Spirits, liqueurs and cocktails Books

Book SynopsisFrom a rich heritage in cask ales dating back to the industrial revolution to its role as a driving force in the UK’s craft beer revolution, Sheffield can proudly proclaim to be one of the country’s most significant brewing cities. Today it boasts over four times as many breweries than that of Greater London, churns out around 1,000 different beers each year and has a growing number of venues committed to stocking a wide range of local brews. Take a tour with us through the Steel City’s thriving beer and spirits scene, showcasing some of the many wonderful pubs, bars, shops, breweries and distilleries that unite to make the city one of the UK’s most exciting destinations for connoisseurs of real ale, craft beer and (increasingly so) gin!

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Book Synopsis"Everything's better with some wine in the belly." - Tyrion Lannister, the self-proclaimed "God of Tits and Wine". You're not likely to sit on the Iron Throne or ride a dragon into battle against a horde of undead wights, but that doesn't mean you can't get into the Westerosi spirit - quite literally! Gin of Thrones is the ultimate cocktail book for Game of Thrones fans. Alongside 50 recipes are eight drinking games - one for each season - that can be played while watching the epic show. What do we say to the god of drink? Yes, please! Cocktails include: • Mother of Dragon (Fruit) • Shaken not Lannistirred • The Drink That Was Promised • Valor Mor-Guinness • Robin Arryn's MilkshakeTable of ContentsIncludes 50 Game of Thrones-inspired cocktails and bar snacks with ingredients and instructions alongside humorous serving suggestions and descriptions. There are also eight entertaining drinking games – one for each season – that are designed to be played while watching Game of Thrones.

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Book SynopsisGinspiration' to keep you shaken and stirred. Gin may be the national spirit of Britain, but it is now a drink that belongs to the world. It's gone 'ginternational', if you will. Within the last decade or so gin consumption has exploded, becoming the most popular alcoholic refreshment in the world, overtaking whisky and vodka. Following the rules dictated by supply and demand, The Little Book of Gin is here to toast gin's extraordinary 'ginaissance' in the 21st century and to celebrate everyone's tipple of choice through wit and wisdom, facts and stats in a single serving-sized compendium. Filled to the rim with history, how to's, what for's, drinking games, cocktail recipes and serving suggestions as well as a whole host of 'gintellectual' curiosites, The Little Book of Gin is 'ginfinite' in its revelry. 'The gin and tonic has saved more Englishmen's lives, and minds, than all the doctors in the Empire' Winston Churchill – During WWII, British naval officers received a daily ration of gin. Gin takes its name from the Dutch word for juniper, genever. (It was the Dutch who invented gin, not the English.) Gin is the national spirit of Britain. It comes as no surprise then that gin has been having a 'ginaissance', in the last decade, with more bottles of the gin being sold than ever before. Table of ContentsGinspiration • Mother’s Ruin • Let the Good Times Be Gin • The Best Tonic • Gin and Juice • The Gin Spot.

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Book SynopsisWhisky is the world’s favourite spirit and is enjoying booming sales, yet too often it’s shrouded in mystery, myth and complex-sounding terminology. This authoritative book, written by three world experts, gives simple advice on how to seek out and enjoy the immense diversity of flavours and styles on offer, and how to become more adventurous. As with any subject, the more you know, the more you can appreciate and enjoy it. This book aims to equip you with enough knowledge to be able to find your way around the whisky sections of a specialist drinks retailer and to help you feel confident choosing whisky in a bar or restaurant. We aim to demystify whisky without taking away the magic. The history of whisky and production methods are clearly explained, and there is advice on how to nose, taste and savour, as well as a selection of classic whisky cocktails and advice on matching food and whisky. The book covers not just famous Highland malts, Irish pot still whiskeys and American bourbons, but also whiskies from Japan, Canada, Australia and India.

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Book SynopsisAlready responsible for giving jelly a 21st-century makeover, Sam and Harry focus their attention on the perennially popular cocktail, the most sophisticated form of drink. But of course with an extra special twist. Bompas & Parr take us on a rollercoaster journey through the wonderful world of sours, martinis, old-fashioneds, punches and highballs. Classics, new interpretations of old favourites and crazy concoctions are all to be expected, but they also provide advice on the all-important presentation, the ingredients and getting the ice just right. Veterans of successful alcoholic adventures such as Alcoholic Architecture (a walk in cloud of breathable G&T) and the Architectural Punchbowl (a Robert Adam building flooded with 4 tonnes of Courvoisier Punch enough for 25,000 people!), Bompas & Parr are perfectly placed to ensure you create a range of extraordinary cocktail drinks to remember. Bompas & Parr’s paramount aim is to demystify cocktails and produce an easy to use functional cocktail book for the home – all you need to do is master a few techniques, assemble a few ingredients and away you go; but as to be expected from them, the recipes walk a fine line balancing their signature, attention-grabbing but considered approach, while offering some predictably unpredictable options. More than 50 recipes are split into chapters on Gin, Whisky, Rum, Vodka, Tequila, Brandy, Champagne cocktails and Punches, with additional chapters covering Cocktail basics; Cocktail techniques; and Glassware.

