Food and drink: non-alcoholic beverages Books

Book SynopsisCreate your own collection of non-alcoholic, probiotic wonder drinks in your own kitchen! Kombucha is perhaps one of the most popular fermented probiotic health tonics on the market, promoting high levels of B Vitamins, antioxidants, and detoxifying properties. Doctors of both conventional and natural medicine agree that probiotics have positive effects on digestion, metabolism, immune system, and mental health. Fermented probiotic drinks help repopulate our intestinal tracts with healthy, friendly bacteria, which is essential to wellness. Good digestion, boosted immunity, improved brain function, and better mental health are all benefits that come with consuming kombucha and drinks like it.The Joy of Home Brewing Kombucha will show you how to create these beverages for you and your family using minimal equipment and ingredients. Via the more than 50 easy-to-follow recipes, you will learn how to brew:   Delicious kombucha recipes

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Book SynopsisAn updated edition explores the link between health and nutrition while providing recipes tailored to the needs of more than fifty health conditions, from ADHD and cancer to diabetes and multiple sclerosis, in a guide that also outlines specific nutritional programs and cleansing regimens. Original. 17,500 first printing.

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Book SynopsisPlantation Coffee in Jamaica, 1790–1848 is the first comprehensive history of the Jamaican coffee industry, covering a period of rapid expansion and decline. The primary objective is to examine the structure and performance of the industry and to demonstrate the extent to which it contributed to the diversity of the Jamaican economy and society in this period. All of this is examined within the context of a period characterized by significant structural shifts in the then emerging global economy.As a work in economic history, the book is based on solid archival research and econometric analysis. Kathleen E.A. Monteith examines the changing levels of production, trade, productivity, and profitability of the industry and discusses the people involved in the industry, both free and enslaved. A demographic profile of the coffee planters and their familial relationships is established. The work experience of the enslaved men, women and children in the coffee industry, their organization, the nature of their works and their resistance to enslavement are also discussed. The clash of interests between the former enslaved people and coffee planters with respect to labour availability in the industry in the immediate post-slavery period are discussed also. Throughout the book, wherever possible, comparisons are made with other sectors of the Jamaican economy, especially with the sugar industry. Differences are explained in terms of environment, scale and the nature of production.Plantation Coffee in Jamaica, 1790–1848 contributes fresh material and interrogates data in systematic ways not previously undertaken by scholars in this area. Strikingly original are the sections dealing with the backgrounds of the coffee planters, drawing on sources only recently available for exploitation, notably the Legacies of British Slave-Ownership database, family history and genealogical websites, and the sections dealing with profitability. This book compares well with other works in Caribbean history published at this level of scholarship. It has no immediate rivals in its specific field.

