Museum of the American Cocktail

Cocktails, Bartending, and the American Classic, Mr. Boston

Jonathan Pogash — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

MOTAC
New Orleans,LA

MOTAC welcomes "The Cocktail Guru", Jonathan Pogash. Join us for a symposium featuring the new edition of this classic book which Johathan has edited. (Mr. Boston 75th Anniversary Edition, Wiley and Sons). Jonathan's expertise as a cocktail writer, consultant and host brings together the key aspects of successfully mastering the art of cocktail design.

Cocteles y Cantineros: a Look at the Rich History of Cuban Drinks

David Wondrich — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Museum of the American Cocktail
New Orleans,LA

Join us for a tropical evening with one of the world's foremost expert on the history of the American cocktail, David Wondrich: author of "Punch: The Delights (and Dangers) of the Flowing Bowl" and "Imbibe! ...Salute in Stories and Drinks to Professor Jerry Thomas...", Dr. Wondrich, better known as Dave to everyone lucky enough to have a drink with him, will explore the rich history of Cuban drinks.

The Magical Elixirs of Mexico

Steve Olson aka wine geek — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Museum of the American Cocktail
New Orleans,LA

Join Steve Olson, aka wine geek, for an advanced exploration of the origins of pre-Columbian distillation in Native Mexico, and full disclosure on terroir in agave. Pay homage to Mexico's national spirits, Mezcal and Tequila, through an exciting tasting of these exotic elixirs.

ON THE TOWN - A Tribute to Bars, Speaks, and Legendary Saloons!

Dale DeGroff — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Farmer's Cabinet
Philadelphia,PA

Join us for a spirited evening of stories, cocktails and songs from legendary watering holes and his forty years of working and carousing them! DeGrof takes us on a journey through bar life in America from Colonial times to the present, revealing the colorful history of the cocktail and the antics that drove this amazing cultural phenomenon. Guests will enjoy classic cocktails from various eras, prepared by the talented mixologists at Farmers Cabinet, along with music, stories, and light hors d’oeuvres.
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ON THE TOWN; A Tribute to Bars, Speaks, and Legendary Saloons!

Dale DeGroff — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Warehouse Theatre
Washington DC,

APRIL 11 and 12th: Join award-winning mixologist, Dale DeGroff for an evening of stories, cocktails and songs from legendary watering holes and his forty years of working and carousing them! Accompanied by Washington's own piano virtuoso Dan Ruskin, DeGrof takes us on a journey through bar life in America from Colonial times to the present, revealing the colorful history of the cocktail and the antics that drove this amazing cultural phenomenon. Classic cocktails from The Passenger and tunes from the Great American Songbook make for an unforgettable evening! For reviews and complete schedule: http://www.kingcocktail.com/onthetown.htm
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Cocktails of the Lost Generation

Chantal Tseng and Philip Greene — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Tabard Inn
Washington,DC
If you've seen Midnight in Paris, you know this already, but during the 1920s, Paris was teeming with legendary writers, artists, poets, entertainers, Bohemians, and other colorful characters. Many were expatriates, fleeing what they saw as a cultural wasteland in Prohibition-era America. Learn a bit about what the likes of Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Dos Passos, James Joyce, Picasso, and others were drinking in the bars and cafes of Paris, particularly the Left Bank. Enjoy sample cocktails and delicious appetizers during this fun and educational evening at the historic Tabard Inn.

ON THE TOWN - A Tribute to Bars, Speaks, and Legendary Saloons!

Dale DeGroff — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Warehouse Theatre
Washington DC,

APRIL 11 and 12th: Join award-winning mixologist, Dale DeGroff for an evening of stories, cocktails and songs from legendary watering holes and his forty years of working and carousing them! Accompanied by Washington's own piano virtuoso Dan Ruskin, DeGroff takes us on a journey through bar life in America from Colonial times to the present, revealing the colorful history of the cocktail and the antics and music that drove this amazing cultural phenomenon. Classic cocktails from The Passenger and tunes from the Great American Songbook make for an unforgettable evening! For reviews and complete schedule: http://www.kingcocktail.com/onthetown.htm

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