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Book SynopsisFrom the wild open spaces of the north to the industrial cities of the south, Yorkshire's distillers are creating some of the finest gins in the country. Taking strength from the glorious countryside, rich history and that indefinable Yorkshire grit, they are inspired to make passionately-crafted spirits. YORKSHIRE'S GINS tell the stories of the gins, where the industry has come from and where it's going. Discover how Yorkshire delicacies like rhubarb, liquorice and Henderson's Relish inspire the makers. See how brewers, farmers and artists have brought their talents to Yorkshire's gin community. Meet the gins inspired by Dracula, Captain Cook and York's ancient walls; the brand launched on a moving train; the gin which uses "wonky" potatoes and gins made in bedrooms and other unlikely spaces. YORKSHIRE'S GINS is a comprehensive guide to Yorkshire's makers, distilleries and their gins.

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Book SynopsisScotland's gin scene is thriving: a clan of distillers are creating passionately conceived and beautifully crafted gins, using the finest of locally sourced ingredients. We tell the stories of the spirits, where Scotland's gin industry has come from and where it's going. * The gardener who found his flowers make gin that changes colour. * The farmer who started distilling as a way to use up his wonky potatoes. * The gin distilled beneath Edinburgh's pavements. * The whisky distiller who created a gin with the botanicals on its island doorstep. Gins from crofts, towns, herb gardens and even an old vet school, we list the best of Scotland's distilleries and their signature gins.

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Book SynopsisThe UK's "gin renaissance" has been underway for several years as tastes and drinking habits have changed. Once dubbed "Mother's ruin," gin sales topped 1 billion for the first time in 2015 as younger drinkers flocked to a new generation of artisanal distilleries. With so many brands now on the market, a little guidance is surely required. Make Something Bloody Marvellous is bursting with more than 50 unique gin cocktail recipes and photographs for every occasion. Learn the skills of the bespoke bartender and stir up some truly exquisite concoctions using Jam Jar Gin and authentic home-grown ingredients. Beautifully finished to a high standard, it's nothing short of top-shelf.

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Book SynopsisBring some old Hollywood glamour into your home with these show-stopping tipples, inspired by the bars and stars of the golden age of Hollywood. Step into the sparkling streets of Hollywood and be transported back in time with this gorgeous facsimile collection of over 200 classic cocktail recipes from the 1930s. Discover the exclusive rendezvous frequented by the biggest stars of the silver screen, from The Embassy Club to the Zanzibar, the Clover Club to the Palm Springs, and learn how to mix the perfect night cap and master classic recipes such as the Old Fashioned, and much more. Great cocktails stand the test of time and this is an essential collection of recipes to entertain and impress. Shake well, strike a pose and raise a glass to the golden age of glamour. The perfect gift for film buffs and connoisseurs alike. Trade ReviewThis gloriously indulgent cocktail making guide features recipes and hang-outs that would have been an intrinsic part of 1930s Tinseltown life. * Waterstones *

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Book SynopsisRaise a glass to the LGBTQ+ community. This collection of cocktail recipes celebrates queer culture and pays tribute to the great gay icons of our time. Try your hand at mixing a Bloody Mariah (Carey), (Stephen) Fry Martini, or Rocket Man and get your tastebuds tingling. With recipes inspired by Beyoncé (Bey’s Knees), Freddie Mercury (Tequila Queen), Whitney Houston (I Will Always Love Woo Woo) and more, there’s plenty to keep all cocktail movers and shakers busy and thirsts well and truly quenched – we'll drink to that!

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Book SynopsisOver 50 gin-credible recipes for refreshing cocktails for all occasions, from the classics to new and exciting creations. With more flavours and brands of gin on offer than ever before, it’s no wonder that this spirit is so treasured and beloved by many. Perfect for a post-work tipple, a cooling drink on a hot afternoon or the perfect treat for a weekend get-together, the possibilities that gin provides are endless. It’s always a good time for a gin cocktail! Whether you prefer sensational spins on the classic G&T, a Dry Martini or a wonderfully fizzy Gin Rickey, this book provides recipes for all the best ways to create exciting gin-based drinks. Let the fun be-gin!

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Book SynopsisTry one of the 50 recipes perfected by some of the world's best bartenders, and discover the fascinating story of the ingredient behind every well-made drink. Delve into the world of bitters, guided by an expert author, and learn how to make the perfect cocktail in your own home. Choose from Bitter, Sweet, Salt, Sour or Umami cocktails to find your perfect drink and master the basic recipes to cement your bartending flair. This exceptional collection of cocktail recipes showcases the different characteristics of bitters and how they can refine a cocktail in unique ways. Enjoy anything from a Brandy Crusta, Dry Martini or an Anejo Highball to a Lady Columbia, Celery Gimlet or a Pisco Sour. Former bartender, cocktail historian and founder of the House of Botanicals bitters and spirits company, Adam Elan-Elmegirab explains how bitters came to be an integral part of a perfected cocktail and outlines the key botanicals, the science of flavour and summarizes the key techniques for making great cocktails.

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Book SynopsisIt’s time to dust off your shakers and gather your limes, because rum is the hottest spirit in the world right now! Rum evokes a feeling of escapism like no other spirit and just about everyone needs a vacation, or at the very least a mai tai! Here you'll find 50 rum-tastic recipes, including modern favourites such as the Mojito and Frozen Daiquiri, plus some all-too-often overlooked classics like the El Presidente and Ron Collins. So come cocktail o’clock, whether you find yourself poolside on a sun lounger, downtown in Havana or at home, you’ll be able to mix ‘em, muddle ‘em and shake ‘em like a pro!

