Speakeasies and SpicesDelve into some of America's darkest days — the Prohibition Era — to discover how to sling drinks speakeasy-style. Ever wonder where the word
bootlegger came from, or how moonshine got its name? We've got the lowdown on Prohibition! Learn how to whip up three completely different cocktails in under a minute; then slow it down with a trip to Employees Only — if you can find it. This speakeasy-inspired bar in New York City pays tribute to Prohibition while celebrating the return of the
legal cocktail.
Next, learn the story behind where the Champagne saucer gets its curves; it'll have you saying, "Ooh-la-la!" Then learn how to make the classic French 75 cocktail. But before you pour the bubbly, we've got a lesson in Pop-the-Cork 101 that will make you look like a pro.
What exactly is the difference between gin and vodka? We've got the answer, and we'll tell you how those fragrant fumes get into gin. Pegu Club, in New York City, resurrects the spirit of an old British officers' club in Rangoon. And you've heard of cinnamon; you've heard of clove — but liquid spices can add life to you cocktail.
Modern bartenders really know how to dial it up a notch. Find out some of the unique techniques and innovative ingredients that have put these 21st-century bartenders on the map. Not all great cocktails have to end in pain; check out these recipes for delicious nonalcoholic drinks. And here's a formula you never learned in algebra: how to make sure you've always got enough liquor on hand to keep the drinks flowing at your next cocktail party.
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