The Official Mixer's Manual

2013 Reprint of 1934 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. James Beard says And because this book is intended for the professional bartender as well as the amateur it must contain mixtures for which there is only an occasional demand. So dont look askance at the Widows Kiss or Pollys Special or other such rarities. somewhere with some people they are favorites. Here is the most complete comprehensive home or professional bartenders guide obtainable. It contains over 1200 recipes for mixed drinks which have won public approval in the last 100 years. This extensive list was compiled from the records of famous bars and restaurants in the United States Canada Europe and South America. In addition to the classic and well-known drinks The Official Mixers Manual provides formulas which will appeal to those adventurous hosts who delight in surprising their guests and themselves with behind-the-bar innovations. Duffy was chief bartender at the old Ashland House. This book is the result of his long experience and ripe judgment.