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Book Synopsis“Outstanding … among the most important books about whisky ever written.” Charles MacLean BRINGING TOGETHER LANDSCAPES, geology, history, people and their whisky, and addressing the key role of peatlands in mitigating climate change, Peat and Whisky: The Unbreakable Bond is a love letter to Scotland and the unique substance that forms part of the DNA of Scotch whisky. Through epic journeys around Scotland and back in time, Mike Billett dives deep into the science and stories of ancient peatlands and bogs, capturing the spirit of places where whisky has been distilled for centuries. He sheds light on how peat imparts its distinctive aroma and flavour to the world’s finest single malts. He looks back to tradition and heritage, as well as forward to a future in which the dark matter will remain part of the recipe for liquid gold, while at the same time becoming an increasingly precious living sponge for atmospheric carbon. He takes us to places where the bond between peat and whisky is growing around the world. Whether you’re a whisky connoisseur, a lover of Scotland’s environment and beautiful landscapes, an armchair traveller or a history buff, this unforgettable book will deepen your appreciation for the land itself and help you to understand the profound connection between peat and the unmistakable character of uisge beatha, the water of life.Trade Review'A unique work … a journey through ancient peatlands … Billett reveals the special relationship peat has had with the Scotch whisky industry … essential reading for anyone with an interest in whisky.' -- Neil Wilson, whisky historian

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Book SynopsisFrom the fells and lakes of the north to the industrial areas around Manchester and Liverpool, gin is making its mark. Drinking it and crafting it has captured the imagination from Merseyside to Manchester and across Lancashire, Cumbria and Cheshire. Taking strength from its industrial heritage, maritime trade, glorious countryside and rich history, some of the finest gins in the country have been created in the North West of England. Gins of the North West tells the stories of a hundred of these passionately-crafted spirits, where the industry has come from and where it’s going. • Discover how the landscape of the Lake District inspires its ginmakers. • See how chemists, brewers and farmers have brought their talents to the North West’s gin community. • Meet the gins inspired by family recipe books, childhood treats and the most exotic of fruits. • Discover how Cheshire is home to some of the UK’s biggest brands ... and some of the very smallest. • Find out how cruise ship entertainers, firemen, actors and teachers have found a new life in the still room. Gins of the North West is a comprehensive guide to the region’s makers, distilleries and their gins. Fully illustrated, Gins of the North West makes the perfect gift for local residents, a souvenir for visitors to the area and for craft gin fans everywhere.

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Book SynopsisOver 60 recipes, with classic cocktails, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. Featuring advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes and suggestions on how to produce next-level drinks!In a corner of every home is an area where bottles lurk. For some, it's a plinth of joy where beautifully polished spirits stand proud. For others, it's a dark, mysterious nook where bottles are hidden from view under a layer of dust. In Home Bar, drink expert Andy Clarke shows that even the most unloved bottle of booze can be a treasure chest full of liquid promise, waiting to be unlocked.Andy shares over 60 recipes, from classic cocktails to his own creations, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. He also gives advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes, and genius suggestions which will allow you to produce next-level drinks, even if you think you don't have the kit!Whether it's a Friday night drink for two, or a weekend party for twenty, this book is guaranteed to transform you into an unstoppable cocktail legend.

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Book SynopsisWhether you prefer the humble Gin and Tonic, the iconic French 75, or more modern creations like the Honeysuckle Sour, gin is the foundation to some truly great libations. Without it, we wouldn’t have the Martini, the Tom Collins, or the Negroni. Juniperlooza distills the best of gin cocktails, featuring 60 recipes for any mood, whether you’d like to get effervescent with a Rosewater Fizz, sip on an Aviation or infuse gin with botanicals. With recipes for every palette, get ready to shake, mix and stir your way through the world of juniper.

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Book SynopsisFor anyone looking to drink less, to leave alcohol permanently on the shelf, or to wake up a little less hung over on Sunday, shake and stir up your next party with Nixology. Full of classics like the Martini, Negroni, and Cosmo, and new creations like a Springtime Fizz, Sparkling Melon Sangria and Juniper & Tonic, Nixology is full of recipes that are full of flavor instead alcohol. Whip up single cocktails, batches to share, or low-ABV drinks for a tiny buzz. Whether it’s a sunny afternoon, a dinner with friends, a big bash, or a quiet night in, Nixology has the perfect drink to sip.

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Book Synopsis50 glamorous cocktails inspired by the City of Lights. Cocktails in Paris is your illustrated guide to mixology á la Française, with 50 cocktail recipes for sipping before, during and after dinner, as well as notes on glassware, garnishes, syrups and French bar staples like Champagne, Pastis and Lillet. From an effervescent Suze spritz in the courtyard at sunset, to cosying up in front of the fireplace with a boozy boulevardier, nothing says savoir-vivre quite like apéro hour.

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Book SynopsisBreak open the cocktail cabinet to prepare gin-based cocktails with this deck of mixologist favourites. Whether you prefer a simple gin and tonic, a bubbly French 75, or more modern creations like the bramble, gin is the foundation of some truly great cocktails. Without it, we wouldn't have the martini, the Tom Collins, or the negroni. The Cocktail Cabinet: Gin distils the best of the spirit with 50 cards that feature recipes for any mood, whether you'd like to get effervescent with a fizz or fly away on an aviation. With something for every palette, get ready to shake, mix and stir your way through the world of juniper. With mid-century-inspired illustrations and easy-to-follow recipes, this deck is the ideal pick for budding mixologists and bartending experts.

