

David Wondrich
Renowned cocktail historian and writer, author of Imbibe! and Punch, and editor involved with The Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails, known for deep research into cocktail history and storytelling in spirits.
Top 3 podcasts with David Wondrich
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Dec 12, 2025 • 47min
The Illustrated Man with David Wondrich
David Wondrich, James Beard and Spirited Award–winning cocktail historian and author, talks about bringing cocktail history to new readers through a comic book format. He explores early internet cocktail culture, recreating historic drinks like gin cocktails and theatrical libations, and traces punch, tiki, and postwar cocktail trends. Conversations touch on collaboration with an artist and why cocktails matter socially.

Aug 27, 2025 • 41min
David Wondrich: From Imbibe! to the Oxford Companion and beyond.
David Wondrich, a cocktail historian and author, shares his fascinating journey from punk musician to one of today's leading drinks voices. He recalls working with legends like Dale DeGroff and the impact of Imbibe! on the cocktail renaissance. David emphasizes the significance of storytelling in mixology and discusses the colossal task of creating The Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails. He also teases the release of his upcoming comic book on cocktail history, blending humor and wisdom with engaging bar stories.

Jul 25, 2025 • 46min
From Punch to Present Day: David Wondrich on Writing, Research, and Revival
David Wondrich, renowned cocktail historian and author of Imbibe! and Punch, discusses cocktail history, research methods, and preserving authenticity. He tells stories of unexpected discoveries, persistent myths, and the making of The Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails. Conversations touch on digitized archives, balancing creativity with craft, and which vintage drinks deserve revival.


