Molly wellmann is a mixologist and coowner of japps, japps annex, neons, and the old kentucky bourbon bar in cincinnati, ohio, where her philosophy is to balance the sweet, the sour, and the bitter. Wellmanns brands is dedicated to bringing a quality, community experience back to the bar one cocktail at a time. Molly wellmann is coowner of japps, japps annex, neons and the old kentucky bourbon bar in cincinnati, ohio, and has been voted best mixologistbartender in the city for three consecutive years. She has been featured in the new york times, the washington post and the cincinnati enquirer. Molly wellmann is many things a successful business woman, club owner, bartender, mixologist, speaker, author and history buff. Take a look inside molly wellmanns newest bar, myrtles. Shannon, who at such a tender age has seen too many of her clothing items. These are all names we associate with standard cocktail menus. Molly wellmann is the craftiest barkeep in town cincinnati. This cincinnati neighborhood may be hip now, but it doesn. Aug 25, 2014 molly wellmann sits inside of her newest business venture, the hearth room, a rentable event space serving her signature craft cocktails. The classic rum punch is a traditional way to highlight rum, and comes in many variations. Wellmanns brands are opening their newest bar, myrtles punch house, in east walnut hills.
Its an easy choice for hosting a large crowd during the summer months. Handcrafted cocktails by molly wellmann 9781440354991. Enjoy 3 complimentary cocktail samples and a signature alcoholic punch with each ticket. Mar 10, 2017 the siren red lipstick that frames molly wellmanns biggerthantexas smile serves as a dazzling beacon for the rest of molly her equally colorful body art, blingedout wardrobe and. Cincinnati mixologist molly wellmann and her partners at m. My friend tizzie of bourbon slush fame put her on my radar and got to go to the books launch party, and was kind enough to ship me a signed copy. Join master mixologist and cocktail connoisseur molly wellmann for a night of delight during the history behind cocktails at japps in overtherhine. Handcrafted cocktails is the perfect resource for the wannabe bartender. Using only the freshest ingredients in our commissary to create all of our own hand squeezed juices, house made syrups, tonics, elixirs, and even our own our own bitters and liqueurs our attention to detail creates a unique experience with each guest we serve. We are delighted for an opportunity to share our story with you, and to introduce you to our establishments. The proud cincinnatian, bartender, business owner, and former punkrock girl has a wide smile and a lot of tattoos. In handcrafted cocktails she shows readers how to turn fresh fruit, herbs, and spices into simple syrups, liqueurs, cordials, and bitter.
The difference between a mixologist and a bartender is that a bartender tends the bar, pouring beers and whipping up popular drinks, all while keeping the patrons happy and lively. Which whiskey cocktail book is the best, in your opinion. Wellmanns brands is moving into the contemporary arts center cac this spring. So when molly wellmann claimed in her book handcrafted cocktails that she had a drink that could win over gin haters like me, i had to try it. The history behind cocktails with molly wellmann tickets, mon. On monday, march 9th, from 6pm 8pm, molly will be hosting an intimate class as she shares the historic tales behind her favorite classic cocktails. Like most cocktail books, it starts with some basic instructional chapters on techniques and ingredients. Among molly wellmanns hundreds of handcrafted cocktails, there are few simplerand certainly none better suited for a fireside chatthan the main street. Proprietors of the legendary new orleans restaurant commanders palace, ti and lally are cocktail divas, spreading the gospel about how to make drinks properly, from why a true sazerac can only be made with peychauds bitters to why handchipped ice is best for cocktails. Photo by 5chw4r7z according to mollys research the martinez was created in the 1850s in san francisco. Cincinnati has a rich history in libations and molly has brought this history back to life using classic cocktails, invented in the 1700s to 1950s, as a base for. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Molly was recently featured in cincinnati magazine, cincinnati enquirer, imbibe magazine,people,city beat, and cincy chic, as well as many wellread blogs. She was currently voted best mixologistbartender for citybeat magazine for 2010 2011,2012,20, and 2014, 2015,and 2017.
A mixologist is an expert in cocktail creation, taking it to the point of making some of their own ingredients. Jan 30, 2019 2019 bartenderowner of the year molly wellmann. Theres a cocktail for every time of day in molly wellman s handcrafted cocktails, an approachable new guide to classic drinks you can enjoy morning, noon, and night. She has immersed herself in the knowledge of classic cocktails and fine spirits. Jan 07, 2014 among molly wellmanns hundreds of handcrafted cocktails, there are few simplerand certainly none better suited for a fireside chatthan the main street. Inside youll find recipes for the perfect brunch cocktails, refreshing afternoon cocktails and invigorating happy hour drinks, plus dinner cocktails perfect for pairing with meals, and relaxing nightcaps. Molly wellmann leased japp s in 2010 and has a cocktail bar serving drinks for the 17001950s, with a story behind almost every drink. Handcrafted cocktails by molly wellmann 9781440354991 dymocks. Local bartender molly wellmann wins bartenderowner of the. Enjoy classic cocktails in true preprohibition stylethroughout the day. Molly has become a cocktail chef, unearthing old favorite recipes and creating new drinks by adding her own twist that craft unique flavors. A modern guide to the whiskey classic ebook written by albert w. Handcrafted cocktails ebook by molly wellmann 9781440330155.
