Grimes traces the history of that uniquely American invention, the cocktail, from its origins in colonial times to its current revival. He is particularly entertaining when reviewing extinct drinks -- ever wonder what a shandy is? -- but the storied bartenders and venues are also a pleasure.
The second half of the book is recipes. For these, you're probably better off with a bartender's handbook.
Net -- mix yourself a drink and settle into your favorite armchair for this one.Get more detail about Straight Up or On the Rocks: The Story of the American Cocktail.
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