Complete Reprint of Harry Johnson's Bartenders' Manual, originally published 1882. "Harry Johnson was a professional bartender for most of his life and along with Jerry Thomas he was one of the first to write about his trade. Harry's rather opinionated thoughts on the bartending profession and how to run a bar, which takes up the first third of the book, make for a fascinating insight in to the world of nineteenth century bars. He wasn't afraid of boasting, describing one of his bars as "what was generally recognized to be the largest and finest establishment of the kind in this country", but the advice is clearly spoken from the heart about a profession he really believes in."

2015 Reprint of 1934 Edition. Full facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. The first edition of Harry Johnson's "Bartenders' Manual" was published before our century cutoff, but this landmark book is still being reprinted to this day, and bartenders around the world look to it for guidance in honing their craft. Perhaps what makes Johnson's approach especially significant is that his book was the first how-to, articulating how to be a bartender (not just what to make), and the wisdom Johnson imparted then still applies today. It also explains how to run a bar, the daily ins and outs of running a drinking establishment. Hundreds of detailed drink recipes are provided in minute detail. Our Edition reprints the 1934 re-issue of the classic 1882 edition.

From the pioneering mixologist Harry Johnson, this timeless guide reveals the secrets to crafting the perfect cocktail and details hundreds of essential mixed drinks recipes. First published in 1882, Harry Johnson's New and Improved Bartender's Manual was the first how-to mixology guide and has since been an indispensable volume for anyone looking to master the art of crafting cocktails. Explore the most innovative drink recipes, from classic cocktails to uniquely crafted concoctions, and discover Harry Johnson's essential techniques and bartending tips in this meticulous guide. Proudly published by Vintage Cookery Books, this new edition features an introduction to mixed drinks by William Schimdt and an advisory excerpt from Joseph L. Haywood's Mixology (1898).

First published in the 1860s, Harry Johnson's Bartenders' Manual is one of the oldest books of its kind. This version is a complete copy of the 1934 reprint. Johnson tells us about a time when it was obviously necessary to remind bartenders not to chew on a toothpick or a cigar when on a job interview, not to spit on the floor or indulge in other bad habits. He gives advice on how to attend a bar as well as how to treat patrons and employees, the correct way of handling wine bottles and beer casks. Furthermore he lists many cocktail recipes of the old time that have been popular in America and Europe. This book is a must have for all bartenders and those who are interested in drinks and bar culture.

The first book to comprehensively document the proper steps to opening, stocking, and operating a bar, Harry Johnson's Bartenders' Manual is a mandatory volume for those in the bartending profession. Originally published in 1882, Johnson revised and expanded the book another two times as his own knowledge of the business increased. Contains the first published Martini recipe and the ancestor of the Dry Martini, the Marguerite.