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Book SynopsisSoothe the body, mind, spirit, and senseswith tea Tea For Dummies is your guide to enjoying the delicate flavors and health benefits of the world's second most popular beverage. This book helps novices and connoisseurs alike step confidently into the vast, versatile world of tea. Learn which teas are right for you and brew the perfect cup. We'll also look at the research on tea's benefits, including lower blood pressure, reduced stress, lessened risk of cancer and cognitive decline, and easier weight management. Where is tea grown? How is it processed? What's the best way of incorporating tea into a healthy lifestyle? How is tea enjoyed around the world? Dummies answers all your tea questions, so you can enjoy every sip. Learn the basics of tea production and preparationDiscover the varieties of tea and get to know their effectsDevelop a deep knowledge of tea to enhance the experience of drinking or serving itMaximize the mental and physical health benefits of herbal and caffeinated teasThis compendium of tea wisdom is perfect for anyone looking for a deeper enjoyment and appreciation of tea. We'll help you figure out where to start with tea, and if you're already part of the tea fan club, we'll inspire and fascinate you even more.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Tea 5 Chapter 1: It’s Time for Tea 7 Chapter 2: Tea for You, Tea for Me 13 Chapter 3: From Garden to Cup 25 Part 2: Talking about Different Types of Tea 39 Chapter 4: Black Tea 41 Chapter 5: Green Tea 53 Chapter 6: Oolong (Wulong) Tea 63 Chapter 7: White Tea 69 Chapter 8: Other Teas 75 Chapter 9: Herbal Teas 83 Chapter 10: Drinking Tea Like an Expert 91 Part 3: Getting Curious about Caffeine 113 Chapter 11: Caffeine: Tempest in a Teacup? 115 Chapter 12: Less Is Not Always More — Decaffeinated Tea 133 Part 4: Spilling the Tea about Health Benefits 139 Chapter 13: Tea and Its Powerful Antioxidants 141 Chapter 14: Investigating the Health Benefits of Tea 149 Chapter 15: Investigating the Health Benefits of Herbal Tea 167 Part 5: My Cup of Tea — Around the World 183 Chapter 16: Exploring Tea-Producing Regions of the World 185 Chapter 17: Embracing Age-Old Traditions and Ceremonies 195 Chapter 18: Insight into the Tea Industry 207 Part 6: Let’s Have Tea — In the Kitchen, at the Bar 217 Chapter 19: Cooking and Baking with Tea 219 Chapter 20: Tea and Food Pairing 249 Chapter 21: Tea Mixology 257 Part 7: The Part of Tens 285 Chapter 22: Ten Plus Things to Do with Tea That You Don’t Like 287 Chapter 23: More Than Ten Myths about Tea 291 Glossary 297 Index 305

