Spirits, liqueurs and cocktails Books

Book Synopsis100 spell-binding, crowd-pleasing cocktails.Work some magic at home with these original cocktail recipes from everyone's favourite experimental bar, The Alchemist. Elevate your mixology skills and bring some creativity to your bar cart with unique and show-stopping tipple time recipes, from their iconic Caramelised Rum Punch and Smokey Old Fashioned, to new takes on the cocktail classics. With chapters from Chemistry & Theatre, Twisted Classics and New Wave to Classics and Low & No Alcohol, The Alchemist Cocktail Book truly has something for everyone, from mixing novices to experienced bartenders. Bring some dramatic flair to your cocktail hour, with recipes including:Lavender DaiquiriPalomaRhubarb and Custard SourBananagroniMaple ManhattanCola Bottle LibreGrapefruit and Apricot Martini

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Book SynopsisAnything is possible with sunshine and a glass of rosé.Pale and delicate or robust and ruby red, rosé has fuelled a revolution in the drinking world. Take a dip into this fact-filled book and discover the fascinating history of the pink drink, along with truly informative details on the winemaking process, types of grapes, growing regions of the world and the best ways to select and serve your rosé. Celebrate the halcyon days of summer all year round with 20 cocktail recipes and a variety of food pairings. Amuse yourself with entertaining quotations and sayings that capture the love of rosé. Explore fun facts, stats and trivia. There is something here for everyone, whether you prefer your Provence dry and sparkling or you're a brosé who loves frosé.'I think a rosé should have that inherently Pavlovian-to-women peachy-pink quality that just draws us in. I don't know what it is about us girls, but we love pink' Drew Barrymore, Instagram'I love rosé more than any member of my biological family' Josh Ostrovsky, Instagram'Rose wine is like your little black dress... there's one for breakfast, lunch and dinner' Sommelier Belinda Chang, www.elle.comThe Mateus Rosé bottle was inspired by the canteens used by soldiers in the First World War. And during the Cold War period, Mateus became one of the most drunk wines by US Army soldiers stationed to European bases.Provence is one of the world's biggest rosé-wine-producing regions, dedicating 89 per cent of their vines to rosé!In 2016 a New York Italian bar called Bar Primi made a rosé slushy with rosé wine, vermouth and puréed strawberries, called the frosé, that became a real-life and Instagram hit.Table of ContentsThe Rosé Revolution • Where There's a Will, There's a Rosé • Rosé All Day • Stop and Smell the Rosé • Through Rosé-coloured Glasses • In the Pink.

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Book SynopsisGet ready to stir up memories-and some hella delicious drinks. This cocktail book has 65+ awesome recipes that celebrate the decade's greatest pop culture moments, from cassette tape tunes and video game consoles to after-school snacks and OMG-it's-back-again fashion.Trade Review“Readers won’t be disappointed by the ’90s nostalgia the book evokes alongside top-notch drink-making techniques.” —Library Journal “Saved by the Bellini takes a playful dive into ’90s nostalgia and demonstrates deBary’s chops for original drink creation.” —Imbibe Magazine "This fully illustrated charmer is a feel-good gift for any Millennial, a trendy approach to a decade you may have missed, or simply a lifesaver for your next themed party." —Fodor’s “From the mind of master bartender John deBary, [this] book contains recipes for such nostalgic sips as the Costanza’s Marble Rye, Heart of the Ocean, Frosted Tips and CapriRum, with bonus explanations about the most common drink tools and ingredients.” —Life & Style “A surprisingly delicious way to relive '90s childhood memories… deBary's cocktail book, full of crazy concoctions, goes beyond simply reminding readers (and drinkers) of '90s pop songs and classic movies….he dug deep into pop culture to create unique recipes.” —The Daily Meal “No matter when you were born, deBary’s clever, nostalgia-spiked recipes and commentary could convince you that the ‘90s were, indeed, ‘The Best Decade Ever.’”—Atlanta Journal-Constitution “Whether a ‘90s baby or not, deBary reminds of the gaiety of this decade.” —Forbes “deBary’s new cocktail book, filled with wacky animations, punny recipe names, and pop culture references, reminds me that cookbooks can be fun…. But don’t let deBary’s style and sense of humor fool you: The cookbook is filled with inventive, creative, and easy to make cocktails that have been developed by a master of the craft.”—Epicurious

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Book SynopsisCocktails have an unwavering, timeless style, so become a purveyor of fine drinking with this collection of classic and contemporary recipes. The Art Of Mixology offers a stunning anthology of cocktail recipes to make at home. You'll find an informative introduction packed with all the essential knowledge any experienced or novice mixologist could ever need. Illustrated, hardback book featuring 200 recipes for classic cocktails and curious concoctions to suit every occasion The drinks are grouped by spirits featuring Gin & Vodka; Rum, Whiskies & Brandy; Bubbles (both naughty and nice); Something Different and Mocktails Cocktails range from a Singapore Sling, a Buck's Fizz, and a Cosmopolitan to a Highland Fling, a Brandy Julep, and a Baby Bellini. All recipes are simply written, even novice cocktail makers are guaranteed a perfect result every time An indispensable book for the budding mixologist Explore the art of mixology with this stylish guide

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Book SynopsisFrom the ABC to the Manhattan and the Negroni to the Zombie, The Cocktail Bible is an A-Z collection of 200 classic and contemporary cocktails. With tips and techniques, quotes and notes, this alphabetical anthology will interest the curious and dare the adventurous. The Cocktail Bible is an essential addition to your home bar.

