In this interview, Wondrich reflects on his childhood in Pittsburgh, Chicago, and New York, his early education and upbringing, his time spent playing the bass in punk bands, early jobs, his college education at New York University, and teaching at St. John's University. He talks about writing his first book, making the transition from teaching to writing, and getting involved with the cocktail industry. He discusses his work writing, educating, and growing the bar industry, as well as his work with spirit producers, penchant for history, and hopes for the future.
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A historian's perspective on contemporary cocktail culture, David Wondrich ; interviews conducted by Shanna Farrell in 2014.
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Forms part of: West Coast Cocktails Oral History Project.
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David Wondrich is a writer and cocktail historian. He has written several books, including Stomp and Swerve, Imbibe!, and Punch, and contributes to Esquire and the Whiskey Advocate, among many others. He co-founded the bartender training program Beverage Alcohol Resources and has worked collaboratively to produce spirits with companies including Ransom and the New York Distilling Company.
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