The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks by David A. Embury (1958) | Vintage Cocktail Book

A Bartending Classic for Serious Drink Enthusiasts

If you enjoy mixing cocktails with precision or just love a good mid-century bar guide, The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks by David A. Embury is a solid choice. This 1958 revised edition covers more than 700 drink recipes, practical mixing advice, and classic hosting tips.

Originally published in 1948, this updated version became a go-to guide for home bartenders and professional mixologists alike.

Book Details

• Title: The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks
• Author: David A. Embury
• Illustrator: Nathan Gluck
• Publisher: Doubleday & Company, Inc.
• Year: 1958 Revised Edition
• Pages: 362
• Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
• Language: English
• Size: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Genre: Food & Drink – Vintage Cocktail Reference

Condition Notes

• Dust jacket shows moderate edge wear, rubbing, and chipping, especially at corners and spine.
• Yellow hardcover beneath DJ is solid with blue graphic design of cocktail glasses.
• Binding is firm, all pages intact.
• Pages are clean and unmarked.
• Please review the photos for a detailed visual of condition.

What’s Inside This Vintage Cocktail Book

Embury breaks down the building blocks of great drinks—liquor, modifiers, and flavorings. He also explains the tools, methods, and glassware you’ll need, along with memorable quotes and sharp opinions on how drinks should be made.

This edition includes illustrations by Nathan Gluck and retains the original’s direct, no-nonsense tone.

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