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Book SynopsisIn official partnership with Downton Abbey and with 50 stunning photographs featuring stills from across the series and right up to the latest film release, this collection of 70 delicious cocktail recipes is a lavish toast to the glamorous world of the Crawleys.With a foreword by Julian Fellowes, the writer and creator of Downton Abbey, and an introduction by food historian Annie Gray, this curated selection of recipes spans the world of Downton, from drawing-room party drinks to downstairs hangover cures and more.In addition to classic concoctions like a Mint Julep, Prince of Wales Punch and Ginger Beer, this collection features character-specific twists such as Downton Heir, Turkish Attaché, The Valet and The Chauffeur. With a brief history of each drink and peppered with quotes from Downton characters, the recipes are organized by the places the drinks were served: The library (stirred drinks and after-dinner drinks) The grounds (refreshing drinks) The great hall (party drinks) The drawing room (pre-dinner drinks and hangover helpers) The village (everyday drinks) ​Photographed using the original lead crystal used on set, each cocktail is guaranteed to raise your spirits, whether by channeling the verve of Lady Mary, the wit of Violet Crawley or the plain speaking of Mrs Patmore. With these cocktails, relish the rich traditions and flavours of Downton Abbey without end. Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Library Stirred Drinks & After-Dinner Drinks Chapter 2: The Grounds Refreshing Drinks Chapter 3: The Great Hall Party Drinks Chapter 4: The Drawing Room Pre-Dinner Drinks & Hangover Helpers Chapter 5: The Village Everyday Drinks

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for cocktail lovers and would-be mixologists is this set of four mini paperback books - Gin, Tequila, Rum andVodka - beautifully packaged together in a slipcase.From favourites like the Moscow Mule, Cosmopolitan and Margarita to exotic concoctions, such as the fruity Caribbean Cruise and Kahlua-based South of the Border, there are 200 recipes to try. Each book also contains essential bartending tips and fascinating anecdotes about the cocktails and how they got their names.

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Book SynopsisTHE PERFECT BOOK FOR COCKTAIL LOVERSEveryone enjoys a fancy tipple from time to time, whether partying among friends or taking a moment alone to relax, but sometimes you need more than just a rum & coke. This book provides you with 200 recipes to create the perfect drink for any occasion, from a minty Mojito or classic Margarita to a sophisticated Champagne Cocktail or exotic Russian Spring Punch. With full-page colour photographs and easy-to-follow recipes, Hamlyn All Colour Cookbook: 200 Classic Cocktails is the essential guide to impressing your guests and making your drinks toast of the town.

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Book SynopsisKara Newman is a spirits and cocktail writer based in New York. She reviews spirits for Wine Enthusiast magazine, where she's also a writer-at-large. Her writing has appeared in publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Food & Wine, Bloomberg BusinessWeek and PUNCH. She's the author of seven cocktail books.Giacomo Bagnara is an illustrator and artist living in Verona, Italy. His work has been recognised over the last years by American Illustration and the Society of Illustrators of NY. Avid observer, Giacomo loves exploring different perspective of the everyday life questioning his own perceptions.

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Book SynopsisKara Newman is a spirits and cocktail writer based in New York. She reviews spirits for Wine Enthusiast magazine, where she's also a writer-at-large. Her writing has appeared in publications including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Food & Wine, Bloomberg BusinessWeek and PUNCH. She's the author of seven cocktail books.Giacomo Bagnara is an illustrator and artist living in Verona, Italy. His work has been recognised over the last years by American Illustration and the Society of Illustrators of NY. Avid observer, Giacomo loves exploring different perspective of the everyday life questioning his own perceptions.

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Book SynopsisA guide to cocktail-making and 50 fabulous mixes using cognac from the classic Brandy Alexander and Lake Como to Apple Sour, Brandy Melba, Savoy Hotel and Last Goodbye...

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Book SynopsisA CENTURY AGO THE COCKTAIL ACHIEVED PERFECTION when, according to legend, Count Camillo Negroni asked his bartender in Florence to stiffen an Americano by replacing the soda water with gin. The world never looked back. With its cosmically simple 1:1:1 ratio, its balance of bitter and sweet, its pleasant kick, its aura of sophistication, the Negroni has bewitched cocktail lovers ever since. Perhaps none more so than Matt Hranek, who intones this love song to his favourite drink and offers a curated collection of recipes, both the classic and dozens of variations, deviations, and delicious reinterpretations.Trade Review“A marvelous ode to one of the world’s most beloved and versatile alcoholic beverages.”—Cool Hunting “The Negroni is equal parts love letter and little black book—a passionate and personal tribute to one of the world’s most versatile drinks.”—Brad Thomas Parsons, author of Bitters, Amaro, and Last Call “This is one of the best books devoted to a single cocktail I’ve read. It’s beautiful and informative, and, most important, the writing is both deeply opinionated and open-minded and welcoming.”—Michael Ruhlman, author of The Soul of a Chef and Charcuterie “Illuminating, irresistible, and eminently useful. It's an absolute treat to be among Matt’s students: follow his lead and you're sure to have a hell of a time. You’ll probably learn something, too.”—Frank Castronovo Frank Falcinelli

