19th Century bartender Jerry Thomas is known as the father of the American cocktail and most just called him “Professor”. With stints in New York, London, San Francisco and other cities about the globe, he spread cocktail culture the world over.

Imbibe is Jerry’s story and a great read. The author does a great job of capturing cocktail culture of the late 1800s. Truly a great read.

Imbibe!: From Absinthe Cocktail to Whiskey Smash, a Salute in Stories and Drinks to “Professor” Jerry Thomas, Pioneer of the American Bar

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