The Cocktail Book 1927 | Prohibition Era Manual for Gentlemen | Red Cloth Binding | Vintage Drink Recipes

Discover an uncommon edition of "The Cocktail Book, A Sideboard Manual for Gentlemen" published in 1927, a fifth impression of the original 1925 new revised edition. Authored by Frederic Lawrence Knowles and issued for the St. Botolph Society by L. C. Page & Company, this vintage cocktail book features red cloth boards with gilt titles. Although the cloth spine has a repaired rip with library binding tape and the boards show signs of past water exposure and soiling, the internal pages remain in good condition, bound tightly, though with a cracked hinge revealing webbing.

This rare printing from the Prohibition era offers cocktail aficionados a taste of the past with a variety of classic drink recipes, including the Absinthe Frappe and Blue Blazes among many others. Perfect for collectors and cocktail enthusiasts alike, this copy is a unique addition to any home bar or bookshelf, presenting both a historical document and a practical manual for crafting timeless beverages. Grab this scarce vintage gem while it lasts, and elevate your cocktail game with some genuinely retro recipes.

Fully Detailed Description:
The Cocktail Book, A Sideboard Manual for Gentlemen, New Revised Edition" Issued for the St. Botolph Society by L. C. Page & Company, authored by Frederic Lawrence Knowles. This copy is the 1927 fifth impression of the 1925 new revised edition. There was a rip to the cloth spine that has been repaired with library binding tape. Red cloth boards and gilt titles, soiled boards with signs of past water exposure, internally bound tight and pages in good condition, cracked hinge with webbing showing. Scarce copy in acceptable condition for its age. Uncommon Prohibition era printing of this cocktail book. Includes recipes for Absinthe Frappe, Blue Blazes & many more.

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