Famous New Orleans Drinks and How to Mix ’em

A classical work.
-H. L. Mencken, early twentieth-century distinguished journalist, critic, and editor

From the story behind the Side Car Cocktail to the secret of perfect Mississippi Planter’s Punch, this effervescent collection is a spirited romp through the history and recipes of New Orleans’s most famous cocktails.
Concoct exotic beverages such as Pousse Caf’, Vieux Carr’ Cocktail, and Absinthe Anisette as you imbibe the lore behind these libations. These colorful stories, including the creation of the Ramos Gin Fizz and the origin of the word cocktail, are stimulating sips of the zest of the Crescent City.
Since its debut 1937, Famous New Orleans Drinks and How to Mix ‘Em has brought a twist of Bourbon Street to homes worldwide.

Author: Stanley Arthur
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
Published: 01/02/1977
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 8.04h x 5.28w x 0.28d
ISBN: 9780882891323
Language: English