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Book SynopsisWhether you're looking for the proper way to mix a Brandy Punch, what you ought to serve alongside a Bijou Cocktail, or a dependable hangover cure, this book has you covered. It also offers advice on how to catch up with your already-inebriated guests, or guidance on what to do when said guests end up a little too inebriated.

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Book Synopsis100+ insanely great cocktail recipes for every occasion including margaritas, mimosas, martinis and more, each with a fresh and fun twist. Plus, super-creative boozy sweets!Delish Ultimate Cocktails provides everything you need to make amazing drinks at home...and then some. Each of the 100+ easy and fun recipes dreamt up by the editors of Delish is an excuse to throw a party. These cocktail recipes will shake things up and elevate your entertaining game with best-ever versions of the classics, like Margaritas, Martinis, Bloody Marys, and Mai Tais; super-fun cocktails for a crowd, like Prosecco Punch and Bourbon Milk Punch; plus inventive new ideas for Jell-O shots and boozy sweets like Banana Pudding Shots and Pina Colada Truffles. Recipes include Strawberry Frosé, Frozen Dark & Stormy, Flamin' Hot Cheetos Bloody Mary, Apple Cider Mimosas, Creamsicle Punch, Negroni Jell-O Shots, Moscow Mule Pops and many more! There's even an assortment of mocktails including Apple Cider Slushies and Cranberry Basil Sansgria.Inside, you'll find: A color photograph for every recipe Easy-to-follow recipes for every event imaginable from brunch to girls' night to summer parties and holiday gatherings Recipe servings range from individual drinks to big batch punches, perfect for any sized celebration!Tips on how to stock a bar cart and which glass to use for each drink Drinks inspired by your favorite movies and characters, like Butterbeer Punch and Tiffany Mimosas. Once you've tried just one of these drinks you'll want to know: Why limit happy to an hour!Trade Review“Delish delivers a splashy assemblage of clever, mostly sweet, and Instagram-ready quaffs... The editors are especially inventive when it comes to Bloody Marys, which are accessorized with skewered mini tacos and sliders, or rimmed with crushed Cheetos, or served as shooters in hollowed-out pickle halves. Oreo shots, meanwhile, have their cream filling replaced by a mixture of vodka, gelatin, and sweetened condensed milk, while giant watermelon “shots,” molded from a halved melon, are served in the rind and are as big as a plate. There is no shortage of frozen drinks, as well as ice pops in flavors including gin and tonic, and Moscow mule. And for teetotalers, a chapter of mocktails replaces booze with puns in options like the blackberry “faux-jito” and a cranberry basil “sansgria.” A rainbow of creations for celebrating or entertaining at home pours forth in this fun collection.” –Publishers Weekly“All of your boozy dreams come true in Delish Ultimate Cocktails. Whether you're hosting an elaborate dinner party or just having a couple girlfriends over, this book has you covered for any kind of drink you can imagine!” —Kristin Cavallari, author of the New York Times best sellers True Comfort and True RootsDelish Ultimate Cocktails is a how-to for creating the best crowd-pleasing experiences. There are cocktails, mocktails, and just drinks that make any day feel a little more special. I love this cookbook for its creativity, great flavors, and fun photography and design. My personal favorite recipes at the moment are the Best Ever Arnold Palmer and the Moscato Margarita but I can’t wait to try them all–especially the Jell-O shots for when the kids are at their grandparents’ house for the weekend!—Catherine Lowe, reality television star “This book completely captures its title, DELISH. A definite page turner! I can honestly say there’s not a cocktail in here I wouldn’t want to partake in. The recipes are easy enough for anyone to become their own Tom Cruise. And the photography will literally make you drool.” —Tiffani Thiessen, actress