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Book SynopsisOffering philosophical insights into the popular morning brew, Coffee -- Philosophy for Everyone kick starts the day with an entertaining but critical discussion of the ethics, aesthetics, metaphysics, and culture of coffee. Matt Lounsbury of pioneering business Stumptown Coffee discusses just how good coffee can be Caffeine-related chapters cover the ethics of the coffee trade, the metaphysics of coffee and the centrality of the coffee house to the public sphere Includes a foreword by Donald Schoenholt, President at Gillies Coffee Company Trade Review“This is not going to be an impulse buy or something to necessarily give to that special coffee-lover in your life, but if you take the time to examine the book with an open, curious mind it might be something that can keep you company with, of course, a good cup of something during a long journey.” (Yum.fi, 2012) "A delightful book for philosophically minded coffee drinkers ... Philosophically minded coffee drinkers will find the contents of their cup enhanced by the contents of the book." (Network Review, 1 June 2011) "And so, the book devotes itself to coffee and philosophy from varied perspectives, some seemingly frivolous, and others deeply analytical . . . I suspect that the book will appeal most to coffee devotees who enjoy lively conversation and see the world, as well as that black liquid in their cups, from a dialectical point of view." (Metapsychology, 9 August 2011) "Grounds for Debate is a fantastic read-providing insights into the coffee culture that even a tea drinker can appreciate. The collection encourages readers to consider their relationship to larger social practices that have resounding effects on daily life." (Anthropology in Practice, 30 June 2011) "This may possibly be the most unusual coffee book you will read. Instead of just the usual history of it, this is the latest in a long series of titles written by philosophicalheavyweights, discussing subjects from Christmas to cycling." (Boughton's Coffee House magazine, 1 March 2011) "In interesting, educational, and often funny selections, we learn facts both surprising (most coffee farmers and people living in coffee-growing regions have no idea why anyone would want to drink the stuff) and rudimentary. . . this is more sociology than philosophy, but a smattering of deep (enough) thoughts from the likes of Hume, Bourdieu, Kant, and others will keep true addicts--of both coffee and philosophy--stimulated". (Publishers Weekly, 18 April 2011) "The book - a part of the Philosophy for Everyone series - takes on all sides of the debate, historical and contemporary, over coffee's meritstates." (Jezebel, ,14 April 2011) "The book will also stimulate those seeking to understand the aesthetics and ethics of coffee." (The Guardian, 14 April 2011) "A varied compilation of musings on the beverage that has hooked countless people since its discovery in the 15th century by Ethiopian Sufi monks. The authors ... take on the history, taste and ethics of coffee in 18 essays likely to elicit much dialogue and debate. The book also includes engaging discussions of caffeine's classification as a drug, the emergence of green coffee and the evolution of the coffehouse into a public forum. A blend of humor and thought-provoking content guaranteed to stimulate readers' intellect." (Kirkus Reviews, March 2011) "In this addition to an accessible and substantive series, 18 new essays, with coffee and coffee culture as their shared theme, relay the relationship between the coffee-related contemporary and everyday and the ideas and ideals on which the history of formal philosophy has been built. Recommended for coffee and philosophy aficionados. This entry in the series may well also be of interest for book discussion groups." (Library Journal, March 2011)Table of ContentsForeword (Donald Schoenholt). Editors' Introduction (Scott F. Parker and Michael W. Austin). PART 1 THE FIRST CUP: COFFEE AND METAPHYSICS. 1 Coffee: Black Puddle Water or Panacea? (Mark Pendergrast). 2 The Necessary Ground of Being (Michael W. Austin). 3 The Unexamined Cup Is Not Worth Drinking (Kristopher G. Phillips). 4 Sam. sara in a Coffee Cup: Self, Suffering, and the Karma of Waking Up (Steven Geisz). 5 The Existential Ground of True Community: Coffee and Otherness (Jill Hernandez). PART 2 GROUNDS FOR DEBATE: COFFEE CULTURE. 6 Sage Advice from Ben’s Mom, or: The Value of the Coffeehouse (Scott F. Parker). 7 The Coffeehouse as a Public Sphere: Brewing Social Change (Asaf Bar-Tura). 8 Café Noir: Anxiety, Existence, and the Coffeehouse (Brook J. Sadler). 9 The Philosopher's Brew (Bassam Romaya). PART 3 THE WONDERFUL AROMA OF BEAN: COFFEE AESTHETICS. 10 Three Cups: The Anatomy of a Wasted Afternoon (Will Buckingham). 11 Is Starbucks Really Better than Red Brand X? (Kenneth Davids). 12 The Flavor of Choice: Neoliberalism and the Espresso Aesthetic (Andrew Wear). 13 Starbucks and the Third Wave (John Hartmann). 14 How Good the Coffee Can Be: An Interview with Stumptown’s Matt Lounsbury (Scott F. Parker). PART 4 TO ROAST OR NOT TO ROAST: THE ETHICS OF COFFEE. 15 More than 27 Cents a Day: The Direct Trade (R)evolution (Gina Bramucci and Shannon Mulholland). 16 Higher, Faster, Stronger, Buzzed: Caffeine as a Performance-Enhancing Drug (Kenneth W. Kirkwood). 17 Green Coffee, Green Consumers – Green Philosophy? (Stephanie W. Aleman). 18 Coffee and the Good Life: The Bean and the Golden Mean (Lori Keleher). How to Make it in Hollywood by Writing an Afterword! (The Coffee Bean Guys). Notes on Contributors.

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Book SynopsisLearn all about tea—from growing and drinking to reading leaves and making medicine!Tea drinking has become a way of life. To put it frankly, it is a love, an addiction, and some would even go as far as to say a philosophy. Dr. Keith Souter examines the perpetual impact that this adored beverage has bestowed upon the world for centuries, from its mystical origins in the East to its inevitable influence on the West. The Tea Cyclopedia is an indispensable reference for anyone interested in all things tea.Commencing each chapter with insightful quotes, it not only captures the historical beginnings of this beloved drink, but also explores tea's involvement in politics, health, the economy, and even fortune-telling. This unprecedented beverage has united people in times of adversity; it has also divided nations, causing volatile revolutions, such as the Sri Lankan Civil War and the Boston Tea Party. But today you will most likely find that various cultures have developed their own unique style of enjoying tea, and the ritual of tea drinking itself is not only intriguing, but also highly rewarding. In this meticulously detailed guide, readers will rediscover tea, its cultivation, and all of its richness and intricacy as a worldwide beverage. The Tea Cyclopedia is an enthralling tribute to the illustrious, invigorating, and elusive leaf that has vehemently continued to inspire people for more than two thousand years.