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Book SynopsisIs it better for a martini to be shaken, not stirred? Does it matter which order you add the ingredients of a Long Island Iced Tea? How many ice cubes can you add to a margarita without compromising the flavour?The perfect home begins with a blueprint and a dream, and your perfect cocktail should start the same way! The Architecture of the Cocktail will reveal the answers to all your cocktail queries and more.Focusing on the precise measurements to make the perfect drink as well as the recommended garnish and embellishments, you'll no longer have to guess what a cocktail should taste like.Laying out the exact measurements from the bottom of your glass to the top, you'll discover the order in which you should layer your liquor, the precise measurements needed, and even recommended brands.Not sure which stemware is appropriate? Consult the mini guide on identifying the correct stemware in the back of the book.Featuring 75 different cocktails and recipes (including specifications, notes,

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Book SynopsisFrom the authors of the bestselling and genre-defining cocktail book Death & Co, Cocktail Codex is a comprehensive primer on the craft of mixing drinks that employs the authors’ unique “root cocktails” approach to give drink-makers of every level the tools to understand, execute, and improvise both classic and original cocktails. JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • WINNER OF THE TALES OF THE COCKTAIL SPIRITED AWARD® FOR BEST NEW COCKTAIL OR BARTENDING BOOK • NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR BY CHICAGO TRIBUNE “There are only six cocktails.” So say Alex Day, Nick Fauchald, and David Kaplan, the visionaries behind the seminal craft cocktail bar Death & Co. In Cocktail Codex, these experts reveal for the first time their surprisingly simple approach to mastering cocktails: the “root recipes,” six easily identifiable (and memorizable!) templates that encompass all cocktails: the old-fashioned, martini, daiquiri, sidecar, whisky highball, and flip. Once you understand the hows and whys of each “family,” you''ll understand why some cocktails work and others don''t, when to shake and when to stir, what you can omit and what you can substitute when you''re missing ingredients, why you like the drinks you do, and what sorts of drinks you should turn to—or invent—if you want to try something new.   Praise for Cocktail Codex   “Learn the template, and any cocktail you can think of is within reach.”—Food & Wine “Too bad all college textbooks weren’t this much fun.”—Garden & Gun “A must for amateur and pro mixologists alike.”—Chicago Tribune   “If Dora the Explorer turned twenty-one, split herself into three people, and decided to write the Magna Carta of booze books, this would be the result. And, unlike every other book you’ll read this year, Cocktail Codex is packed with actual knowledge you can use in the real world. Please, please, can Cinema Codex be next?”—Steven Soderbergh, filmmaker

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Book SynopsisA flavour-focused drinks recipe book with a feminist slant, Spirited opens up the 'boys' club' world of serious cocktails and features fifty drinks, both alcoholic and booze-free.Spirited brings together fifty well-crafted cocktail recipes, all fuelled by a cook's palate and a love of creative ingredients. Signe Johansen's recipes play with a wide range of flavours such as fresh, floral, herbal and spicy notes and encourage you to think like a cook not a bartender. With chapters on drambling (the joy of winter walks and whisky), creative and delicious drinks to serve at gatherings, warming nightcaps and non-alcoholic 'soothies' to calm an ailing spirit, there is a tipple here for every occasion. There is also a collection of recipes called Cupboard Cocktails – made from staple ingredients you may already have in your kitchen – and more ambitious weekend projects for gifts or special occasions.Spirited is a refreshing departure from earnest mixologists writing about the 'art of the cocktail' – books often written by men, for men. Instead, Signe opens the field for everyone and celebrates the convivial and social experience of healthy hedonism and raising a glass together. This is a warm and inclusive companion to the subject, packed with trade secrets, delicious recipes and fascinating insight into the world of drinks.

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Book SynopsisMartin and Rebecca Cate, founders and owners of Smuggler’s Cove (the most acclaimed tiki bar of the modern era) take you on a colorful journey into the lore and legend of tiki: its birth as an escapist fantasy for Depression-era Americans; how exotic cocktails were invented, stolen, and re-invented; Hollywood starlets and scandals; and tiki’s modern-day revival, in this James Beard Award-winning cocktail book. Featuring more than 100 delicious recipes (original and historic), plus a groundbreaking new approach to understanding rum, Smuggler’s Cove is the magnum opus of the contemporary tiki renaissance. Whether you’re looking for a new favorite cocktail, tips on how to trick out your home tiki grotto, help stocking your bar with great rums, or inspiration for your next tiki party, Smuggler’s Cove has everything you need to transform your world into a Polynesian Pop fantasia. Make yourself a Mai Tai, put your favorite exotica record on the hi-fi, and prepare to lose yourself in the fantastical world of tiki, one of the most alluring—and often misunderstood—movements in American cultural history.

