If you love vintage barware, illustrated cocktail books, and mid-century modern design… this little gem is pure home bar charm.
“Peter Pauper’s Drink Book – A Guide to Drinks and Drinking” is a beautifully illustrated vintage cocktail guide packed with classic drink recipes, punch bowls, after-dinner cordials, and practical entertaining advice from a bygone era.
With its bold red and chocolate brown Art Deco–inspired cover, stylized glassware graphics, and playful interior illustrations (hello cherries and citrus!), this book feels like it was made to sit next to a chrome shaker and a coupe glass.
✨ A Little History
The Peter Pauper Press, founded in the 1920s in New York, became famous for producing affordable yet beautifully designed gift books. During the 1930s–1950s cocktail revival, small, giftable drink manuals like this were wildly popular — perfect for newlyweds, hosts, and aspiring home bartenders building their first bar cart.
This book reflects that era beautifully:
- Straightforward, classic recipes
- Wine cups, punches, cordials, and aperitifs
- Charming serving advice
- Graphic mid-century illustrations
It’s not just a recipe book — it’s a snapshot of cocktail culture history.
🍸 Why It Belongs in Your Home Bar
- Perfect styling piece for a mid-century modern bar cart
- Great conversation starter for guests
- Ideal gift for cocktail lovers
- Pairs beautifully with vintage shakers and glassware
- Adds authentic vintage character to your bar decor
Style it open to one of the illustrated pages for a pop of retro color, or stand it upright next to your shaker for instant charm.
📚 Details
- Title: Peter Pauper’s Drink Book
- Subtitle: A Guide to Drinks and Drinking
- Vintage hardcover edition
- Illustrated interior
- Classic cocktail & punch recipes
- Condition: [Insert your specific condition notes here — light wear consistent with age, etc.]
🎁 Perfect For
- Cocktail lovers
- Vintage barware collectors
- Mid-century modern home decor fans
- Host/hostess gifts
- Father’s Day / housewarming gifts
Pair it with items from our Vintage Barware Collection for a complete cocktail gift moment.
