Dale DeGroff facts for kids
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Dale DeGroff
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DeGroff in 2010
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| Born | September 21, 1948 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Author |
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The Craft of the Cocktail |
Dale DeGroff (born September 21, 1948) is a famous American expert in making special drinks. He is often called "the King of Cocktails" or "King Cocktail." In 2015, The New York Times newspaper said he was "one of the world's foremost cocktail experts." They also said his book, The Craft of the Cocktail, is a very important guide for people who make drinks.
From 1987 to 1999, DeGroff became well-known as the main drink maker at the Rainbow Room in Rockefeller Center in New York City. He focused on old, classic drink recipes and used only the best ingredients. This was unusual at the time. Many other places in New York City and beyond copied his style. His work helped start the "craft cocktail movement." This movement is all about bringing back traditional ways of making drinks and using high-quality ingredients.
He is the first president of the Museum of the American Cocktail in New Orleans, which started in 2005. He also works as a partner and advisor for a group called Beverage Alcohol Resource (BAR).
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Who is Dale DeGroff?
Dale DeGroff was born on September 21, 1948, in Rhode Island. He grew up to become a very important person in the world of making special drinks. He is known for bringing back old ways of mixing drinks and making them popular again. His skills and knowledge have earned him the nickname "King Cocktail."
His Impact on Drink Making
Dale DeGroff changed how people thought about making drinks. When he worked at the Rainbow Room, he didn't just mix drinks. He focused on the history of each drink and used fresh, high-quality ingredients. This was a new idea for many places. His approach inspired many other drink makers to learn about classic recipes and improve their own skills. This led to a big change in the industry, known as the "craft cocktail movement." It means focusing on quality, tradition, and creativity in making drinks.
Awards and Recognition
Dale DeGroff has received many important awards for his work. These awards show how much he has influenced the world of special drinks.
- In 2009, the James Beard Foundation gave him the Wine & Spirits Professional Award. This is a very respected award in the food and drink world.
- In 2015, he was added to the Who's Who in Food & Beverage in America. This means he is considered one of the most important people in American food and drink history.
- He also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Nightclub & Bar Magazine in 2009.
- In 2008, he got the Tales of the Cocktail Lifetime Achievement Award.
- In 2007, he and his partners from the BAR group were named Cheers Beverage Industry Innovator of the Year.
His Books
Dale DeGroff has written two popular books about making drinks. These books share his knowledge and recipes with others.
- The Craft of the Cocktail was published in 2002. It won the IACP Julia Child Award in 2003 for the best first book.
- The Essential Cocktail was published in 2009. It won the Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Award for Best New Cocktail/Bartending Book.
Books
- 2002: The Craft of the Cocktail: Everything You Need to Know to Be a Master Bartender, with 500 Recipes. Clarkson Potter. ISBN: 978-0609608753
- 2009: The Essential Cocktail (Random House)
See also
- List of bartenders
