Saved by the Bellini & Other ‘90s-Inspired Cocktails

I’m so excited to share this hyper-colorful cocktail book that takes a deep look at some of the greatest pop culture moments of the ’90s. I came of age in this deeply weird and pivotal decade, and this book marries my love of teaching people how to make cocktails with my affinity for useless arcana.

You’ll be Saved by the Bellini; you’ll sip on the Ziggah-Zig-Ah; you’ll throw back the Away Message; and you’ll wash it all down with the Waterfall Chaser. Be reminded of forgotten memories like the slap bracelet, Reebok pumps, and ‘Got Milk?’ ads.

Drink What You Want:

The Subjective Guide to Making Objectively Delicious Cocktails

My first book, which I wrote as a non-judgemental (but still secretly judgey) back-to-basics guide to mastering the classics and learning how to riff on them.

“When we started Momofuku, I didn’t know anything about cocktails. I’m the guy who still likes to drink sh*tty beers. If it wasn’t for JdB, we would still be selling Diet Dr Pepper and watery beer. JdB is one of the most creative people I know. He transformed our cocktail program and how I think about what I drink—now let him do the same for you.”—David Chang, chef and founder, Momofuku

“Overall, a book with simple cocktails and classics for the noobs, thoughtful analysis for the grizzled pros, excitingly stupid drinks for the lazy and desperate, and a lot of little revelations in cocktail flavor and function throughout. Great stuff.”—Camper English, cocktails and spirits expert

“deBary is an enthusiastic host who refreshingly avoids judgment or condescension, and his imaginative collection is sure to inspire those who want to try their hand at mixing up a cocktail at home. This is a terrific entry point that even veteran bartenders can appreciate.”—Publishers Weekly