Book Launch Event Announcement: Good Spirits: The Joy of Cocktails & the Stories Behind Them by Bartender Extraordinaire Tiffanie Barriere, in conversation with Tonya Hopkins aka The Food (& Drinks!) Griot…
Monday, September 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM
SoHo, NYC
at Bibliotheque
54 Mercer St New York, NY 10013
Celebrate the release of "Good Spirits" with author and master mixologist Tiffanie Barriere in conversation with Tonya Hopkins!
Good Spirits is a cocktail exploration that blends practiced technique with deep historical knowledge. For master bartender and cocktail educator Tiffanie Barriere, the bar has always been a place where history, creativity, and community combine. From gold-standard martinis and expert Manhattans to drinks inspired by mood, the cocktail curious will learn how to skillfully mix and pour with joy.
In addition to the backstories and recipes for 125 cocktails, enthusiasts will find essays about choosing and using spirits and the legacies (bitter and sweet) behind them; important historical figures who invented our favorite drinks and liqueurs; and more.
Tiffanie Barriere is a bartender’s bartender and award-winning mixologist, educator, and hospitality leader.
Tonya Hopkins is a Food & Drink Historian and Wine & Spirits Specialist @thefoodgriot.
Tickets come with a cocktail tasting that pairs with the book. The book can be included in the ticket price. RSVP & RESERVE YOUR TICKET HERE…