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Book SynopsisPairing history’s 100 greatest rock stars with recipes for their iconic drink of choice, How to Drink Like a Rock Star is the perfect guide to summoning the muse for music fans, rock and roll bartenders, and cocktail enthusiasts.Have you longed for a taste of the rock and roll lifestyle without the trashed hotel rooms, constrictive leather pants, and weeks lost on a cramped tour bus? Whether you want to know what fueled Ozzy Osbourne’s bat-biting Prince of Darkness persona, quaff a Jack and Coke like Motörhead’s Lemmy, or learn Madonna’s recipe for a perfect dirty martini, How to Drink Like a Rock Star will delight fans of all genres of rock and roll and anyone searching for the perfect cocktail.From AC/DC to ZZ Top, this lavish illustrated follow-up to How to Drink Like a Writer offers 100 spirited drink recipes, fascinating rock star profiles, a special sections dedicated to epic rock clubs to drink, dance, and perform in, and even unusual hangover cures and favorite food pairings, all accompanied by original illustrations of ingredients and finished cocktails, and a wealth of photographs. This remarkable book, the result of a deep dive into interviews, backstage tour riders, and much more, is sure to inspire, impress, and inebriate. Sure, becoming a rock legend takes dedication, connections, and talent, but it also takes vodka, gin, tequila, and whiskey.Trade Review“A perfect holiday present.” —Liquor.com Praise for How to Drink Like a Writer: “There’s something for everyone in this book, no matter what you like to drink or how much time you’re willing to devote to crafting the perfect cocktail.” —Mental Floss “A witty literary dive into the favored libations of scribblers.” —Wine and Whiskey Globe “There’s guaranteed to be a soon-to-be favorite drink for you within these pages.” —Woman's Day “In this book, you will learn everything you need to know about the personal relationship between all-time reputed authors and their liquid courage. . . . Prepare to visit some of the most famous writerly haunts . . . and to become part of this eclectic, phenomenal bunch of misfits every time you fix a cocktail.” —New York for Beginners “Everyone knows Ernest Hemingway leaves a namesake daiquiri as a legacy but do you know how to make Edgar Allan Poe’s family recipe for eggnog? Or how Jack Kerouac took his margarita? You will after you read this book.” —Forbes “If you’re ready to break new ground with some of the greatest of all time, and enjoy some delicious cocktails in the process, it’s time to crack open this recipe book and start mixing up the secret ingredient to your next masterpiece.” —SPY.com “A fun read for those who like books and an occasional sip.” —Cleveland.comTable of ContentsIntroduction Bar Tools Stocking the Cabinet Buddy Holly’s American Pie Jimi Hendrix’s Purple Haze Janis Joplin’s Southern Nectar Jim Morrison’s Boilermaker Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s Brown Derby Elvis Presley’s Banana Peanut Butter Shot John Lennon’s Brandy Alexander Bob Marley’s Jamaican Irish Moss Freddie Mercury’s Bohemian Vodka Tonic Frank Zappa’s Coffee and Fried Spaghetti Jerry Garcia’s Rum Screwdriver The Ramones’s Tanqueray and Tonic Joe Strummer’s Hard Cider Johnny Cash’s Dark ’n’ Stormy Michael Jackson’s Jesus Juice Simon & Garfunkel’s Vodka Gimlet Amy Winehouse’s Rickstacy Whitney Houston’s Champagne Lemmy Kilmister’s Jack and Coke David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust Bombay Sapphire Martini Prince’s Purple Rain Sangria Chuck Berry’s Orange Blossom Fats Domino’s Heineken and Red Beans Aretha Franklin’s Whiskey Ginger Little Richard’s Tutti Frutti David Lee Roth’s Schlitz Malt Liquor Jerry Lee Lewis’s Whiskey Talkin’ Grace Slick’s Mulled Wine Tina Turner’s Red Wine and Fine Chocolate Neil Diamond’s Love On the Rocks Bob Dylan’s Bourbon Served Neat Carole King’s Champagne Cocktail Paul McCartney’s Clementine Maccarita Mick Jagger’s Tequila Sunrise Roger Waters’s Dark Side of the Moon Beer Cocktail Joni Mitchell’s Lemon Sake Keith Richards’s Nuclear Waste Jimmy Page’s Swig of Jack Diana Ross’s Coffee with Cognac Rod Stewart’s Rum and Coke Eric Clapton’s Vodka Lager Ritchie Blackmore’s Purple Whiskey Pete Townshend’s Rémy Old Fashioned John Fogerty’s Lagerita Carly Simon’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape Debbie Harry’s White Wine Spritzer Cher’s Strawberry Daiquiri Jimmy Buffett’s Margarita Patti Smith’s Americano Elton John’s Johnnie and Lemon Don Henley’s Scotini Ian Anderson’s Screwdriver Donald Fagen’s Piña Colada Alice Cooper’s Velvet Hammer and Tuna Fish Malted for Hangovers Steven Tyler’s Rusty Nail Stevie Nicks’s Rémy Sidecar Ozzy Osbourne’s Breakfast Brandy Hangover Helper Billy Joel’s Soda Highball Gene Simmons’s Milk and Cereal on the Rocks Bruce Springsteen and Clarence Clemons’s Kahuna Punch Billy Gibbons’s The Gibbons Peter Gabriel’s Red Rain Spritzer Suzi Quatro’s Château Margaux Ann Wilson’s White Lightning Sangria Chrissie Hynde’s Talk of the Town Tequila Sting’s Fine Red Wine John Mellencamp’s Big Red Pat Benatar’s Strawberry Italian Soda Cyndi Lauper’s Girls Just Want to Have Organic Wine David Lee Roth’s Schlitz Malt Liquor John Lydon’s Red Stripe Madonna’s Dirty Martini Belinda Carlisle’s Greyhound Joan Jett’s Cherry Ale Susanna Hoffs’s Coffee with Clouds Morrissey’s Peroni Negroni Bono’s Jack on the Rocks The Beach Boys’s Frozen Bahama Mama Kim Deal’s Gin Fizz Jon Bon Jovi’s Hampton Water Rosé Lenny Kravitz’s Dom Pérignon Courtney Love’s Pétrus Eddie Vedder’s Pinot Noir Björk’s All Is Full of Love Spritz Janet Jackson’s Grapefruit Cosmo Three Dog Night’s Mighty Fine Wine and Cheese Chicago’s Saturday Cabernet Epic Rock Clubs to Drink, Dance, and Perform In: CBGB, Whisky A Go Go, and the 100 Club Dave Grohl’s Deer and Beer Gwen Stefani’s Hugo Journey’s Orange Creamsicle AC/DC’s Chocolate Milk Martini Squeeze’s Brandy Sour Fergie’s Fergalicious Shakira’s Green Berry Smoothie Karen O’s Patrón and Tonic Pink’s Jameson McCree Beyoncé’s Armand de Brignac Metallica’s Crown Royal and Ginger Guns n’ Roses’s Vodka Cranberry Lady Gaga’s Jameson Mule Notes

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Book SynopsisInSpirits Distilled, San Francisco World Spirits judge Nat Harry travels the world from Oaxaca to Islay and Okinawa to Louisville to explore the raw ingredients and skilled hands that form the backbone of the world's most popular (and underappreciated) spirits. Filled with maps, photos, infographics, and bottle and cocktail recommendations, Harry approaches spirits by plant, from the ground up.

