Description
A stunningly packaged, definitive guide to bar-building from one of the worlds most acclaimed bartenders.
Acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehans magnum opusand the first book to explain the ins and outs of the modern bar industry. Meehans deep dive covers the history of cocktails and bartending, service, hospitality, menu development, bar design, spirits production, drink mixing technique, and the tools youll need to create a well-stocked barall brought to life in over 150 black- and-white illustrations by artist Gianmarco Magnani.
The book also includes recipes for 100 cocktail classicsincluding Meehan originalsplus insights as to why he makes them the way he does. Organized by spirit base, the recipes contain detailed annotations. Thoughtful contributions from more than 50 colleagues around the world whove greatly contributed to global cocktail culture further contextualize Meehans philosophy.
Whether youre a professional looking to take your career to the next level or an enthusiastic amateur interested in better understanding concepts like mise en place and the mechanics of drink making, Meehans Bartender Manual is the definitive modern guide.
