The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book

by Joy Perrine, Susan Reigler, Pam Spaulding (Photographer)

Overview

Interest in bourbon, America's native spirit and a beverage almost exclusively distilled in Kentucky, has never been greater. Thanks in part to the general popularity of cocktails and the marketing efforts of the bourbon industry, there are more brands of bourbon and more bourbon drinkers than ever before.

In The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book, Joy Perrine and Susan Reigler provide a reader-friendly handbook featuring more than 100 recipes including seasonal drinks, after-dinner bourbon cocktails, Derby cocktails, and even medicinal toddies. The book's introduction explains how the use of specific spirits and ingredients, glassware, and special techniques, such as muddling and infusions, accentuates the unique flavor of bourbon. Much of the book is devoted to recipes and instructions for the professional or at-home bartender, from classic drinks such as the Manhattan and the Mint Julep to drinks for special occasions, including the Candy Cane, Pumpkin Eggnog, and Kentucky Bourbon Sparkler. The authors complete the work with suggested appetizer pairings, a glossary of terms, and a bibliography of bourbon-related books.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780813173580
Publisher:	University Press of Kentucky
Publication date:	10/27/2009
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	964 KB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Joy Perrine has been the bar manager at Equus Restaurant and Jack's Lounge in Louisville since 1985, was named "Best Bartender in Louisville" by Louisville Magazine, and has won numerous awards for her cocktails. Susan Reigler is an award-winning former restaurant critic and drinks writer for the Louisville Courier-Journal. Her articles about bourbon have been published in Malt Advocate and Wine Enthusiast. She is author of the Compass American Guide to Kentucky, Adventures in Dining: Kentucky Bourbon Country, and The Complete Guide to Kentucky State Parks.

Joy Perrine has been the bar manager at Equus Restaurant and Jack’s Lounge in Louisville since 1985, was named "Best Bartender in Louisville" by Louisville Magazine, and has won numerous awards for her cocktails.
Susan Reigler is a former restaurant critic for the Louisville Courier-Journal and a current correspondent for Bourbon+ and American Whiskey magazines. She has also authored or coauthored six books on bourbon, and in 2019, she was inducted into the Order of the Writ.
Pam Spaulding, a veteran photographer and photojournalist, is the photographer of The Complete Guide to Kentucky State Parks and The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book.

Editorial Reviews

A must for anyone who likes bourbon. Perrine and Reigler have crafted a gem for cocktail lovers and bourbon lovers alike.

Albert Schmid

The 'Joy of Cooking' for America's native spirit.

Adam Seger

"This petite book is filled with all of the bourbon recipes you will likely ever need and goes far beyond the Old-fashioned and Manhattan."

About.com

If the tulip poplar is Kentucky's official state tree, bourbon whiskey is its state liquid.

Richard Taylor

Joy Perrine and Susan Reigler showcase the world of bourbon in a reader-friendly format, highlighting techniques, ingredients, food selection, and glassware for the professional or home bartender.... Everyone, from the bourbon connoisseur to the amateur enthusiast, can appreciate this how-to guide, which embraces the rich heritage and sophistication of a true Kentucky classic.

Kentucky Post

Consider The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book an essential addition to the literature of commonwealth entertaining and to the recipe collections of well-appointed in-home bistros and cosmopolitan cafes.

Louisville Courier-Journal - Linda Elisabeth Beattie

"Few know Bourbon cocktails as well as Joy Perrine."

Cheers Magazine

This is a very good book for any bourbon lover's bar library.

bourbonenthusiast.com - Mike Veach

The tome offers a fresh perspective on an old-age tradition.

Examiner.com

The information here has more than enough detail to assist in planning an outing for the day or a weekend getaway. From the pictures to the narratives, Kentuckians may be more tempted than ever to never leave the state.

Bowling Green Daily News - Andrew McMichael

Joy Perrine and Susan Reigler have experimented with Kentucky bourbons to create a variety of cocktails.... Their collection features unique concoctions for casual dinners or upscale holiday events.

Lexington Herald-Leader - Sharon Thompson

I am delighted that the authors have stopped testing all those classic and creative concoctions long enough to share them with their soon-to-be appreciative audience. Cheers!

From the Publisher

It's always great to see a real bartender getting his or her thoughts and recipes into print. The world needs more books like this one.

Gary Regan

Whether you want to channel your inner Don Draper or develop your own bourbon infusions, this book is a wonderful reference.

Bloomsbury Review

As with food, bon appétit. At the very least, bottoms up.

bookideas.com - John L. Hoh Jr.