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As the author of The Bartender's Bible, The Book of Bourbon and New Classic Cocktails, Regan is no stranger to spirits, and in his newest work he sets out to explain "the histories behind various cocktails and perhaps come up with some new theories, if not conclusions, along the way." He accomplishes it all, offering a definitive and entertaining guide to the bartender' trade. Beginning with a solid history of mixed cocktails, Regan then provides an instruction manual for bartenders, asking, "do you have what it takes?" He instructs on everything from bartender etiquette (how to treat a customer who doesn't tip, how to tell someone he's had enough) to the brass tacks of tending bar (how to arrange liquor bottles, how to rim a glass and how to pour out precise measurements). Regan misses nothing, and everything he covers is simply explained; clear illustrations identify the "families" of cocktail glasses, while charts show the "families" of alcohol. It isn't until three-quarters through the book that Regan begins his cocktail recipes. And by that time, readers will finally have the knowledge to prepare each one.
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An original book on the craft of mixology is a rare gem. Gary Regan’s The Joy of Mixology is such a gem, one whose genius lies in Regan’s breakthrough system for categorizing drinks that helps bartenders—both professionals and amateurs alike—not only to remember drink recipes but also to invent their own.

For example, once you understand that the Margarita is a member of the New Orleans Sour Family, you’ll instantly see that a Kamikaze is just a vodka-based Margarita; a Cosmopolitan follows the same formula, with some cranberry juice thrown in for color. Similarly, the Manhattan and the Rob Roy, both members of the French-Italian family, are variations on the whiskey-vermouth-bitters formula.

In this way Regan brings a whole new understanding to the world of cocktails and how to make them. Not only will you learn how to make standard cocktails, you’ll actually learn to feel your way through making a drink, thereby attaining the skills needed to create concoctions of your own. And as Regan explains methods for mixing drinks, how to choose bartenders’ wares and select spirits and liqueurs, and the origins of many cocktails, you’ll feel as though you’re behind the bar with him, learning from a master. Plus, his charming and detailed history of mixed drinks raises this far above the standard cocktail guide fare.

With more than 350 drink recipes, The Joy of Mixology is the ultimate bar guide. Ground-breaking and authoritative, it’s a must-have for anyone interested in the craft of the cocktail.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 400 pages
  • Publisher: Clarkson Potter; 1 edition (October 14, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0609608843
  • ISBN-13: 978-0609608845
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.7 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #12,237 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Not your average mixology book!, October 22, 2003
By Robert Hess (Lake Forest Park, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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Your average cocktail/bartender book is usually just the result of somebody gathering together as many recipes as they can find, prefacing it with the obligatory "how to stock your home bar" chapter, then selecting "File / Print..." Is it any wonder then that people these days are confused as to what a Martini really is?

Thankfully, Gary Regan has shown us that a mixology book can be far more then we have come to expect.

In "The Joy of Mixology", Gary lays out for us the results of what obviously has been many years of research into what cocktails really are, and how to make them properly. First he covers the common topics such as history, bartending, garnishes, glassware, but with far more interesting information then you most likely have seen elsewhere. Mr. Regan then dives into laying out the various styles of cocktails and mixed drinks, and how to understand them in ways that focus on the proper and well-balanced construction of each style. There is a lot of meat in how he organizes his lists, and a wealth of information behind their proper construction.

Cocktails really don't need to be as confusing as they seem to be to most people. This book goes a long way in not only making sense of the large array of cocktail selections available, but also in bringing to light the potentials of a "Quality" cocktail experience.

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE BOOK, September 11, 2005
By Erica "Porta-Potty Avoider" (St. Paul, Minnesota) - See all my reviews
I'm surprised that this book doesn't have more reviews - I am usually too preoccupied or lazy to take the time to write Amazon reviews, but in this case I had to speak! This really is THE BOOK if you're looking to learn the art of mixology, the craft of the cocktail, the joy of boozing it up in a delicious and debonair way! I am rather obsessive with the whole mixing drinks thing - and an obsessive buyer of cocktail books - but the only two that really matter - the only two that are ESSENTIAL and not just a novelty to own - are this book and Dale Degroff's the Craft of the Cocktail. Buy others if you have the inclination, but if you're wondering what to buy to learn, or to enjoy, or to be able to say you have the definitive books on the subject - buy those two. And believe me, I've tried out enough of the recipes to KNOW what I'm talking about!
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11 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Does it get any better than this???, July 21, 2005
This book was written out of passion,not for the money.Extremely complete.I own a large collection of cocktail books and I must say that they have become completely obsolete.This is a real classic with an expanded drink history section.Do you wanna know how it all began?Do you wanna learn the real craft?Buy it now before it's too late!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars More than a recipe book
There are really a couple of subjects that this book covers:

- Recipes: lots of them with the author's own variations. Not all of the recipes I tried were great. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Paul

5.0 out of 5 stars A Love of the Bar
This is by far the best bartending/mixology guide I have come across. Gary Regan is a pro in the old school sense. Read more
Published 1 month ago by el Profeta

5.0 out of 5 stars This book mixes it up!
If you're in the market for a good book on cocktail making but want more than your standard recipe book, this may be it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Derrick Schommer

4.0 out of 5 stars A thoroughly intoxicating joy
Gary Regan starts the book about cocktails with at least eight different versions about the origin of the word 'cocktail'. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Sheila Ellenbogen

5.0 out of 5 stars THE Best Bar Book
This is the best mixing book I have seen. Rather than just giving a ton of recipes it explains why things go well together and where they came from. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Syrah L. Simon

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun read. Detail oriented
I really enjoyed reading this book. I have a large wet bar at home and enjoy catering to guests on occasion. Read more
Published 9 months ago by D. Nabavian

5.0 out of 5 stars An Essential for Any Mixologist
One of the most comprehensive books about cocktails, their history, and how to properly prepare them. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Roy Wagner

4.0 out of 5 stars Damn Fine Book and Cheap to Boot
While it lacks the drink porn photos of other books, it contains a lot of good solid information and technique. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Christopher Carlsson

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book but excessive on personal creations
Mr. Regan does a very good job with the history of the cocktail, a select group of important cocktails to know how to make, and a "drink families" guide to help the aspiring... Read more
Published 15 months ago by E. Boggs

5.0 out of 5 stars Great cocktail tips and recipes
There is a Great Cocktails show on the Food Network and they often feature Gary Regan on the show. My husband thought he looked like a fun bartender and had me order this book... Read more
Published 22 months ago by JBinMD

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