On the shelf

Cheers, Sept, 2007

Cocktails past, present and future are showcased in two recent book releases.

Hip Sips--Modern Cocktails to Raise Your Spirits (Chronical Books, 2006, $16.95)

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Lucy Brennan, owner of Portland, Ore. hot spots Mint and 820, delivers a sleek, sexy tome chock full of her passion for fresh and flavorful--including kitchen-inspired cocktails--not to mention gorgeous photography. Best part: a clear plastic cover to keep the beautiful book beautiful while mixing drinks.

Phillip Collier's Mixing New Orleans Cocktails & Legends (Philbeau Publishing, Inc., 2007, $24.95

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Jennifer Adams' text, Micheal Terrano-va's photography and Phillip Collier's vision provide an insightful portrait of the brands, cocktails and establishments that make New Orleans the cornerstone of drink culture; almost a pub crawl of the Crescent City, with legendary locations and their signature cocktails along with local brands in all their glory. Available at www.talesofthecocktail.com

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