Summary
Nominated for Best New Cocktail or Bartending Book -Tales of the Cocktail Foundation
Bringing tasty drink recipes from some of the most renowned mixologists and stories of the historical impact of Black people in Mixology, Black Mixcellence is the go-to drink guide for any wine and spirits connoisseur
Black Mixcellence' is a comprehensive cocktail guide that showcases over 70 innovative and classic recipes , detailing the profound impact and enduring legacy of African-American mixologists . This essential mixology resource blends cocktail craft with rich historical insights , offering readers a journey through the evolution of bartending and drink mixing . From the fundamentals of cocktail making to a dvanced mixology techniques , this book is a treasure trove for enthusiasts and professionals alike, highlighting the contributions of Black bartenders in shaping modern cocktail culture . It's a celebration of diversity, skill, and creativity in the art of mixology, making it a must-have for every cocktail book collection .
Tamika Hall is a mom, freelance writer & content strategy manager. She has created editorial content and marketing strategies for The Vitamin Shoppe, Mass Appeal, The Examiner, Mommynoire/MadameNoire, stupidDOPE.com, ICONIX, and Yellowbrick.co . She wrote branded content for a variety of brands including Bacardi, Maker's Mark, PepsiCo, Anheusur-Busch, and Viniq . At Yellowbrick, she launched the program's editorial blog site and co-created the curriculum for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry Essentials online course with NYU's Jonathan Tisch Center of Hospitality . She currently resides in NYC's Lower East Side. Colin Asare-Appiah , has worked with numerous spirit brands, celebrity chefs, cocktail bars and industry experts across the globe. He starred in the " The Cocktail Kings " on the DISCOVERY Channel where he traveled around the world creating bespoke cocktails to reflect their destinations. In his current role, Colin oversees fostering brand advocacy for the Bacardi USA Brand Portfolio. His expertise and spirits knowledge has been featured in Imbibe, Complex, WSJ, TIME and Cocktail Lovers Magazine to name a few. Colin currently resides in Brooklyn, NY with his wife and sons.
