Meehan´s Bartender Manual

A stunningly packaged, definitive guide to bar-building from one of the world´s most acclaimed bartenders. Meehan´s Bartender Manual is acclaimed mixologist Jim Meehan´s magnum opus--and the first book to explain the ins and outs of the modern bar industry. This groundbreaking work chronicles Meehan´s storied career in the bar business through practical, enlightening chapters that mix history with professional insight. Meehan´s deep dive covers the essential topics, including the history of cocktails and bartending, service, hospitality, menu development, bar design, spirits production, drink mixing technique, and the tools you´ll need to create a well-stocked bar--all brought to life in over 150 black- and-white illustrations by artist Gianmarco Magnani. The book also includes recipes for 100 cocktail classics--including Meehan originals--plus insights as to why he makes them the way he does, offering unprecedented access to a top bartender´s creative process. Organized by spirit base, the recipes contain detailed annotations and are accompanied by fine art photographer Doron Gild´s breathtaking, full-color photos. Thoughtful contributions from more than 50 colleagues around the world who´ve greatly contributed to global cocktail culture further contextualize Meehan´s philosophy. Timeless black-and-white portraits of these industry experts round out this comprehensive tome. This densely informative, yet approachable manual is presented in an iconic package--featuring a textured cover with debossed type, rounded corners, and nearly 500 pages--making it an instant classic to be enjoyed now, and for years to come. Whether you´re 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, Meehan´s Bartender Manual is the definitive modern guide.