Cocktails from the Land of Bourbon & Rye
“Cocktails from the Land of Bourbon & Rye” is a meticulously curated recipe book showcasing signature cocktails and new riffs from the most esteemed craft bars and distilleries in Indiana and Kentucky— the heartland of American whiskey. Alongside detailed recipes, the book features original essays on American whiskey and the craft of the cocktail, offering fresh insights and contributions to the field.
The current proposed outline:
Part 1: American Whiskey
Chapter 1. An Unorthodox History of American Whiskey
Chapter 2. Styles, Regulations, and Production of American Whiskey
Chapter 3. Enjoying Whiskey by Itself
Chapter 4. The House Blend
Part 2: History of the Cocktail
Chapter 5. A Brief History of the Cocktail
Chapter 6. The History of the Old Fashioned
Chapter 7. The History of the Julep
Part 3: Cocktail Craft
Chapter 8. Anatomy of the Cocktail
Chapter 9. Tools of the Bartender’s Trade
Chapter 10. Basic Techniques for Mixing Drinks
Chapter 11. Ice, the Understated Ingredient
Part 4: Mixers, Syrups, Infusions, and Cordials
Chapter 12. Recipes for Mixers
Part 5: Whiskey Cocktails
Chapter 13. Whiskey Cocktail Recipes A – Z
Part 5: Non-Whiskey Cocktails from the Land of Bourbon and Rye
Chapter 14. Craft-spirit Cocktail Recipes A – Z
Part 6: Kentuckiana Craft Cocktail Trail
Chapter 15. The Craft Cocktail Trail
Chapter 16. Contributor Profiles
Sample Recipe
