The Goto Bartender&

The Goto Bartender's Guide: A Philosophy of Cocktails, Hospitality, and How to Make Great Drinks Every Time


Regular price£62.00
/
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
  • Lifetime warranty
  • Free shipping on orders $59.99+ USD
  • In stock, ready to ship
By placing your order you agree to purchase from Global-e as the merchant of record, subject to Global-e’s Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy, and share your information with Lay it Flat Publishing Group.
The lauded bartender behind Bar Goto, reveals his unique creative process for making classic and iconic cocktails, showcasing the techniques and 100 recipes that make up the next wave in the cocktail movement.

“This book will be required reading for a long time to come.”—Jeffrey Morgenthaler, bartender and author of The Bar Book

Kenta Goto spent seven years developing his craft at the acclaimed Pegu Club before opening Bar Goto in New York City. Over those years he honed his signature style, bringing precision and intention into every step of the cocktail-building process, from the number of stirs to the type of ice used to the proof of the alcohol. This precision, and his focus on hospitality, has made Bar Goto the new standard bearer in the cocktail world.

In The Goto Bartender’s Guide, Kenta distills down his methodology for building perfect drinks time and time again without any special equipment, whether you’re at home or behind one of the world’s most famous bars. He accounts for how quickly standard freezer ice melts (versus industrial bar ice) and uses measuring spoons in addition to jiggers to get the proportions just right, ensuring that you’ll nail the cocktail every time you make it.

The Goto Bartender’s Guide takes you through classic drinks like the Daiquiri and the Espresso Martini, with the recipes reconfigured to Kenta's proportions and techniques. From there, he dives into the drinks from early in his career like the Sakura Martini and the Kumquat Whiskey Sour and continues on to the Bar Goto classics like the Plum Sazerac and the Umami Mary. Every chapter delves into Kenta’s journey as a bartender, outlining his philosophy on creating, serving, inventing, and enjoying drinks.

From the 100 recipes to the stunning photography throughout, The Goto Bartender’s Guide is sure to become a permanent fixture in your bar—whether at home or professional—and is a promise that a perfectly strong and consistent set of drinks will always be at arm’s reach.

Shipping is free for all orders shipped within the United States for orders $59.99 and over. All other orders have a nominal fee of $4.99 unless customers choose faster delivery via for $9.99.

Orders are processed Monday-Friday in the order that they are received.

Customer Reviews

Be the first to write a review
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
0%
(0)
Standard
Lifetime Warranty

At Lay it Flat, we are committed to providing you with nothing but the best. We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. That's why all Lay it Flat books come standard with a lifetime warranty.

Locally manufactured

Made in North Carolina

We've always believed in the power of small businesses. The quality of craftmanship and care that exceeds our customers' desires is what makes Lay it Flat our mission in life.

About Us
Enjoy
An Upgrade That Lasts

Forget the inconveniences you're used to. Our books relieve the hassle of traditional bindings and are guaranteed to last over twice as long.