Shanna Farrell Books

A fun and illuminating exploration into the sustainable spirits movement and the distillers leading it.

The book explores the evolution of the cocktail in America, particularly highlighting the Bay Area's pivotal role in its revival post-Prohibition. It delves into the contributions of innovative distillers, chefs like Alice Waters, and passionate bartenders who fostered a vibrant cocktail culture. Through oral histories and recipes, the author, Shanna Farrell, presents a narrative that showcases how the region influenced the art of elevated drinking, establishing a significant culinary movement by the 1990s.