The Vedge Bar Book: Plant-Based Cocktails and Light Bites for Inspired Entertaining

From the owners of the famed Vedge restaurant in Philadelphia and the authors of Vedge and V Street cookbooks comes a book of inventive vegan cocktail recipes. With contributions from Vedge bartenders Brian Bolles and Ginevra Reiff, this volume contains an extensive selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink recipes, including batched cocktails, along with ideas and instructions to make vegan snacks and light bites that complement them. Beverages are organized by season, and readers will be able to find the perfect drink for any time of year and special occasions. Extensive introductory materials cover everything from selection of spirits and glassware to the proper shaking technique. Interspersed throughout the book are also recipes for unique syrups, shrubs, DIY liqueurs, and other mini concoctions. Some spirits and ingredients called for are overly specific, which is great for more seasoned home bartenders who may have these items on hand, but the hunt for them may deter those new to mixology. Beautiful photography and some fun behind-the-scenes details from Vedge’s drink development process complete the book.