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Book SynopsisSince 150 Bars You Need to Visit Before You Die came out in 2018, more than 17,000 copies have been sold. Time for an updated version, with no less than 50 new bars. Discover which bars you must visit worldwide for their delicious cocktails, unique interiors or authentic atmosphere. Sommelier and spirits connoisseur Jurgen Lijcops once again takes you on a trip/bar crawl around the world and also gives you the best cocktail recipes en cours de route.Trade Review"Here's hoping for time to visit them all!" - Good Housekeeping UK

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Book SynopsisGrab your cocktail shaker, you are heading back to the Roaring Twenties. Cloistered behind secret doors, hidden from view except for those in the know, password protected, and only discussed in hushed tones, the idea of a speakeasy is thrilling. Many Prohibition-era cocktails were inspired by those of pre-Prohibition, but the dubious moonshine whiskies and bathtub gins had to be masked with citrus and fruit juices, ginger ales, colas and other flavours. The result? Some of the most-loved and enduring classics that we enjoy today. Speakeasy Cocktails is a curated collection of 50 recipes ranging from the iconic Dirty Martini to the zesty Southside and the decadent Manhattan, all organised by era of invention. With a deco-inspired foiled cover and photography throughout, this is the perfect gift for every cocktail lover, be they a novice bartender or seasoned mixologist.

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Book SynopsisTake a journey through Hollywood’s lifelong love affair with cocktails, celebrating the greatest characters and their iconic drinks through original illustrations and easy-to-follow recipes. From Marilyn Monroe’s Manhattan in Some Like It Hot to The Dude’s White Russian in The Big Lebowski to New Orleans’ staple Hand Grenade in Girls Trip, there’s something for everyone. Each cocktail is accompanied by the recipe, method, a history of the drink and a synopsis of its scene in the movie alongside full-colour original artwork.

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Book SynopsisIn this collection, Natalie Jacob, experienced NYC bartender and founder of the blog Arsenic Lace, brings together the best drinks from the midcentury period, the original era of cocktail parties, tiki bars and martini lunches. Get tips on making professional cocktails and flavoured syrups, as well as building a swanky home bar. Become a pro with egg whites for flips and sours, and master familiar favourites like the Mai Tai, Monte Carlo and more. Experience glamorous simplicity with sophisticated drinks like the Good Fellow, an elegantly layered blend of Vermouth, bitters, bourbon and Calisaya, a bittersweet orange liqueur popular with pre-prohibition drinkers. Keep it cool with tropical beverages harking back to the 1950's tiki craze, such as the irresistible Missionary's Downfall: rum, brandy and honey syrup brightened with a refreshing dash of lime, and served up over crushed ice. Natalie mixes it up with her own signature midcentury inspired cocktails. Her original Flying Down to Rio, made with cachaca, features warm notes of vanilla, mixed with earthy Thai basil and coconut cream. This book is the perfect gift for cocktail aficionados looking to hone their bartending skills and drink up the history behind iconic recipes. It's also an approachable guide for beginners, with insider advice on how to shake, stir and blend every recipe with precision and style. This book will have 75 recipes and 75 photographs.

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Book SynopsisBatched & Bottled Cocktails features 50 of the best recipes for batched and bottled cocktails – cocktails you can pre-make and bottle, and either pour straight over ice or leave to mature for an hour, a month or even a year.From Negronis and Manhattans, to more complex concoctions you can infuse with botanicals or fermented ingredients, the recipes follow the seasons and range from simple, stir-through mixes to more elaborate drinks that require kitchen prep.Drinking, just like eating, is best if you follow nature, and match what’s going on outside. So, in this book you’ll find everything from light, spritzy drinks for the summer and rich, comforting drinks for those quiet, cosy nights in.Sick of standing in the corner making cocktails while everyone else is having fun? Fed up with having to buy loads of expensive spirits and bitters? Just want to pour a delicious cocktail any time, any place? Then Batched & Bottled Cocktails

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to cocktails for every home and host – a luxurious, fully-illustrated, global celebration of classic and cutting-edge cocktails, packed with fascinating historical detail as well as more than 600 fail-safe recipesThis definitive cocktail recipe book for the home bartender includes 610 cocktail recipes from 6 continents and 60 countries, with a historical span of more than 500 years. With most cocktails included only requiring three or four ingredients, there is something within its covers for every novice drink-maker and expert bartender alike.Drinks featured range from renowned iconic classics to lesser-known regional specialties and influential bespoke drinks – each reflecting the era, location, or bar that inspired them. In Spirited you will also learn how to expertly set up your home bar, with practical advice on bar tools, glassware, syrups, garnishes, and so much more. Specially commissioned photography captures the glamor, elegance, and fun of the hundreds of drinks included.This handsome companion to every home bar is packed with personality – each easy-to-follow recipe also provides fascinating historical and cultural information about the drink and its origins. With Spirited you get to know so much more than just how to make the drink itself. Recipes are organized by cocktail style, with notes on country of origin and era of invention, together with infographic icons that showcase ingredients and identify low alcohol-by-volume (ABV) drinks. Essays are interspersed throughout the more than 430 pages of this beautifully-designed book, with topics ranging from the history of the cocktail, the culture surrounding aperitivo beverages, and more. Spirited, this most useful of guides, concludes with comprehensive indexes by name, spirit, and ingredient, ensuring that it will be the book that you will reach for again and again whenever you want to relax, entertain, or celebrate. Salute! Santé! Chin Cin! Skål! Salud! Prost! Cheers!Trade Review'A lavish, gift-worthy stunner.' – New York Times 'As is often the case with Phaidon titles, this is a whopping huge book, with over 400 pages of cocktail recipes from more than 60 countries and spanning 500 (!) years.' – Stained Page News 'If you have a go-to cocktail, it most likely appears in Spirited: Cocktails From Around the World. In a huge volume that can only be called a tome, author Adrienne Stillman profiles and provides recipes for 610 drinks, ranging from age-old to brand-new, simple (the Russian Yorsh, which is beer fortified with vodka) to elaborate (the Tropical Itch, which comes with a full-sized backscratcher as a swizzle stick).' – Atlas Obscura 'Lockdown saw the term 'quarantini' enter our vernacular, and author Adrienne Stillman's new tome, Spirited: Cocktails from Around the World, promises to up the ante.' – Business Traveller 'The arrival of a new cocktail compendium gives us the perfect tipple for every time of year.' – Stylist 'The most comprehensive and varied cocktail book I've ever seen.' – Travel Distilled 'This definitive cocktail recipe book for the home bartender includes 610 cocktail recipes from 6 continents and 60 countries, spanning 500 years.' – Good Sprit News 'This book might suffice as the only cocktail book a drinker needs.' – Epicurious 'Ambitious' – Atlanta Journal-Constitution 'The breadth of recipes promises something for everyone' – 360 West Magazine 'Phaidon's Spirited: Cocktails from Around the World is the gorgeous new cocktail-making encyclopedia for at-home bartenders and travel lovers.' – Forbes 'A veritable bible.' – Food & Travel Journal 'A deep-dive into the world's most luxurious and inspiring cocktails.' – Polo & Lifestyle 'One of the most comprehensive guides to cocktail making you can find.' – House & Garden

