Mezcal and Tequila Cocktails - by Robert Simonson (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Satiate your thirst for new ways to use and drink tequila and mezcal with this collection of 62 recipes for agave cocktails from New York Times spirits writer Robert Simonson. These versatile spirits pair with a broad range of flavors in nearly every classic cocktail formula, from the flip to the julep and the recipes here are easy to assemble, most only require three or four ingredients. From riffs on classics such as Mezcal Mule and The Oaxaca Old-Fashioned to new favorites such as Naked and Famous or Smoke and Ice, you'll discover how to use tequila and mezcal to create cocktails that highlight the smoky, edgy flavors of these unique and popular spirits"--

Book Synopsis

IACP AWARD WINNER - Indulge your thirst for new ways to enjoy tequila and mezcal with 60+ recipes for agave cocktails from a James Beard Award-nominated author and New York Times spirits writer.

From riffs on classics such as the Mezcal Mule and Oaxaca Old-Fashioned to new favorites such as Naked and Famous or Smoke and Ice, discover how to use mezcal and tequila to create cocktails in nearly every classic cocktail formula--from flip to sour to highball--that highlight the smoky, edgy flavors of these unique and popular spirits.

Robert Simonson, author of The Old-Fashioned and The Martini Cocktail, covers a broad range of flavors with doable, delicious recipes that are easy to assemble, most only requiring three or four ingredients. This comprehensive, straightforward guide is perfect for tequila and mezcal enthusiasts looking for creative ways to enjoy agave spirits more often and in more varied ways--or for anyone who just likes to drink the stuff.

About the Author

Robert Simonson writes about cocktails, spirits, bars, and bartenders for the New York Times. He is the author of A Proper Drink, The Old-Fashioned, 3-Ingredient Cocktails, and The Martini Cocktail. His writings have appeared in Saveur, Food & Wine, GQ, Lucky Peach, Whisky Advocate, Imbibe, and PUNCH, where he is a contributing editor. A native of Wisconsin, he has lived in New York City since 1988.