If there is one thing we can say about the crew of most of the Star Trek series, they all liked a cocktail or two. Whether it was in Ten Forward or in a little dive bar on a faraway planet, you could usually see an officer or enlisted crew member imbibing from a bubbling glass. And let's not forget Quark's Bar which hosted a network of humans and aliens, all seeking to enjoy a drink, even if it was just prune juice, and maybe play a game of Dabo.
Since Quark or Guinan can't make us something from the bar, Titan Books has graciously stepped in, and thanks to author Glen Dakin, given us a cookbook of sorts to create our own. Coming January 28, 2025, Star Trek: Cocktails: A Stellar Compendium brings you 144 pages of various drinks that can add a little something extra to your next party, be it Star Trek-related or not. I mean, who wouldn't want to try out Dr. McCoy's Mint Julep? Or maybe Captain Janeway's Irish Coffee?
But if you're not into alcohol, there are ways to turn practically every cocktail into a mocktail. So you'll be able to try these recipes with a few changes to eliminate the buzz-factor. You'll also want to snag this book for the illustrations and quotations which you can add to your collection as well.
Available in hardcover, Star Trek: Cocktails: A Stellar Compendium is now available for pre-order at Amazon for $26.99. You can't get it in time for that New Year's Eve bash you're planning, but Valentine's Day is the perfect day to enjoy a new creation. Or you could even throw a Star Trek-themed party just so you can try out the drinks and a few of the recipes from some of Titan's other Trke-related books!