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Book SynopsisThe perfect handbook on blending 50 delectable whisky cocktails, including traditional drinks such as the Perfect Manhattan, Jack Frost and Mint Julep, as well as more unusual blends such as the Buckaroo, Coffee Eggnog and Jamaica Shake.

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Book SynopsisWhether giving as a gift or buying for your home bar, here are 60 stunning illustrated recipes for sparkling drinks..In Spritz and Fizz, the cocktails are all about the bubbles - classy but easy to assemble and even easier to drink. Whether a Gin Fizz or a classic Aperol Spritz, these are elegant recipes for celebrations and any-day drinking. A perfect gift for the prosecco-lover. With all the information you need to become a confident home mixologist, this is the ultimate celebration of spritz and fizz.

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Book SynopsisThere is no escaping the impact of low and non-alcoholic beverages and the effect that it is having on the drinks sector. Clean Cocktails is a dynamic and exciting book about how to embrace this shift in conscience and the joys of staying in with friends and family to create delicious, non-alcohol Gin, Rum, Tequila, Vodka and even Rhubarb cocktails. Clean Cocktails guides you through the basic techniques of cocktail creations, showing you how to master all skills, so that even a complete novice can get to grips with it, and how to develop them in to imaginative and adventurous creations. Practical recipe instructions and inspirational colour photographs combine to give you all the information you need to create a beautiful and delicious array of low-alcohol beverages. Each recipe is created with Spencer Matthews' successful Clean non-alcohol liqueurs. This book is for everyone who wants to celebrate in style, with the healthier choice, all the taste, but no alcohol and a fraction of the calorie content. AUTHOR: Spencer Matthews is a reality TV star, celebrity and successful entrepreneur. He is best known for TV shows such as Made in Chelsea, Celebrity Masterchef and as the winner of Channel 4's competition show The Jump. In 2019 Spencer worked alongside his wife Irish model Vogue Williams on their own E4 show Spencer, Vogue and Baby Too. He is the founder and CEO of the Clean Company and Eden Rocks Diamonds.Table of ContentsTo be completed

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Book SynopsisPerfect for gin-lover or bartender, a handbook of 50 classic and original cocktails and blends.

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Book SynopsisWaters of life. Distilled spirits of all kinds have borne that name, in various tongues, since time immemorial. Aqua vita. Eau de vie. Uisge Beatha. Tom Morton has travelled the world in search of the finest drams the planet has to offer. His journeys reveal the links between faith and alcohol, between spirits and the spiritual. From Christianity’s Holy Communion to the temple libations of Japan, through the rum concoctions of Haitian Voodoo to the monastic producers of every liquid from beer to "tonic" wine. And of course Tom’s beloved whisky, brewed in many corners of the world. Holy Waters is Tom’s journey to the spiritual heart of whisky, sake, rum, Champagne, beer, mead and a variety of wines. With great insight, humour and for the most part sobriety, he traces the links between brewing, winemaking, distilling and worship, from ancient pagan rites to the most modern Trappist technology. He revels in the lore and mysteries of craft production, the elemental, magical love stories, the passionate relationships between human and landscape, grain and pure water, grape and fire. And he does so on a motorcycle which, to his astonishment, runs very well on cask-strength Islay single malt. This book is a celebration of cultures and artisan craft, a book for food and drink, travel and history lovers.Trade Review"A remarkable, fascinating, highly informed and perceptive reflection on the interweaving of alcohol and religion." - Rev Professor Sir Iain Torrance – former Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland"An exquisite blend of scintillating story-telling and anthropological adventure that's as smooth and satisfying as a peated single malt." - LoveReading review

