The United States of Cocktails: Recipes, Tales, and Traditions from All 50 States is a spirited celebration of America’s rich and diverse cocktail culture!
Written by cocktail expert Brian Bartels with a foreword by Brad Thomas Parsons, this beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a unique journey through all 50 states and the District of Columbia, exploring the iconic drinks, beloved local spirits, and historic bars that define each region’s drinking traditions.
Blending more than 100 carefully curated recipes with travelogue-style storytelling, historical insights, and practical bartender tips, it serves as part cocktail recipe collection, part cultural guide, and part bartender’s manual, all designed to inspire both home mixologists and adventurous travelers.
Whether you’re looking to shake up classic concoctions at home or learn the stories behind America’s favorite libations, this engaging book offers a flavorful tribute to the people, places, and drinks that shape the nation’s cocktail heritage.
