The Stork Club Bar Book (Classic Cocktail Books series) [Hardcover]

Lucius Beebe (Author)

Book Description

Series: Classic Cocktail Books series | Publication Date: November 2003

From pre–Civil War bartending to the night clubs of the 1940s, these bar books document the trends and mores of their respective eras. Beginning with the first known recipe book compiled for those seeking to serve sophisticated beverages, through the birth of many of the 21st century's drink standards and the tales of those who consumed them, these drink guides provide an insider's glimpse into the excess and splendor of the pre- and post-Prohibition eras.
A famous oasis after the ravages of Prohibition, the Stork Club was the place for celebrities to see and be seen. This bar book offers a historical glimpse into the high life in New York City at this legendary spot and who was drinking which concoctions. Penned by a legendary wit and bon vivant, this book contains recipes, humor, and stories about the rich and famous who frequented this elegant club, and sly essays on such subjects as the mint julep and the zombie.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

This is a must have for anyone who collects bar items. It also provides a great taste of history for anyone who likes New York and the trendiest bar (The Stork Club, owned and operated by Sherman Billingsley) of yesteryear.

About the Author

Lucius Beebe is the coauthor of more than 30 books on American railroads and Western Americana. His articles and columns have appeared in American Heritage, Gourmet, Holiday, Newsweek, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the Saturday Review. His column on New York café society, "This New York," appeared in The New York Herald.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 136 pages
• Publisher: New Day Publishing (November 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974325910
• ISBN-13: 978-0974325910
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #647,537 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #26 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Drinks & Beverages > Bartending
  • #39 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Drinks & Beverages > Spirits

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Slurp., September 11, 2009

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Martina O. C. Dinale "Martina Dinale" (Brooklyn,N.Y.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Stork Club Bar Book (Classic Cocktail Books series) (Hardcover)

Delicious slice of American NYC history and delicious cocktails ....what the hell more could I ask for ? Well, a little ice perhaps .

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic New York Nighlife Collectible, November 27, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Stork Club Bar Book (Classic Cocktail Books series) (Hardcover)

There is simply no other Bar Book out there that matches this truly rare book in recipes and commentary threaded with a colorful history. It is simply a "MUST HAVE" for anyone who collects Bar Books or Stork Club memorabilia.

From the Roaring Twenties to the chaotic Sixties, The Stork Club (Owned by Sherman Billingsley) was New York's hottest nightclub. It was a glittering world where celebrities, politicians and millionaires congregated.

Return to the glory days of New York long since gone and browse the club's legendary bartender's manual.