Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe Book: Cocktails from Two Centuries of African American Cookbooks Hardcover – November 14, 2023

This is my favorite cookbook author! I have followed her career and wonderful recipes every since she was the food editor of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Although I've never been much of a drinker, maybe a cocktail at Christmas, New Years Day, my birthday, I am definitely going to try some of these exotic drinks. More than just tips and instructions, the wonderful stories than accompany each chapter and the introduction brought back happy memories. Picking wild strawberries and black berries in the rural south for my grandmother to make homemade wine. Remembering the 4 foot tall earthenware crock in the kitchen behind the old cook stove where the homemade beer fermented. My mother going to the local juke joint on Saturday nights called The Rock House located on top of a mountain in the woods. And the most interesting facts about great drinks, cocktails and sipping wine going back generations to our roots in Africa, on through slavery and the jazz era. This is definitely a keeper, to be savored, enjoyed and reread.Kudos Mrs. Tipton-Martin! Bravo! 🎉🎉👏👏🌟🌟🌟💞💞

Book is beautiful and fully of great and obtainable recipes

Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice: A Cocktail Recipe Book is a stunning blend of history, culture, and mixology that brings African American culinary traditions to life in the most delightful way. Drawing inspiration from two centuries of African American cookbooks, this cocktail guide is much more than a recipe book—it’s a celebration of heritage and creativity.The recipes are as unique and vibrant as the history they honor, with each cocktail carrying its own story. From the soulful ambiance of juke joints to the elegance of jazz clubs, the book beautifully captures the spirit of these iconic spaces. The historical context provided for each recipe adds incredible depth, making this not only a book for cocktail enthusiasts but also a fascinating read for history buffs.Whether you're an experienced mixologist or a casual cocktail lover, you’ll appreciate the book’s approachable tone and thoughtful curation. It’s a perfect addition to any home bar and a wonderful way to explore African American history through the lens of food and drink. Highly recommended!

Great book of recipes and history. A perfect addition to any bar cart.

Great read and recipes are good...

The book has a fair amount of recipes but I was hoping for more stories and history.

Beautiful pictures, detailed recipes and historical facts thrive on this wonderful book! I was a barista for many years, but I was never knowledgeable about how to make a good cocktail. I'm definitely trying these recipes and inviting family and friends over for monthly jazz nights!

Got this for my son, and he liked it so much I bought another one for me. The stories conjur the atmospere of the those jazz times and the cocktail presentations bring it home,