Apothecary Cocktails: Restorative Drinks from Yesterday and Today

Take the knowledge of Warren Bobrow's Apothecary Cocktails to any gathering and you'll be the talk of the party! This mini version of the bestselling book, Apothecary Cocktails, features 50 of the best traditional and newly created recipes for medicinally-themed cocktails. Learn the history of the top ten apothecary liqueurs, bitters, and tonics that are enjoying resurgence at trendy bars and restaurants, including Peychaud's Bitters, Chartreuse, and Vermouth. Find out how healing herbs, flowers, and spices are being given center stage in cocktail recipes and traditional apothecary recipes and ingredients are being resurrected for taste and the faint promise of a cure. Once you've mastered the history, you can try your hand at reviving your favorites: restoratives, sedatives and toddys, digestifs, and more. Whether you're interested in the history, the recipes, or both, you'll love flipping through this tiny portable book that is the perfect companion for any bartender.