Bøger af Leo Engel

First published in 1904, Engel's book is a comprehensive guide to mixed drinks. It includes recipes for classic cocktails such as the Manhattan and the Martini, as well as a range of lesser-known libations. Engel's witty prose and colorful anecdotes make this book as entertaining as it is informative.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1878 Edition.

From the original preface: The Americans, to whom we are indebted for a great number of ingenious inventions that have added greatly to the comfort of the human race, were the first to introduce these wholesome and invigorating Refreshers. For many years they only flourished in the United States, but have at last become acclimatized in every quarter of the globe, and are now the acknowledged drink at all Bacchanalian revels. Every great city now boasts of its "Alabama Fog-cutters," its "Connecticut Eye-openers," its "Thunderbolt Cocktails," its "Lightning Smashers," its "Boston Nose-warmers," its "Magnetic Crushers," its galvanic "Lip-pouters," its "Josey Ticklers," and its "Leo Coaxers." It occurred to the author of this work that it was only right that the public should be made acquainted with the precise manner in which these drinks are manipulated, there being a vast difference in both their flavour and effect if made from a proper recipe. Leo, during his lengthened soujourn in America, collected an unlimited number of original and other recipes for Drinks and has become a great benefactor to the British nation... It is our intention to select from his gigantic catalogue of recipes upwards of two hundred various compounds, each of which has been extensively patronized by bon vivants of every country...

American and Other Drinks is a comprehensive guide to the world of cocktails, written by Leo Engel. The book was first published in 1908 and has since become a classic in the field of mixology. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of cocktails, the art of mixing drinks, and the ingredients and equipment needed to create the perfect drink. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of cocktail making. The first section covers the basics of mixology, including the different types of spirits and mixers, as well as the tools and techniques needed to create the perfect drink. The second section covers the history of cocktails, from their origins in the early 19th century to their popularity in the 20th century.The third section of the book is devoted to American drinks, including classic cocktails like the Manhattan and the Martini, as well as lesser-known drinks like the Ward Eight and the Clover Club. The fourth section covers international drinks, including cocktails from Europe, Asia, and South America. Throughout the book, Engel provides detailed instructions for making each drink, as well as tips on how to garnish and serve them. He also includes a number of recipes for snacks and appetizers that pair well with cocktails.Overall, American and Other Drinks is a must-read for anyone interested in the art of mixology. With its comprehensive coverage of cocktail history, ingredients, and techniques, this book is an invaluable resource for both amateur and professional bartenders alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.