Behind the Bar

Featuring 50 signature cocktails from the world's most iconic hotel bars, Behind the Bar caters to both experienced cocktail enthusiasts and design connoisseurs alike.

The Behind the Bar book features timeless cocktail recipes from renowned establishments, accompanied by anecdotes from expert barkeeps and hotel and design personalities. These stories bring to life the enduring appeal of hotel bars and their impact on the modern world, showcasing their sophisticated atmosphere, grandeur, and showmanship. While the clandestine speakeasy may steal the spotlight, Behind the Bar elevates the hotel bar to its rightful place in the cocktail scene.

It is a must-read for both design enthusiasts and armchair travelers alike, filled with stunning illustrations and fascinating historical tidbits.

About the Contributors

Alia Akkam is a former editor at Hospitality Design, Organic Spa and Beverage Media magazines. She covers food, drink, travel and design, and has written for outlets including Taste, the Wall Street Journal, ArchitecturalDigest.com and Vogue.com. A native New Yorker; she now lives in Budapest.