{"title":"Ted Haigh","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our dedicated collection for Ted Haigh, also fondly known as \"Dr. Cocktail.\" A leading authority in the world of mixology, Ted Haigh is renowned for his expertise in vintage cocktails, bringing forgotten recipes back to life with a contemporary twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTed Haigh's works, particularly \u003cem\u003eVintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails: Prohibition Centennial Edition\u003c\/em\u003e, provide an engaging journey into the golden age of cocktails. This edition serves as both a nostalgic glance at historical libations and an educational resource, complete with expertly curated recipes that delve into the rich history and culture of each drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned bartender or a home enthusiast looking to expand your cocktail repertoire, Ted Haigh’s books are invaluable. They are filled with intriguing anecdotes, exquisite photography, and insightful commentary, making them perfect companions for anyone keen on exploring the depths of the culinary world. Dive into this delightful collection and elevate your appreciation for the artistry of vintage cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-spirits-and-forgotten-cocktails-prohibition-centennial-edition-by-ted-haigh-9781631598951","title":"Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails: Prohibition Centennial Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this new, updated edition, Dr. Cocktail vastly widens his examination of 1920-1933, the thirteen-year period when women got the Vote, child labour was abolished and, ironically, saw the cocktail elevated, prolonged, and expanded, spreading this signature American drink form in tasty ripples around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll this, plus more drink recipes! Nothing is so desired as the thing denied. Prohibition made people want cocktails very, very badly. Because \"synthetic\" liquor was the easiest to make, it was also the easiest to get. Problematically, it tasted awful and wasn't exactly good for you either. Cocktails with their mélange of flavours were a made-to-order method for disguising the bad hooch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with 100+ rare and delicious authentic recipes gathered from old cocktail manuals and scraps of paper never published, this illustrated trip down mixology lane tells the fascinating origins of the cocktail and how it evolved over time, including its rising popularity during Prohibition. Vintage illustrations and advertisements, photos of old bottles and cocktail artefacts, and fascinating Prohibition-era photographs bring the tippling past back to vivid life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRecipes for rare treasures like The Fogcutter, Knickerbocker a la Monsieur, The Moscow Mule, and Satan's Whiskers are each presented with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHistorical background on its origin and cultural context\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrink Notes that provide additional information on ingredients and tips for substitutions and variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA luscious, full-colour photo of the cocktail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA resource guide at the back tells you exactly where to get some of the rarer ingredients. This homage to the great bartenders of the past and the beverages they created also profiles some of the most influential cocktail pioneers of today. For anyone who enjoys an icy drink and an unforgettable tale, \u003cem\u003eVintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails: Prohibition Centennial Edition\u003c\/em\u003e is a must-have volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46998828089580,"sku":"9781631598951","price":55.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25322793482768.jpg?v=1763232874"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ted-haigh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}