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Book SynopsisNamed a top food & drink book of 2017 by Food Network, Wired, Sprudge, and Booklist.This comprehensive but accessible handbook is for the average coffee lover who wants to make better coffee at home. Unlike other coffee books, this one focuses exclusively on coffee—not espresso—and explores multiple pour-over, immersion, and cold-brew techniques on 10 different devices.Thanks to a small but growing number of dedicated farmers, importers, roasters, and baristas, coffee quality is at an all-time high. But for nonprofessionals, achieving café quality at home can seem out of reach. With dozens of equipment options, conflicting information on how to use that equipment, and an industry language that, at times, doesn’t seem made for the rest of us, it can be difficult to know where to begin.Craft Coffee: A Manual, written by a coffee enthusiast for coffee enthusiasts, is a comprehensive guide to improving your brew at home. The book provides all the information readers need to discover what they like in a cup of specialty coffee—and how to replicate the perfect cup day after day. From the science of extraction and brewing techniques to choosing equipment and deciphering coffee bags, Craft Coffee focuses on the issues—cost, time, taste, and accessibility—that home coffee brewers negotiate and shows that no matter where you are in your coffee journey, you can make a great cup at home.Trade ReviewPraise for Craft Coffee: A Manual:“Provides all the information budding javaphiles need to discover what they like in a cup of specialty coffee—and how to replicate the perfect cup at home.” —Food Network“Build a better brew by mastering 10 manual methods, from French Press to Chemex, with this comprehensive guide.” —Imbibe Magazine“Like the coffee bean, Jessica Easto’s book . . . dives deep and reaches wide as it teaches consumers how to improve their daily cup.“ —Chicago Tribune“Engaging and fun . . . . I really can’t recommend Craft Coffee: A Manual enough. If you’re even mildly curious about brewing coffee at home, it’s absolutely worth a read.” —BuzzFeed“Easto’s manual for coffee enthusiasts goes beyond mere brew guide to pull back the curtain on the bean itself, coffee processing and roasting, and industry jargon—we’re on to you, tattooed barista. . . . Easto offers a thorough overview of coffee that is never elitist in tone, emphasizing that individual taste should always be one’s guide. . . . Clearly written and comprehensive, this book belongs in every home barista’s tool kit.” —Booklist, starred review“Craft Coffee is a beautifully written guide to improving your home coffee no matter what your brew method or current coffee setup. . . . If this book doesn’t make your brew better, then I’m coming over to your house every morning, because your coffee is already top notch.” —Sprudge“Eliminates the intimidation factor from manual brewing. . . . This guide offers value for new cafés or novice baristas, as well as the casual consumer.” —Fresh Cup Magazine“If you’re ready to learn more about perfecting your morning cup, this is a great place to start.” —Wired“There’s nothing quite like home brewing for sheer satisfaction. This book will help brewers to finesse their technique and select the best equipment.” —Perfect Daily Grind“The small hardcover includes recipes and simply explains how to use equipment and produce tastier coffees.” —Eater Chicago“A well-rounded presentation of coffee basics in an easily digestible format. From helping readers understand the origins of coffee and how it’s processed, to deciphering the vast array of available brewing methods and how to use them, Jessica and Andreas have put together an engaging resource that holds value for home brewers and professionals alike. Full of wonderful illustrations, convenient tables, and helpful sidebars, this is a coffee book well worth poring over.” —Ellie Bradley, editor, Fresh Cup MagazineTable of ContentsINTRODUCTION How to Use This Book The Many Waves of Coffee Specialty Coffee versus Craft Coffee CHAPTER 1: Brewing Basics Extraction Strength and Yield Brew Ratio and Dose Grind Size and Contact Time Water Temperature Pour Dialing It In CHAPTER 2: Choosing Hardware Full-Immersion versus Pour-Over Brewing Devices How Do Filters Factor In? Full-Immersion Devices Pour-Over Devices Grinders Scales Kettles and Thermometers Brewing Vessels, Servers, and Thermoses CHAPTER 3: The Coffee Beans Varietals and Cultivars Origin Process Roast Decaffeination CHAPTER 4: Buying the Coffee Where to Find Craft Coffee Seasonality Deciphering the Coffee Bag Label Storage CHAPTER 5: The Flavor Acids and (Perceived) Acidity (Perceived) Sweetness Bitterness Mouthfeel Aroma How to Assess Flavor CHAPTER 6: Brewing Methods The French Press (Press Pot, Coffee Press, or Cafetière) The AeroPress The Abid Clever The Siphon (Vacuum Pot) The Melitta The BeeHouse The Walküre The Kalita Wave The Chemex The Hario V60 APPENDIX: Troubleshooting, Tips, and Tricks RESOURCES INDEX ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