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Craft delicious, creative mixed drinks using pantry staples with this essential recipe book guaranteed to satiate any cocktail craving. We all want to be the type of host who can put together a tasty meal or a delicious appetizer for unexpected company by creatively using the odds and ends from our pantry or fridge. That same improvisational approach can be applied to home bartending with impressive (and tasty!) results. Knowing how to enlist the everyday basics cluttering up your kitchen, like condiments, jams, pickles, and sauces, means you can craft inventive, flavorful cocktails on the fly, satisfying cravings and fulfilling your guest’s requests. Pantry Cocktails is an organized, easy-to-follow guide that not only includes cocktail recipes but accompanying themed food boards (such as The Warming Hut Board inspired by New Mexico flavors), helpful tips and hacks, and useful pantry suggestions. Recipes include: -A Sushi Mary with the wasabi and white miso pastes in your fridge (from that sushi delivery last week) -A Basil-Cello Frosecco or Ginger-Orange Shrub Shandy from your garden -Off-Season Bellini using peaches from your cupboard You will learn which key bottled spirits to keep in your liquor cabinet, which fridge and cupboard staples you can repurpose, and how to use seasonal herbs from your patio or garden to create outstanding cocktails that are sure to satisfy and impress.

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Book SynopsisEmbrace the magic of tarot and perfectly match the cards with mixed drinks in this beautifully illustrated bar book.“Don’t take advice from tequila, that’s the tarot’s job.” Tarot & Tequila is a positive and spiritually uplifting guide that includes both basic and humorous tequila-inspired meanings of all 78 tarot cards that both beginners and experienced tarot card readers will relate to. Featuring 40 cocktail recipes—one for each Major Arcana card plus bonus Minor Arcana drinks, too—based on the attributes of the cards themselves, as well as a mystical pairing that explains why professional tarot card reader David Ross chose to pair each card to their respective drink, this magical mixology book can be used as both a guide and a recipe book. Try drinks like: -The High Priestess, an elixir of tequila, lemon juice, thyme, and seltzer -The Chariot, a tequila version of a Moscow Mule, with lemon, beet, and apple juices -The Four of Wands, a positive concoction of rum, homemade fennel liqueur, and more Perfect for fans of drinking, bartending, and tarot alike, this beautifully illustrated book makes both a perfect gift and a must-have addition to any home bar.

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Book SynopsisIt’s been a century since the prohibition sent Americans scurrying to speakeasies. And decades since the movie industry turned mobsters into celebrities. Now the two worlds collide in this highly original pocket-sized collection that creates signature cocktails for gangsters of every stripe. There’s the “Al Capone,” a mixture of rye and Campari that’s as charming and dangerous as its namesake. The “Bonnie Parker” adds Chicory Pecan Bitters to the whiskey Bonnie enjoyed when she wasn’t lobbing bottles out the window of her getaway car. There’s even the Stephanie St Clair, a cocktail with Caribbean rum that’s as smooth as she was. Famous characters from much-loved recent tv series including The Sopranos, Peaky Blinders, and Boardwalk Empire are seen alongside iconic roles from classic films such as The Godfather, Goodfellas, Scarface, and Miller’s Crossing. These fictional fiends are accompanied by the infamous real- life mobsters they’re based on. Each is illustrated by acclaimed comic book artist Shawn McManus. Whether you’re a budding mixologist or gearing up to watch The Godfather, this handy book provides the perfect blend of slick recipes and popular culture.

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Book SynopsisAstrology, tarot, palmistry, and other spiritual arts are having a moment—and that includes the spirits we enjoy during cocktail hour. With this deeply researched collection of intoxicating treats, readers will be able to mix a drink that reflects their interests and satisfies their curiosity. Over the course of five chapters, the authors map out esoteric philosophies that have fuelled the dark arts of their times. Each recipe is presented in a double-page spread that includes an engaging history, clear instructions, and original photography. Curious about druids? Try the Oak and Mistletoe, reminiscent of ancient European forests. Into voodoo? Enjoy a citrusy rum cocktail that’s finished with Peychaud’s bitters from an infamous New Orleans apothecary. If vodka’s your jam try the Devil’s Daughter, which pays tribute to England’s most famous prophetess, Mother Shipton. More than just a collection of recipes, this dive into the occult tells you everything you need to stock your bar and kitchen with, while offering compelling background information on natural ingredients, botany, herbs, and spices—all points of interests that connect the cocktail enthusiast and the practitioner of magic. Whether you’re serious about cocktails or the occult—or just getting acquainted with either one—this ingenious blend of mixology and magic will add a drop of mystery to every drink you make.