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Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Michael Ruhlman applies the principles of his innovative book Ratio—about the relationships of ingredients to each other—in this delightful back-to-basics cocktail book, sharing the simple recipes and fundamental techniques that make for delicious and satisfying libations. Did you know that a Gimlet, a Daiquiri, and a Bee’s Knees are the same cocktail? As are a Cosmopolitan, a Margarita, and a Sidecar. When hosting a party wouldn’t you enjoy saying to your guests, “Would you care for a Boulevardier, perhaps, or a Negroni?” These, too, are the same cocktail, substituting one ingredient for another. Or if you’d like to be able to shake up a batch of whiskey sours for a party of eight in fewer than two minutes, then read on. As Michael Ruhlman explains, our most popular cocktails are really ratios—proportions of one ingredient relative to the others. Organized around five of our best-known, beloved, classic families of cocktails, each category follows a simple ratio from which myriad variations can be built: The Manhattan, The Gimlet, The Margarita, The Negroni, and the most debated cocktail ever, The Martini. A practical reference of cocktail classics, a source of inspiration for putting a new spin on the usual gin and tonic, and an affable tribute to the pleasures of the cocktail hour, The Book of Cocktail Ratios shows you how to serve up delectable drinks in no time. Cheers!Trade Review“Leave it to Ruhlman, a relentlessly helpful and smart food writer, to give us a relentlessly smart and helpful primer for cocktails.” —Esquire “Making a good drink is just a matter of proportions... The recipes for the variations on each drink are straightforward, very doable and delicious.” —Wall Street Journal “Ruhlman’s writing is funny, engaging, extremely informative, and is peppered with a ton of great info... The Book of Cocktail Ratios is a home bar essential, and overall, an extremely interesting book offering a deep grasp of the basics of a ton of classic cocktails. It will leave you feeling empowered to pull them out of your pocket at any moment, or to work to come up with your own interesting variations.” —Vice “If memorizing dozens of cocktail recipes seems a daunting task, do not fear! In The Book of Cocktail Ratios, Michael Ruhlman distills dozens of classic drinks to their basics and shows us that by learning five simple formulas and a few techniques, you can simultaneously simplify your thinking of cocktails while vastly expanding your repertoire. It’s as essential to the home bartender as his book Ratio was to home cooks.” —J. Kenji López-Alt, author of Food Lab “Once again, Michael Ruhlman brings order and reason to a culinary realm once ruled by confusion, and madness. The Book of Cocktail Ratios is the cocktail book most of us never knew we needed.” —Alton Brown, author of Good Eats “Michael Ruhlman is wickedly smart, engaging and eternally curious, sure in his opinions but not too dogmatic to learn. The same holds true for this book: it's so pleasantly conversational; so easy to get sucked into, that it almost makes you forget how unfailingly useful and instructive it is.” —David Wondrich, Editor in Chief, Oxford Companion to Spirits and Cocktails “Like much of what Michael has written, it makes other books on the subject redundant. Filled with history, information and great recipes, it will definitely improve your parties.” —Ruth Reichl

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Book SynopsisWhisky Rising: The Second Edition is the most up-to-date, comprehensive resource on Japanese whisky. This fully updated guide by whisky authority and Japanese whisky expert Stefan Van Eycken takes you on a tour of some of the most coveted whiskies in the world. Japanese whiskies have become some of the most highly valued whiskies, and have bested traditional producers in major international competitions. Blending proven Scotch and American methods with new ideas, these whiskies are imbued with exotic flavors from local Japanese woods to make a unique and signature product that rings true to Japanese terroir. This revised edition features new craft distilleries, putting a spotlight on their stories, their distillery set ups, and philosophies.Inside you’ll find: Fascinating interviews and profiles with the most celebrated distillers and blenders, updated to include new competitors in the Japanese whisky world An insider’s guide to the best whisky bars How to drink whisky properly Delicious cocktail recipes Tasting notes and reviews of the best Japanese whiskies Shedding light on Japan’s most famous blends, its unique whisky culture, and history, Eycken takes you to the heart of Japanese whisky making. Find out why, when it comes to whisky, all eyes are on Japan with Whisky Rising: The Second Edition.

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Book SynopsisA selection of 50 rum recipes, from classic Caribbean Breeze, Continental and Bolero to new mixes such as Havana Bandana, Monkey Wrench and Hustler. A brief history of rum and the different types, cocktail equipment and the glasses to use.

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Book SynopsisFrom the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs to the modern Grumpy Cat meme, 51% of the population have been obsessing over cats for centuries. And what better way to celebrate our feline overlords than with a fancy tipple in hand as they purr on your lap? Every cocktail here is infused with a love of moggies, from the timeless Old Furrshioned to the fruity Bengal Bramble and the refreshing Pawsco Sour. Each recipe has step-by-step instructions for mixing and garnishing, accompanied by adorable and amusing cat illustrations to gaze at as you prepare your drink.In this book you'll find over 60 delicious cocktails which range from variations on the classics to new and unusual recipes based on your favourite cat breeds. To enjoy alongside your beverage, there are ideas for moggy-themed games, famous kitty trivia, insights into different breeds, and more cat-centric information than you can shake a laser pointer at.Whether you're hosting your cat's birthday party or just want to enjoy a quiet meow-tini at home, this book is a must-have for any cat-loving cocktail enthusiast.

