanks, guys! I have Codex and Bar Book; missing the first one. Cheers!
Thank you, I’ve been looking for some books on the subject but there are too many of them out there to easily decide. This helps narrow my choices down. Cheers !
I say Cocktail Codex as your first stop is a great place to start. So much great info!
@@Barprints
Thanks! That’s actually the one I picked and ordered just last night 😀
@@independentmind7782 Enjoy! 😜
Definitely will have to pick up cocktail codex
Great book! you won't be disappointed!
I would say anything from Tristan Stephenson, starting with The Curious Bartender Volume 1...
Did you make a new channel? Nevermind, just heard you say education barfly over the headset as I was typing this. Haha still gonna give you the algorithm boost.
Yes, this is our second channel. It's the companion channel to the Educated Barfly so make sure to subscribe if you haven't :)
I want to get Imbibe! But it's hella expensive to get here in the UK
I just bought my first cocktail book. Gotham City Cocktails. Cocktails inspired by the Batman.
Very Nice!
✅ Done!
Normal people: The French revolution was one of the most important and influential events in recent human history.
This guy: The development of the negroni was one of the most important and influential events in recent human history.
:-O
I think I’m right 😂
Reading the Cocktail Codex the same way Trump reads the bible... Upside down.