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Book SynopsisDrink Yourself Healthy, Not HungoverShake it up with nourishing, non-alcoholic drinks filled to the brim with flavor! These modern mocktails use everyday ingredients, are nutrient-dense, low in refined sugar and nutritionist-approvedso you can celebrate with a virgin cocktail that will leave you feeling revitalized and rejuvenated. Enjoy reimagined classics like the Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri, Cucumber Kombucha Mojito or the Peach Berry Belli-No. Squeeze the benefits from fruits and veggies while quenching your thirst with the the Detox Lemon Refresher, Cleansing Carrot Mimosa and The Mood Booster. Looking for a batch mocktail to share with friends? Try the Antioxidant-Rich Mulled Wine or Glowy Skin Punch.With over 60 easy recipes, this book is perfect for anyone who wants to join the celebration while still prioritizing their health and well-being. Cheers to that!

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Book SynopsisHit the ground running with natural energy and the bright flavors of juice A glass of fresh juice in the morning floods your cells with the vitamins and phytonutrients your body craves. No need to reach for the coffee potflip open The Complete Juicing Recipe Book and experience the energy boost of nutrient-rich juice. Give your taste buds a wake-up call with zingy tangerine, tart mango, peppery mustard greens, or aromatic fennel. Discover 360 juicing recipes that harness nature''s power to fuel a healthy mind and body. Quench your thirst after your workout with a glass of Pineapple Kicks, beat the afternoon slump with a brain boost from Spicy Beet juice, and tackle that looming cold with the Bell Pepper and Melon Immune Booster. These juicing recipes will help keep you going strongno matter what the day has in store! Treat your mind and body to juicing for brain health, cleansing and detoxifying, digestion, heart health, immunity boost, and structure support. Turn your kitchen into a juice bar with advice for choosing the right juicer and prepping produce like a pro. Mix it up with profiles that detail the benefits of individual fruits, veggies, and mix-ins so you can improvise and customize at will. Kick off each day refreshed and nourished by a glass of freshly pressed juice from The Complete Juicing Recipe Book.

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Book SynopsisThe essential compact compendium for the coffee enthusiast. This is the ultimate guide to the history, science and cultural influence of coffee according to coffee aficionado and master storyteller Tristan Stephenson. You’ll explore the origins of coffee before discovering the varieties of coffee and the alchemy responsible for transforming a humble bean into the world’s most popular drink. You’ll learn how to roast coffee at home in the Roasting section before delving into the Science and Flavour of Coffee and finding out how sweetness, bitterness, acidity and aroma all come together. Discover how espresso and milk are a match made in heaven, yielding such treasures as the Flat white, Latte, Cappuccino and Macchiato. Other Brewing Methods features step-by-step guides to classic brewing techniques, from a Moka pot and a French press to Aeropress and Siphon brewing. Finally, why not treat yourself to one of Tristan’s expertly concocted recipes. From an Espresso Martini to a Pumpkin Spice Latte and Coffee Liqueur to Butter Coffee, this is the definitive guide to the extraordinary world of coffee.Trade ReviewBoth a coffee table book and a coffee book, The Curious Barista’s Guide to Coffee is. . . .a lot of fun. – Bookriot.com

