Some of you may recall Eric Ellistad's journey "Stomping through the Savoy". Well I have decided to embark on a similar journey. My Son Brent and I have decided to assemble what we call the Reed & Thistle Master List. This is an extensive list of pre-prohibition cocktails that we can always make for our guests based on spirits we have decided will be permanent staples of our bar. Naturally there will be seasonal specials and the like but these, while not necessarily on our featured list will be available, The primary sources for these drinks are Jerry Thomas' Bartender's Guide, Harry Craddock's Savoy Cocktail Book and The Old Waldorf Astoria Bar Book.
With the intent on keeping the List commercially viable, all of our products must be acquired through the provinces Liquor stores, as otherwise I am not legally able to sell them. Sadly NB Liquor is not very classic cocktail friendly, with a real lack of liqueurs. That said we are closing in on 500 recipes.
Here is the list of spirits that will be the basis of the list.
Whisky
Vodka
Dry Gin (Tanquaray)
Brandy
Calvados
Amber Rum
White Rum
Black spiced Rum
Dry Vermouth
Sweet Vermouth
Absente
Tia Maria
Maraschino Liqueur
Apricot Brandy
Countreau
Curacao (Grand Marnier)
Creme de Cacao
Chambord Liqueur
Gary
