How to Drink Like a Writer: A Lit-Inspired Cocktail Guide

Ever wondered what your favorite authors would drink?

Now you can find out with this literary-inspired cocktail guide. From Hemingway's daiquiri to Fitzgerald's martini, this book has recipes for all your favorite literary libations.

How to Drink Like a Writer: Recipes for the Cocktails and Libations that Inspired 100 Literary Greats

by Apollo Publishers

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12462 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	350 pages

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With over 50 recipes, this book is perfect for:

• Writers who want to get inspired
• Readers who want to explore their favorite authors in a new way
• Cocktail enthusiasts who are looking for new and exciting drinks

Each recipe includes:

• A brief biography of the author
• A description of their writing style
• A list of their favorite drinks
• A recipe for a cocktail inspired by their work

So raise a glass to your favorite authors and enjoy!

Recipes

Ernest Hemingway's Daiquiri

Hemingway was known for his love of daiquiris. He would often drink them at La Floridita in Havana, Cuba. This recipe is for a classic daiquiri, made with rum, lime juice, and sugar.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces white rum
• 1 ounce lime juice
• 1/2 ounce simple syrup

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 2. Shake until well chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

F. Scott Fitzgerald's Martini

Fitzgerald was a fan of martinis, and he would often drink them at The Ritz in Paris. This recipe is for a classic martini, made with gin, dry vermouth, and an olive garnish.

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces gin
• 1 ounce dry vermouth
• Olive, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine gin and vermouth in a mixing glass filled with ice. 2. Stir until well chilled. 3. Strain into a chilled martini glass. 4. Garnish with an olive.

Charles Bukowski's Black Russian

Bukowski was known for his love of bourbon and vodka. This recipe is for a Black Russian, made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and ice.

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce vodka
• 1 ounce coffee liqueur
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Combine vodka and coffee liqueur in a rocks glass filled with ice. 2. Stir until well combined.

Oscar Wilde's Irish Coffee

Wilde was a fan of Irish coffee, and he would often drink it at The Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin. This recipe is for a classic Irish coffee, made with coffee, Irish whiskey, and whipped cream.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces hot coffee
• 1 ounce Irish whiskey
• Whipped cream, for topping

Instructions:

1. Combine coffee and whiskey in a mug. 2. Top with whipped cream.

Charles Dickens's Mulled Wine

Dickens was known for his love of mulled wine, and he would often drink it at Christmas time. This recipe is for a classic mulled wine, made with red wine, spices, and fruit.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle red wine
• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 star anise
• 1/4 cup honey

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. 2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. 3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes. 4. Serve warm.

How to Drink Like a Writer: Recipes for the Cocktails and Libations that Inspired 100 Literary Greats

by Apollo Publishers

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12462 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	350 pages

FREE