Mixology 1969

I come from a long and glorious line of collectors. My Tante Maria saved and treasured everything—and was amazingly tidy about it (unlike the explosion of goodies that are strewn about my house). She recently passed away and we've been going through her household sorting through her belongings. While a bittersweet process, we have been finding some mighty fun treasures along the way: high heeled "sneaker" wedges from the 70s (in mint condition I might add...TREASURE!), a well worn-but-lovely collection of vintage aprons from the 50s/60s, adorable straw sun hats, a vintage Dior dress, scarves, a toilettetry bag with "orla kiely" esque pattern. Yesterday my mom said to me, "I thought you might like this." My aunts old barware...complete with little drink guides she had pulled out of magazines in 1969-1972. There were even little cute hand written scraps of paper with drink recipes on them. So cool. I thought you guys might like to see them. While the drinks all sound delish, its the photos and typography that I'm lovin'.

Dig it! An astrology themed cocktail guide for "44 Famous Mixed Drinks." Outlook for this evening Aries? You are enthusiastic, confident, quick-witted and best served with a splash of vodka. 

Well hello there....this fine fella is certainly putting the MAN in Manhattan! I like how you can choose the "ordinary" or the "improved" version. Is there really any decision that needs to happen here??

I love her dress and shoes...hey wait a sec, isn't this the same Manhattan playa from the other photo??

Ya know, they didn't mess around back in the 60s. You'll notice that each of these little booklets offers a minimum of 44-46 drink recipes.

"Rough day at the office? Nothing like having your lady serve you a salad from a bowl on the floor with a four foot tall high-ball glass by her side...."

Is there a drink named the Joan Collins? There must be, right??

Believe it or not, we actually have that orange fireplace. But when the day is done, I have NOT been sipping a Stinger. I think I need to fix that pronto.

I love the labels on these bottles....amazing!

Heehee....the cravat....the couple in the background....I don't think I even need to say anything, do I??

I think she finds that cocktail more engaging than Mr Blue Shirt, Blue Tie, Blue Sportcoat.

But frankly I don't blame her. I suddenly have a craving for something cold and boozy....hmmmm.