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Forgotten Maryland Cocktails: A History of Drinking in the Free State
✍️ Priebe, Gregory
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"The Southside, Diamondback and the Preakness -- Marylanders imbibe history in their native cocktails, from local favorites to little-known classics. Early residents favored fruit brandies and potent punches until the Civil War, when rye whiskey laid claim to local palates. During the golden age of the cocktail, grand hotels like Baltimore's Belvedere created smooth concoctions such as the Frozen Rye, but the dry days of Prohibition interrupted the good times. Using historic recipes with modern twists from renowned mixologists, Greg and Nicole Priebe mix up one part practical guide and three parts Maryland history and top it off with a tour of the current craft cocktail and distilling scenes"--Cover.
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This title appeals specifically to those seeking regional specificity rather than general mixology theory. It suits readers who enjoy drinking as a lens for understanding local history, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic context. However, it likely will not suit purists looking solely for unadulterated historical archives without modern interpretation, nor will it satisfy bartenders seeking advanced technical instruction beyond basic recipe adaptation. It is best viewed as a complementary volume for those already invested in Maryland culture or regional cocktail revivalism.
