{"title":"Toby Maloney","description":"\u003cp\u003eToby Maloney’s works invite readers into the art and science of mixology, exploring both the history and craft of classic and contemporary cocktails. His books blend practical techniques with a rich appreciation for flavour, making them essential for enthusiasts and professionals alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough clear guidance and engaging storytelling, Maloney’s collections celebrate the cultural significance of drinks and the joy of creating memorable experiences behind the bar. 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Like cooks who can peer into their pantry and whip up dinner on the fly, no recipe needed, those who follow the methods in \u003cem\u003eThe Bartender's Manifesto\u003c\/em\u003e will have the technical foundation and confidence to take their cocktail skills to the next level and fabricate a drink from any ingredients at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, dive deep into the mechanics of creating cocktails with the right balance, texture, aroma, and temperature. From there, Toby goes well beyond the fine-tuned mechanics of the craft, covering how to kickstart the creative process and bring professional-level complexity and sophistication to drinks. Additional essays offer insider intel on how to offer top-notch hospitality (at the bar and at home), find comfort in the everyday rituals of the craft, and spark surprise and curiosity in the process. With detailed insights into The Violet Hour's greatest recipes, expert tips from bar alumni, and helpful step-by-step illustrations and photographs, readers will come away with a deeper understanding of what makes the bar's training programme so legendary, plus the superpower of creating imaginative cocktails that reflect their personal style and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Drinks like the Daiquiri, Old Fashioned, and Negroni are timeless, universally beloved, and versatile. A perfect Margarita or Manhattan will never go out of style. When made with good technique and the occasional creative flourish, these drinks transform from everyday staples to supernovas of deliciousness. Anybody can learn to mix killer versions of these storied cocktails with aplomb, but as every bartender knows, getting really good at it takes a bit of practice. There are a few dozen ways to make a great Martini, and a million ways to mess one up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Classic Cocktail Sessions\u003c\/em\u003e, you'll learn how to make these classic recipes with confidence. Bartender Toby Maloney has honed his approach to these drinks for decades, and here, he and co-author Emma Janzen invite you to join them behind the bar for a “session” with each cocktail—a captivating, in-depth tutorial on how to create good balance, texture, aroma, and temperature, how different brands of ingredients impact the outcome of a drink, and how to personalise the classic formulas with subtle adjustments and twists. There is no one right way to make an Espresso Martini or a Mai Tai—but with this book's guidance, you'll learn how to make the version that speaks to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Maloney's signature wit and wisdom front and centre, plus a dynamic design and Janzen's transportive photography, this is one of the most lively and compelling additions to the canon of classic cocktail books in years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47418154942700,"sku":"9780593798584","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/91Hz2v-ZxcL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774323469"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/toby-maloney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}