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Book SynopsisDressed to Swill contains sixty original cocktail recipes inspired by style icons from the 20th century to today, including fashion designers, models, photographers, stylists, influencers, and more. Karl Lagerfeld’s tipple is made for royalty: it’s similar to a Kir Royale, but brings in the velvety flavors of raspberry and vanilla. The Kim Kardashian is sensuous, flavorful, and as unsubtly delicious as its subject. Lizzo’s cocktail is a strawberry-rhubarb sparkler certain to fill you with joy. From Alexa Chung and André Leon Talley to Coco Chanel and RuPaul, there’s a flavor to fit every mood, be it avant-garde, glamourous, rebellious, or little-black-dressy. Engaging biographies explore each person’s contributions to the field of fashion, and the illustrations are sprinkled with fun details about their lives. In addition, readers can learn how to stock their bar with basic equipment, glassware, foundational spirits, and easy-to-source ingredients that can turn a basic drink into a runway-worthy libation. Perfect for birthdays, watch parties, girls’ nights in—as well as for Instagram—this book makes finding the right cocktail as exciting and surprising as shopping for a pair of shoes to complete your look.

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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 SynopsisThe author of Free the Tipple is back with another collection of delectable cocktails-this time a literary mix inspired by the world's most iconic women writers. The fifty recipes in this volume are as unconventional, imaginative, and refreshing as the authors that inspired them. Each double-page spread includes an illustration of one important woman writer along with fascinating background about her oeuvre, personality, and points of literary distinction. And, of course, each profile is paired with a delicious recipe for a fitting cocktail. Pulling from every category-literary and genre fiction, poetry, graphic novels, essays and nonfiction- this book offers some surprising twists as well as old favorites. While each subject could provide hours of cocktail chatter, the recipes themselves are also a unique conversation starter: the Virginia Woolf-a peach-and-mint creation with a modernist flair; the Octavia Butler-an uncompromising blend featuring bourbon and port; the Jia Tolentino-a purple sparkler that puts a cerebral twist on pop culture; and the Mary Shelley-an unexpected combination of the Manhattan and the Margarita. Perfect for literary-themed parties as well as intimate gatherings, this book itself is an intoxicating, lip-loosening brew made of equal parts sophistication and fun.

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Book SynopsisCategory Is: Cocktails! features original recipes for 60 cocktails and zero-proof drinks, alongside beautifully-rendered illustrations and profiles of the personalities who inspired them. The drag legends here run the gamut: designers, dancers, comedians, community activists, contortionists, Emmy winners, and Broadway actors. The book includes drag's big names, such as stars of reality TV show RuPaul's Drag Race Kim Chi, Trixie Mattel, and Latrice Royale, to scene stalwarts Divine and Peaches Christ, to international performers like Pabllo Vittar and Pangina Healsas well as culturally significant figures, like vaudevillian king Annie Hindle and activist Stormé DeLarverie. While the drinks in most drag bars could easily fuel a transatlantic flight, this collection puts forth a radical thought: drag performers and their fans deserve better. The tipples here are equal parts delicious and quirky, featuring unusual but easily-sourced ingredients. Along with strai

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Book SynopsisThis book - researched and authored by recognised rum expert Pascal Kählin - offers a comprehensive overview of a wide range of different rums and the most important places of production around the world. The evolution of rum is closely tied to the cultural history and prevalence of sugar. As a comprehensive guide, Rum - Rhum - Ron discusses and classifies different rum brands and portrays important distilleries in image and texts, detailing their history, local variations and particularities. This 'atlas of rum' tells rum's story and its rise from sailor's drink to collector's item - a compendium for experts and anyone with an interest in spirits.

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Book SynopsisDaniel Staub, the creative mind behind several bars and speakeasies in Zurich and author of the bartending blog 'The Pouring Tales' is on a mission to find and portray the most innovative and passionate bartenders from all across the globe - the true artists of modern mixology. Over the past few years, he has visited countless bars all around the world and formed friendships with many of the talented individuals who work there. Resulting from his extensive travels and research into the global nightlife scene, Mixing Cosmopolitans is a travel diary, a bar guide, and a recipe book all in one. Yet in the spotlight, first and foremost, are the people who breathe new, often unconventional, life into the art of hospitality and who in this book share their own personal path to finding their passion in bartending. Presenting twenty-one personal, beautifully illustrated portraits of bartenders and their bars along with the recipes for their signature cocktails, Mixing Cosmopolitans offers a compelling look into a constantly evolving scene and art form.

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Book SynopsisWith this handy guide, you can make drinks, whether fancy or easy, classic or modern, that will fit any occasion. Following the detailed instructions of skilled bartenders, everyone will be able to duplicate these 260 recipes at home. The recipes are divided into four different themes: evergreen cocktails (such as the Hugo and Tequila Sunrise), happy hour (such as the Beethoven and Margarita), after-dinner (such the Alexander and B-52), and trendy cocktails. For each drink, the book offers readers the perfect proportions of ingredients, the best techniques, and the nutritional information about calories and alcohol content.

