There’s no better time to celebrate and learn the craft of bartending than National Bartender Day! Stock up with these down-to-earth mixology guides and a quirky book about beer and cheese pairings that’s perfect as a conversation starter.

The Cocktail Journey: Inspirations in the Art of Mixology
by Uy Woody Nguyen
The Cocktail Journey is a perfect blend of stunning, artistic photographs and delicious recipes. Author and photographer Uy Woody Nguyen mixes classics, favorites, and even original cocktail ideas based on personal experiences from his travels in this hardcover recipe book. Let all your senses be your guide as you create stunning cocktails to serve in your own home!

Shake & Enjoy More
by Marlea Z. Wilson
Veteran cocktail designer Marlea Wilson started the “Home Happy Hour” during the COVID-19 pandemic, showing viewers that you don’t have to be at a restaurant or a bar to enjoy an amazing cocktail. Collected in this stunning hardcover edition are 127 of Marlea’s most in-demand cocktail recipes—including tips and techniques along with tool recommendations that will allow anyone to confidently mix on their own.

Beer Cheese Stories: Stories of Hops, Whey, and the Magic of Fermentation
by Michael Landis
A must-read for brewers, beer-lovers, cheese connoisseurs, and anyone who appreciates the simple wonders of food! Author Michael Landis has thought about this book ever since he first started working with beer in Juneau, Alaska and discovered the universal truth: with beer, there has always been food.
In the pages of this book, you’ll find beers that are hoppy and hazy, golden and blonde, but most of all, meticulously paired and crafted. Get ready to go on a mouth-watering adventure through the author’s unforgettable collection of beer and cheese pairings.
