Presumed Second Edition (with same title page as First Edition published a year earlier, but with the new preface that would go on to be published in the many subsequent editions and with 126 numbered pages, the First Edition having 95 numbered pages and later editions with 142). Small octavo (6 by 4 1/2 inches), green wrappers stamped in silver, 128 pages. Introduction states: "The professional barman has many obligations to the public. Courtesy, cleanliness, restrictions on smoking, drinking, etc. these you all know about. One obligation, however, of equal importance, many of you tend to forget: that a drink should be the same all over the country. Clearly what is needed is some standard for drink-mixing, some way to prepare drinks in similar fashion from state to state and region to region." Book based on the private notes of Oscar Haimo, Maitre de Bar - Hotel Pierre and President of the International Bar Manager's Association. A very scarce printing of this quintessential title. Very Good, some modest shelf wear, previous owner signature at top title page, quarter sized stain at lower spine area, some pages with matching stain at lower inside corner. Item #37663

Third Impression. Octavo. Edward Bawden dustjacket art. Collection of cocktails, long drinks, cups, hot drinks, liqueurs and soft drinks. Near Fine in Very Good dustjacket, some shallow edge chips. Item #35519

First Edition. Small Octavo, original illustrated wrappers. John Held Jr. cover art and illustrations. Collection of cocktails, humorously illustrated by Held or in his style. Very Good. Item #32781

First Edition. Original brown boards, approximately 180 pages, octavo. Scarce Hawaii published cocktail recipe book, with no copies found on WorldCat or in the cocktail blogosphere. The forward states the Pop was a member of the Bartenders Local No. 86 in Reno, Nevada. "This guide book is designed to give you the finest recipes and how to make them in the quickest manner. I dedicate this book to all my buddies and shipmates of World War One and World War Two". Very Good in Good dustjacket, some chipping at edges, two closed tears (both two inches in length) at top front panel, edge wear, light stains. Item #34737

First Edition. 6 by 3 1/2 inches, original fold out brochure, 4 pages. 'Why Heublein's Milshire is the Preferred Gin.' Advertising piece for Heublein which includes five cocktail recipes including Tom Collins, Gin Fizz, Gin Rickey, Dry Martini and Gin and Ginger Ale. Very Good. Item #37177

First Edition, Original illustrated wrappers, 8 by 5 1/2 inches, 24 pages. Title continues: Cocktails, Punches, Sherberts, Highballs and Fancy Mixed Drinks are included in this series. Extremely scarce self published cocktail mixing guide produced presumably just after Prohibition. This cataloger finds no reference to this title, author or publisher (on WorldCat or anywhere else). Based on ten cent price and yellowing cheap paper it was printed on, the Depression seems like the right era, but it could also have been produced during Prohibition or even the 1940's. Very Good, front wrap has come detached and has chipping at upper fore-edge, light stain to lower fore-edge corner of front wrap and pages. Item #37065

First Edition. One sheet folded into twelve 'pages', 6 by 3 inches. Uncommon cocktail recipe booklet, WorldCat locates one copy. Near Fine. Item #37209

First Edition. Original illustrated cardboard die cut advertising cards, 4 1/2 by 3 1/2 inches. Two table cards featuring drinks to be ordered in the Scott Room. Very Good, one lacks the 'stand' at backside. Item #34340

First Edition. Cover design by Joe Balint. Original yellow illustrated wrappers, 7 by 5 inches, 34 numbered pages. Collection of cocktail recipes from around the world. Very scarce, no copies found on WorldCat or blogosphere. Very Good. Item #34319

No date. Original illustrated wrappers, 7 by 5 inches, 24 pages. Attractive brochure of Italian wines and menus. I find no references. Very Good, some soiling and modest wear. Item #35438

First Edition. Original illustrated stiff wrappers, 6 1/2 by 4 inches, 52 numbered pages. An uncommon British guide to mixing both alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, cups, and punches. WorldCat locates only one copy (in South Africa). Very Good, some darkening to wraps. Item #37055

First Edition. Original illustrated wrappers, 12 pages, 7 1/2 by 5 inches. Scarce recipe guide promoting Jacob Ruppert Beer. No copies found on WorldCat. Only includes food recipes, no drink recipes unfortunately. Very Good, liquor store stamp at covers. Item #37703