Jul 31, 20 molly wellmann is coowner of japps, japps annex, neons and the old kentucky bourbon bar in cincinnati, ohio, and has been voted best mixologistbartender in the city for three consecutive years. Molly wellmann, who is owner of japps bar in cincinnati, considers how her new cocktail names will be received in the future. The history behind cocktails with molly wellmann tickets. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read liquid intelligence. Home about press contact book molly japps since 1879 home about press contact.
The siren red lipstick that frames molly wellmanns biggerthantexas smile serves as a dazzling beacon for the rest of molly her equally colorful body art, blingedout wardrobe and. Inside youll find recipes for the perfect brunch cocktails, refreshing afternoon cocktails. Chapter 2 is especially useful, as it features recipes for many homemade ingredients. Molly wellmann sits inside of her newest business venture, the hearth room, a rentable event space serving her signature craft cocktails.
She loves the history and story behind the building and family and truly enjoys learning and sharing the past through her cocktails and spirits. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In her book, her research on cocktail history is mingled. She specializes in cocktails created from the 1700. Despite its simplicity gin, tonic, and a lime wedge served over ice and ubiquity, the gin and tonic clearly illustrates how the combination of sweet, bitter, and spirit can produce remarkable flavor effects. Nov 25, 2014 cincinnati mixologist molly wellmann and her partners at m. Best cocktail books best books about cocktails both nonfiction and recipebased books. Proprietor and cocktail history buff molly wellmann likes to think of every drink they serve as one that will be enjoyed 100 years from now, even the ones you havent heard of yet.
Handcrafted cocktails molly wellmann 9781440354991. Molly wellmann is a mixologist super star arts and. M olly wellmann, age 10, is chasing shannon wellmann, age 8, around their parents twostory house in colerain township, demanding that her younger sister turn over a shirt shes just purchased with her own allowance. Molly wellmann paperback january 30, 2019 featured in people s 6 cocktails for day drinking that wont make you sleepy later, handcrafted cocktails helps you create the perfect cocktail, any time. Molly wellmann a, 46 cincinnati, oh has court or arrest. Since her return she has shaken up the classic cocktail scene not only in her hometown but also across the nation. The gin and tonic may be the best known example of the highball, which is a drink with one spirit and one mixer. We then examine the changes of the season and how tastes change between having something refreshing to dark and oaky. Molly wellmann is a selftaught mixologist who was born and raised in cincinnati. Molly wellmann is the coowner of the highlyregarded. Aug 22, 2019 today, we invite molly wellmann, owner of japps, and bill whitlow, owner of richs proper, to look at the influence bourbon has had on the bartending culture and when should you use a particular bourbon in a staple cocktail. The art and science of the perfect cocktail ebook written by dave arnold. When charlie and i sat down with molly at her bar japps in over the rhine for episode 15s bottoms up segment i knew i was in for a treat and i was not disappointed. Like every cocktail book ever, it begins with an introduction read more.
This cincinnati neighborhood may be hip now, but it doesnt. The martinez with molly wellmann the charlie tonic hour. An awesome book that is one of my top 5 goto books for cocktails, and probably my top goto for bourbon based cocktails. Molly wellmann is the coowner of the highlyregarded japps.
Apr 12, 2012 like molly, i am fascinated with the american pedigree of modern cocktails so i asked her to make us up a vintage cocktail with a good story and she quickly decided on the martinez. In the land of cocktails ebook by lally brennan rakuten kobo. Right now molly is a coowneroperator at japps since 1879. The first two chapters are devoted to bartending tools and techniques yes, you do need to measure, and no, you do not shake a. Old fashioned, manhattan, gold rush, seelbach, pink lady. Wellmann s cincinnati pride is evident, as the book features occasional nuggets of information about the citys history, and shes proud as well to have written the second cocktail book to come out of the queen city. Everything you need to know to be a master bartender, with 500 recipes by.
By kevin gray books, cocktail recipes, drinks sep 10, 20 sep 10, 20 this article originally appeared on. Molly wellmanns birthday is 05271973 and is 46 years old. Sep 10, 20 by kevin gray books, cocktail recipes, drinks sep 10, 20 sep 10, 20 this article originally appeared on. Sometimes molly goes by various nickname including molly a wellmann.
Jan 16, 2019 molly wellmann has been keeping a secret. Shoes, booze, cats, and history if you spend any time in bars in cincinnati, youve probably heard of molly wellmann. Dec 28, 2016 molly wellmann, who is owner of japps bar in cincinnati, considers how her new cocktail names will be received in the future. Featured in peoples 6 cocktails for day drinking that wont make you sleepy later, handcrafted cocktails helps you. Like the gin and tonic, the rum punch is an example of a long drink, namely a beverage with a somewhat large amount of mixture, in contrast to a short drink, like the manhattan.
Best books about cocktails both nonfiction and recipebased books. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the manhattan cocktail. I believe every craft cocktail will be a classic one day, she. A beautifully modest cocktail with hints of molasses and cinnamon, it delivers a subtle chocolate creaminess that leaves you warm and refreshed, despite being served cold. Wellmann s brands are opening their newest bar, myrtles punch house, in east walnut hills on friday the bar will serve punch on draft.