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Book SynopsisThe author is bartender at PDT. This title offers 304 cocktail recipes available at PDT and behind-the-scenes secrets. It offers coverage ranging from his bar design, tools, and equipment to his techniques, food, and spirits.Trade Review"I'd peg this as the gift book of the season for the serious cocktail fan: It's extravagantly illustrated by artist Chris Gall, beautifully designed, fun to browse and possessed of a satisfying heft. And there are some 300 drink recipes, many extraordinary, to adapt as your own classic and new-classic cocktails." —The Wall Street Journal "Jim Meehan seamlessly blends classic and cutting-edge in The PDT Cocktail Book, and the result is basically a new-school bible for the cocktail geek. The book covers everything from barware to bacon-infused bourbon, complete with illustrations by Chris Gall. Buy two--despite your best gift-giving intentions, this is a book you'll want to keep for yourself. —MensHealth.com "Cocktails are evolving and becoming more culinary and with that evolution more skill is required from the craftsmen and women who make them. Jim Meehan of PDT is busily mapping the DNA of cutting edge cocktails and I am delighted he has decided to publish his delicious findings. The PDT Cocktail Book is a marvelous, classically illustrated book that I believe to be the book of the decade if not more." —Dale DeGroff, master mixologist and founding president of The Museum of the American Cocktail "Jim Meehan's book is, as the subtitle says, a manual for bartenders, and one that will undoubtedly become a bible for many of them. But any cook--or, for that matter, person--who's seriously interested in mixology will quickly realize it's the definitive work, a roadmap for a lifetime of amazing cocktails." — Mark Bittman, New York Times columnist and author of How to Cook Everything "Americans have always loved drinking, but in the past five years or so America has recommitted itself to learning to drink well! Jim Meehan has helped lead this joyful renaissance, but his specific influence has been to decouple drink perfection from pompousness. Quality drinking should be as unintimidating and fun as it is delicious and smart: that's Jim Meehan's doing. I'm so glad he's written this beautiful book -- shake yourself up an Applejack Rabbit, sit down, and read this like a novel".—Rachel Maddow, host of The Rachel Maddow Show on MSNBC "I've imbibed every drink in this book; whether I can recall all the nights spent at PDT is another story. Jim Meehan has written a manifesto for aspiring drunks and bartenders alike." —David Chang, chef/owner of Momofuku"Id peg this as the gift book of the season for the serious cocktail fan: Its extravagantly illustrated by artist Chris Gall, beautifully designed, fun to browse and possessed of a satisfying heft. And there are some 300 drink recipes, many extraordinary, to adapt as your own classic and new-classic cocktails." —The Wall Street Journal "Jim Meehan seamlessly blends classic and cutting-edge in The PDT Cocktail Book, and the result is basically a new-school bible for the cocktail geek. The book covers everything from barware to bacon-infused bourbon, complete with illustrations by Chris Gall. Buy two--despite your best gift-giving intentions, this is a book youll want to keep for yourself. —MensHealth.com "Cocktails are evolving and becoming more culinary and with that evolution more skill is required from the craftsmen and women who make them. Jim Meehan of PDT is busily mapping the DNA of cutting edge cocktails and I am delighted he has decided to publish his delicious findings. The PDT Cocktail Book is a marvelous, classically illustrated book that I believe to be the book of the decade if not more." —Dale DeGroff, master mixologist and founding president of The Museum of the American Cocktail "Jim Meehans book is, as the subtitle says, a manual for bartenders, and one that will undoubtedly become a bible for many of them. But any cook--or, for that matter, person--whos seriously interested in mixology will quickly realize its the definitive work, a roadmap for a lifetime of amazing cocktails." — Mark Bittman, New York Times columnist and author of How to Cook Everything "Americans have always loved drinking, but in the past five years or so America has recommitted itself to learning to drink well! Jim Meehan has helped lead this joyful renaissance, but his specific influence has been to decouple drink perfection from pompousness. Quality drinking should be as unintimidating and fun as it is delicious and smart: thats Jim Meehans doing. Im so glad hes written this beautiful book -- shake yourself up an Applejack Rabbit, sit down, and read this like a novel".—Rachel Maddow, host of The Rachel Maddow Show on MSNBC "Ive imbibed every drink in this book; whether I can recall all the nights spent at PDT is another story. Jim Meehan has written a manifesto for aspiring drunks and bartenders alike." —David Chang, chef/owner of Momofuku

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Book SynopsisThe original large format edition of Spirit of Place, exploring the fifty greatest distilleries in Scotland.Trade Review"Spirit of Place is a lavishly illustrated tour of 50 classic distilleries - many you've heard of and some you haven't. The coffee table book explores the heritage of moor and peat, from the Lowlands to the brooding, misty islands, and Mr. MacLean serves up dram after dram of useful detail ... But it's the captivating photographs by Lara Platman and Allan MacDonald that gave me a implacable thirst. ... This is armchair travel at its best - even if it's only as far as the cabinet for a refill."“essential reading for anyone fond of a wee dram”“ essential reading for anyone fond of a wee dram” “ If you love the wide range of Scottish scenery and a dram or two of Scotch whisky, Spirit of Place will inspire you. … It’ s a sumptuous and unusual coffee table tome.” "Spirit of Place is a lavishly illustrated tour of 50 classic distilleries - many you've heard of and some you haven't. The coffee table book explores the heritage of moor and peat, from the Lowlands to the brooding, misty islands, and Mr. MacLean serves up dram after dram of useful detail ... But it's the captivating photographs by Lara Platman and Allan MacDonald that gave me a implacable thirst. ... This is armchair travel at its best - even if it's only as far as the cabinet for a refill." “ superb regional guide to 60 leading distilleries ... Shots of the distilleries combine with wonderful landscape photography.”