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Book SynopsisWhat if your next drink was written in the stars? With this handy guide, you'll be able to craft the perfect cocktail for your star sign. In this divine blend of astrology and mixology, you’ll learn about your character traits and the cocktails that complement them. Packed with over 60 recipes and a spellbinding introduction to the zodiac, this book will help you deepen your connection with your inner self, learn more about your friends and find out how to create a delicious array of befitting, mystical drinks. The ideal companion for every cocktail lover, Cosmic Cocktails will provide you with all the tools for experimenting with mixology and magic. In this book, you will find: An introduction to astrology, including information on your sun, rising and moon signs The ideal cocktail match for you and your friends, with mystical spins on classic recipes, including the Margarita, Piña Colada, Martini and Mojito. Expert tips, tricks and techniques on blending each drink

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Book SynopsisDiscover your new favourite tipple with this beautifully illustrated collection of 50 no-alcohol cocktails. Easy to make and delicious to drink, these cocktails are perfect for anyone looking to cut back on alcohol not enjoyment. From sweet and fruity flavours to spiced and smokey, bitter and aromatic to perfectly sour, there's something for everyone. Experience the excitement of no-alcohol drinks with recipes including: · CITRUS COSMO· NEW NEW YORK SOUR· DARK & STORMY SODA· SHERBET MARGARITA· ESPRESSO FAUX-TINIWhether you're a no-drinker, Dry January dabbler, mum-to-be or simply curious; this book will revolutionise the way you drink.

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Book SynopsisWunder Workshop founders, Zoë and Tom, present their exploration of healing root spices including turmeric, ginger, galangal, ashwagandha and maca. As well as reviewing the scientific literature and presenting research in a simple yet informative manner, the pair tell their unique story of discovering first turmeric then other super roots. They reveal ways that these superfoods can be incorporated more readily in everyday meals. Organised by type of dish, Zoë and Tom reveal the alchemy of roots, their health benefits and where they come from before moving onto recipes that enhance your mood, encourage a healthy gut and, most of all, taste good! There are tonics and elixirs, snacks, main meals and topical recipes to keep you looking and feeling good, inside and out. These recipes are designed to be functional while remaining super simple and fun. There’s everything from golden beetroot latte, ginseng root tea, turmeric granola, immune-boosting and maca bliss balls, plus burdock tea tonic, topical solutions for a brightening face mask and even an Ayurvedic anti-anxiety bath soak. Bring more vibrancy and magic to the food you love with these incredible super root spices. Other titles in this series include: Super Pulses and Super Grains, Nuts & Seeds.

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Book SynopsisYour passport to epic caffeine-fuelled adventures, the guide has over 100 of the best speciality coffee shops and roasteries in Ireland. From Dingle to Dublin, discover Ireland''s game-changing speciality scene.

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Book SynopsisFermentation produces fantastic non-alcoholic drinks. Think of a fresh and tart kombucha, a thirst quenching water kefir, or an earthy beet kvass. They all fizz with healthy bacteria and they all surprise you with their complex taste. More and more, you'll see these drinks offered in top restaurants and cocktail bars. But you can also make them yourself. Fermented drinks, with their natural sparkle and slightly yeasty taste, are a great alternative to wine or beer. They are perfect for those who want to consume less alcohol and those who want to give a pro biotic boost to their body.This book tells you everything you need to know to brew these healthy and alcohol-free drinks yourself. You will find accessible recipes with step-by-step illustrations, scientific background information on the fermentation process, and 'juicy' anecdotes about the origin of these extraordinary drinks.

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