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Jeremiah P. Thomas (October 30, 1830 – December 15, 1885) was an American bartender who owned and operated saloons in New York City. Because of his pioneering work in popularizing cocktails across the United States as well, he is considered "the father of American mixology". [ 1 ]
Dec 15, 2010 · The most famous bartender of his day, Thomas wrote the first bartender’s guide, How to Mix Drinks, or The Bon Vivant’s Companion, in 1862. The work would essentially define the American school of drinking for the next century-and-a-half. Few professions have a patron saint as good as Thomas.
Oct 31, 2007 · Thomas found his professional footing in an age of flamboyant creativity, when bartenders experimented with a bewildering array of ingredients and styles, and by the time of his death in 1885...
Oct 31, 2007 · A new biography brings to life Jerry Thomas, the first bartender to publish a drink book in the United States.
Apr 16, 2024 · Jerry Thomas is best remembered for his seminal work, The Bartender’s Guide (also known as How to Mix Drinks or The Bon-Vivant’s Companion), first published in 1862. This book was one of the first of its kind to provide a comprehensive guide to cocktail preparation.
Nov 11, 2023 · Jerry Thomas was a renowned bartender in the 19th century known for his showmanship and inventive cocktails. He is considered the father of American mixology and authored the first cocktail book, The Bon-Vivant’s Companion in 1862, which became the foundation of modern mixology.
Dive into the fascinating story of Jerry Thomas, the 'Father of American Mixology,' in this captivating episode. From his flamboyant performances to creating...
Jan 20, 2024 · Jerry Thomas was more than just a legendary bartender and mixologist; he was a pioneer who revolutionized the industry and inspired a generation of bartenders. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the man behind the myth, his life, his career, and the superstitions and beliefs he held.
Jerry Thomas - How to Mix Drinks. In 1862, Jerry Thomas earned the nickname The Professor because he did something ground-breaking: he wrote a cocktail book called The Bar-tender’s Guide or How to Mix Drinks.
Oct 10, 2018 · Jerry Thomas’ reputation as a drink-dueling, bandit-busting bartender spread like San Francisco’s wildfires. Soon his El Dorado bar became a crowded social center. One extra large 49er came in demanding Jerry fix him a drink that would knock his socks off, and Jerry realized what was at stake.