Speakeasy Cocktails: 50 Classic Cocktails from the Decades of Decadence is a curated collection that transports readers back to the Prohibition era, offering a selection of 50 classic cocktail recipes. Organized by the era of their invention, the book features iconic drinks such as the Dirty Martini, Southside, and Manhattan. Each recipe is accompanied by historical context, reflecting how clandestine bars of the 1920s masked the harsh flavors of illicit spirits with mixers like citrus juices, ginger ale, and colas, resulting in some of today's most beloved cocktails.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Scott Robertson is a writer and bartender with a passion for uncovering and sharing the rich social history that underlies our drinking traditions. His work delves into the cultural and historical contexts of classic cocktails, offering readers not just recipes but also the stories behind them.

• Hardcover
• 96 pages