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Book SynopsisAnthologin is the product of a fortuitous encounter that brought together Samuele Ambrosi, an internationally renowned, multi-award-winning barman with a stellar résumé, Maurizio Maestrelli, esteemed journalist and author of several books on beer and spirits, and Serena Conti, fine illustrator and designer whose collaborations have extended far beyond Italy's borders. It tells the fascinating story of gin, that most popular of spirits whose long, seductive history transcends aromas and flavour, technical traits and production systems. It's a story brimming with fascinating anecdotes on gin's origins and evolution, political and economic influences, and episodes involving famous figures. And it is this “behind the scenes” knowledge that renders every sip of gin so special, realisations that help us better appreciate the rebirth of mixology and the revived interest in gin. Today you hold the definitive gin guide in your hands. Table of ContentsThe history of gin Botanicals The art of distillation Gin rules 100 not-to-miss gins

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Book Synopsis“Is this the most important book ever written on psychedelic mixed drinks? Almost certainly. High Cocktails is written with academic rigour, caution, expert insight and the mixological mastery of some of the very best bartenders and chefs in the world, all packaged in a gorgeously photographed book fit for every coffee table. Whether or not you know your kratom from your kanna, or your blue lotus from your ayahuasca, this is the book for you: it is quite simply the future of drinking.” - Philip Duff, award-winning, head of spirits & cocktail engagement and education with Liquid Solutions, Chief Genever Officer for Old Duff Genever High Cocktails is the first book to bring together 20 alcohol-free psychoactive cocktail recipes, developed by chefs Noah Tucker and Anthony Joseph, in collaboration with four of the world's top mixologists. Featuring exclusive research into some of the world's most interesting psychoactive plants and the alchemy involved in making cocktails with these ingredients. A team of media makers, in collaboration with chefs Noah and Tony, started a project called High Cuisine a few years ago, where chefs cook with legal, mind-altering herbs such as weed, truffles and kratom. This led to the cookbook of the same name and a TV series. Now in collaboration with The Bulldog, the landmark coffee shop in Amsterdam, a new trajectory has started with the development of alcohol-free cocktails that get you high: high cocktails!Table of ContentsPresenting High Cocktails A Word from the Team What’s Your Poison? 12,000 years of High Drinks Mixologists & Recipes Let’s Get Down to Drinking Spirit Plants A Taste of Mind-Altering Plants Just a Dash Pick-Me-Ups, with a Twist Too Much of a Good Thing Dosage Do’s & Don’ts The Art & Science of Getting High Entourage Effects, Combinations & Safety Last Call The Last Word

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Book SynopsisWith inputs from the most talented bartenders across the country, who strongly believe that 'Drinking is an art and requires practice to know how to drink, what to drink and when to drink' this book lets you join their elusive club to mix the most visually stunning drinks!

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Book SynopsisIn his second book for the connoisseur of whiskies and spirits, whisky expert and enthusiast Fernand Daquin has gathered 43 amusing, surprising, and memorable anecdotes about the most beautiful and luxurious bottles of whiskey he has encountered. For almost 40 years, he has been travelling through this wonderful whisky world, in search of the most striking stories and images. At close to 400 pages, with enticing illustrations, he shares these stories in his own engaging style, offering the ideal entertainment for the reader with a glass of whisky in hand.

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Book SynopsisRaise a toast to one of television’s greatest series with distinctive cocktails inspired by the iconic moments and legendary characters of The Sopranos.Now it’s easier than ever to craft killer cocktails sure to make the family proud. Featuring 60 classic recipes, The Sopranos: The Official Cocktail Book will have your whole crew sipping in style. This officially licensed collection includes drinks inspired by everyone from Tony and Junior Soprano to Chris Moltisanti, Paulie, Carmela, Doctor Melfi, and more-plus step-by-step instructions, bartender tips, and beautiful full-color photography-making it an essential addition to every wise guy’s bar cart or bookshelf. 60 RECIPES: Containing a varied roster of drinks from all corners of the series, The Sopranos: The Official Cocktail Book is a must-have, comprehensive guide for... this thing of ours. FOR ALL RANKS: Detailed, step-by-step instructions

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Book SynopsisOf all the gin joints, in all the towns, in all the world . . . not one is better than hosting at home.

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Book SynopsisBring a little joie de vivre to your next gathering with this irresistible collection of cocktail recipes, inspired by the hugely popular Netflix series. Sip your way through Paris with 50+ recipes for drinks, from classic cocktails to contemporary non-alcoholic refreshers. Enjoy a taste of Emily’s glamorous life with favorites such as the Sancerre Breakfast Wine Cocktail and the Champagne Spray. Stir up classic French staples such as the French 75 and the Boulevardier, or imbibe with new nonalcoholic twists on old favorites. Featuring lavish photos from the show, fan-favorite quotes; and tips for throwing cocktail fêtes, viewing parties, and drinking games, fans of Emily in Paris, Francophiles, and home bartenders alike can celebrate the hit series and French culture with this must-have cocktail book. 50+ RECIPES INSPIRED BY EMILY IN PARIS: With a broad selection of French classics, elegant wine cocktails, fan-inspired drinks, and more, The Official Emily in Paris Cocktail Book celebrates classic and contemporary libations inspired by the Netflix series RECIPES FOR EVERY OCCASION: Whether you’re shaking up nonalcoholic sippers perfect for the beaches of Southern France, stirring together a batch of punch for a watch party, or pouring pitchers of brunch margs for the gals, The Official Emily in Paris Cocktail Book is a priceless guide to entertaining and imbibing for every occasion NOT JUST COCKTAILS: Includes tasty mocktail recipes as well. THE FIRST OFFICIAL EMILY IN PARIS COCKTAIL GUIDE: The only cocktail volume with recipes officially from the set of Emily in Paris. The perfect gift for the Emily in Paris fan in your life INSPIRING IMAGES: Filled with beautiful full-color photography of the drinks to help ensure success

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