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Book SynopsisA history of one of the world''s most iconic cocktails—originally an Italian aperitivo, but now a staple of craft bar programs everywhere—with 60 recipes for variations and contemporary updates.  The Negroni is one of the simplest and most elegant drink formulas around: combine one part gin, one part sweet vermouth, and one part Campari, then stir and serve over ice. This bitter, sweet, and smooth drink has inspired countless variations as well as legions of diehard aficionados. In The Negroni, Gary Regan—barman extraordinaire and author of the iconic book The Joy of Mixology—delves into the drink''s fun, fascinating history (its origin story is still debated, with battling Italian noblemen laying claim) and provides techniques for modern updates (barrel aging and carbonation among them). Sixty delightfully varied and uniformly tasty recipes round out this spirited collection, which is a must-have for any true cocktail enthusiast.

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Book SynopsisAn indispensable, curated guide to the world of whisky distilleries: their stories and styles, which to visit, plus the very best offerings to try from each of these legendary locations.

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Book SynopsisSave water: Drink Prosecco Who doesn't love a chilled glass of Prosecco? Champagne's younger, more affordable Italian cousin is a light, dry sparkling wine, perfect for every occasion. From a summer tipple to a tasty cocktail, dinner accompaniment or festive fizz, you just can't beat it. And as global sales would indicate, Prosecco is the new black.Bubbling with Prosecco-infused wit and wisdom, and mixed with recipes for some of Italy's most iconic Prosecco cocktails – the Spritz, Rossini, Mimosa – The Little Book of Prosecco is a sparkling celebration of one of the world's best-loved wines that will have you reaching for a bottle and popping that cork in no time.Prosecco has only 90 calories per glass – that's less than a banana! 'All you need is love, laughter and Prosecco.' UnknownTable of ContentsIn Vino Veritas: 'In wine there is truth', and other words of wisdom • Tasting Notes: Fizzing facts from around the world • Sparkling Wit: Light and fruity anecdotes • Prosecco Superiore: Understanding the different varieties • Cocktails & Mixes: The classics with a splash of modern mixes • Popping Out: Bubbly quotes.

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Book SynopsisBrought together in one delightful and informative guide are the top 101 cocktails to try before you die, from the classics (Old-Fashioned, Manhattan, Vesper) to the less well-known (Scofflaw, Irish Mermaid, Bramble). With fascinating insight, this book takes the reader on a captivating tour through history's most famous (and infamous) cocktails. Each entry comes with a detailed history, entertaining anecdotes and of course a list of ingredients, as well as retellings of cocktail myths and legends. Whether you are a spirits aficionado or simply enjoy a good drink, this is the must-have cocktail handbook.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect pop culture pairing, this collection of drinks inspired by iconic television characters blends old and new, spicy and sweet, strong and mellow. Cheers to TV connects sixty cocktails to stars of the small screen. Some are invented specifically for that character, such as the Bloody Ending, inspired by Game of Thrones’ Daenerys Targaryen, or the Stringer Bell, an ode to The Wire. Others deliver a TV twist to an established cocktail—a Rusty Nail for Better Call Saul’s titular hero, for instance. Some are cocktails created by the show itself—Absolutely Fabulous’ Stoli-Bolli is sure to outlive its boozy inventor Patsy Stone. There are mocktails like the Banana Stand (honoring George Michael Bluth from Arrested Development), coffee-tinged drinks such as the Central Perk (for Friends’ Rachel), and even a rainbow slushie inspired by Pose’s Blanca Evangelista. Along with clever, original illustrations, straightforward recipes, and engaging texts about the shows and characters, the authors cover the mixology basics: bar equipment; types of spirits, liqueurs, juices, and bitters; garnishes and glassware. Whether you prefer appointment television or an hours-long stream-a-thon, this book will up the enjoyment factor. Just remember: sip the cocktail, binge the show.

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Book Synopsis'When it's Martini Hour, you need a guide and there is no one better than Alice Lascelles.' – Jay RaynerIt’s almost 150 years since someone had the idea of mixing dry vermouth and gin – and yet the Martini is now more popular than it’s ever been. What’s behind this simple drink’s enduring success? And can perfection be reached, with a recipe so renowned, yet as personal as how you take your tea…   In The Martini, award-winning journalist, Financial Times columnist and cocktail expert Alice Lascelles goes on a deep-dive into one her favourite drinks – one that’s bewitched bartenders, artists, authors, film-makers and barflies for more than a century.   Over the course of 60 recipes, she charts the Martini’s journey from the smoky saloons of 1880s New York to the hottest cocktail joints of the 21st century. Discover old-time Martini twist

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Book SynopsisWhether you prefer the simple yet suave whiskey Old Fashioned, or the sweet-sour fusion of a rum Daiquiri, The Little Black Book of Classic Cocktails contains a host of timeless and contemporary favourites, gathered together in a purse-sized collection.Contents:Fizzes, Highballs and CollinsesSpirit FowardsSoursOld FashionedsChampagne and Prosecco

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Book Synopsis Internationally renowned mixologist Joe Schofield has worked at some of the best bars in the world, from the American Bar at The Savoy Hotel to the Tippling Club in Singapore. His reputation for creating superlative cocktails from classics to contemporary innovations, has led to numerous awards and much acclaim within the bartending industry. His first book includes 100 recipes for the creme de la creme of classic cocktails with details on how to make them using only the finest ingredients, including his personal recommendations for the most suitable spirits, mixers and garnishes for each recipe

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