THE NEW COCKTAIL HOUR: An Evening with André Darlington and Chantal Tseng
THE NEW COCKTAIL HOUR: An Evening with André Darlington and Chantal Tseng
June 15, 2026 @ 07:00pm
Join us for an evening of celebration and conversation about André Darlington's revised & expanded essential guide to handcrafted drinks
ABOUT THE BOOK
The essential cocktail guide from Booze & Vinyl authors André and Tenaya Darlington—now brought up to date with fresh flavors and techniques, 32 new recipes for modern tastes including mocktail and low ABV options, and more to help at-home drinks makers and professionals alike master the art of the cocktail.
André Darlington and Tenaya Darlington—sibling food & drink experts and bestselling authors—show you how to make cocktails from every era, reimagined for a contemporary palate by dialing back the artificial sugars and loading up on quality ingredients. The New Cocktail Hour details how to mix great craft cocktails and offers a complete history of classic recipes and spirits.
This essential drinks manual includes:
- 250 vintage and modern recipes (including many low-proof and alcohol-free options), complete with tasting notes so you know what to expect
- Tips on pairing cocktails with everything from pizza to oysters
- Guidance on building a well-stocked bar
- Seasonal ideas and recipes for syrups, shrubs, and garden-to-glass drinks
- Tips for hosting craft cocktail parties at home
- Fascinating capsule histories on ingredients and recipes
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
André Darlington is a food, drinks, and lifestyle writer based in North Carolina. He is the author of Bar Menu, Booze Cruise, Forbidden Cocktails, and Booze & Vinyl Country, among other food-and-drink titles.
ABOUT THE MODERATOR
Chantal Tseng loves just about anything fermented and poured, as she tells it, but especially wine, tea and cocktails. She’s turned that love into 25+ years of serving drinks as a bartender, bar manager and part-time Sommelier. Learn more about her here.
