Spirits, liqueurs and cocktails Books

Book SynopsisIn this new, expanded edition of Vintage Spirits and Forgotten Cocktails—issued for the 100th Anniversary of National Prohibition—historian, expert, and drink aficionado Ted Haigh, aka Dr. Cocktail vastly widens his examination of 1920–1933, the thirteen-year period when women got the Vote, child labor was abolished and, ironically, saw the cocktail elevated, prolonged, and expanded, spreading this signature American drink form in tasty ripples around the world. All this, plus more drink recipes!Nothing is so desired as the thing denied. Prohibition made people want cocktails very, very badly. Because "synthetic" liquor was the easiest to make, it was also the easiest to get. Problematically, it tasted awful and wasn't exactly good for you either. Cocktails with their mélange of flavors were a made-to-order method for disguising the bad hooch. Along with 100+ rare and delicious authentic recipes gathered from old cocktail manuals and scraps of paper never published, this illustrated trip down mixology lane tells the fascinating origins of the cocktail and how it evolved over time, including its rising popularity during Prohibition. Vintage illustrations and advertisements, photos of old bottles and cocktail artifacts, and fascinating Prohibition-era photographs bring the tippling past back to vivid life. Recipes for rare treasures like The Fogcutter, Knickerbocker à la Monsieur, The Moscow Mule, and Satan’s Whiskers are each presented with: Historical background on its origin and cultural context Drink Notes that provide additional information on ingredients and tips for substitutions and variations Fascinating historical ephemera from Dr. Cocktail's personal collection This homage to the great bartenders of the past and the beverages they created also profiles some of the most influential cocktail pioneers of today. For anyone who enjoys an icy drink and an unforgettable tale, this is a must-have volume.Table of ContentsPreface Introduction: Greetings, Cocktail Archaeologists! The Origins of the Cocktail The Centennial of Prohibition Cocktail Archaeology: A Trip Down Mixology Lane RECIPESNon-Alcoholic Prohibition Cocktails Strawberry Cocktail Cantaloupe Cocktail Punch Iced Orange Coffee Superior Grape Juice Raspberry Shrub Frozen Fruit Punch Florida Punch Fruit Punch Fiji Frappe Temperance Punch Meridian Mansions Punch Fruit Swizzle Congressional Club Punch Concord Float Cream Orange Pineapple Cream Illegal Prohibition Cocktails 1920 Pick-Me-Up Attack Cocktail Barton Special Between the Sheets The Bunny Hug The Byrrh Cocktail Cameron’s Kick Careless Love C.F.H. Cocktail Cuban Bacardi Cocktail De Rigueur Cocktail Diabola Cocktail Eagle’s Dream Dorothy Gish Cocktail Eve’s Apple Green Fizz Greenbriar Cocktail Gringo Killer The Hell Raiser The I.B.F. Pick-Me-Up Jamaica Glow The Last Word Legion Cocktail The Lightner Special Little Devil Cocktail Littlest Rebel Cocktail The Peacherino Prohibition Cocktail Quaker’s Cocktail Quarantine Cocktail The Red Flag The Pussyfoot Cocktail Reform Cocktail The Revolving Door The Ritz Millionaire The Rising Sun Stop Your Snuffling Now The Tanglefoot The Third Rail Thunderclap Truro Pick-Me-Up Two Broken Legs Volstead Cocktails Twelve Miles Out Ward Eight The Wayne Wheeler Wine Cup Cocktails Redux The Alamagoozlum Cocktail The Algonquin Cocktail The Amarosa Cocktail Arnaud’s Special Cocktail The Avenue The Aviation Barbara West Cocktail Barnum (Was Right) Cocktail The Bebbo Cocktail The Blackthorn Cocktail The Blinker Blood and Sand The Blue Moon Blue Paradise The Boulevardier The Brandy Crusta The Brooklyn Cocktail The Calvados Cocktail Chatham Hotel Special The Coffee Cocktail The Communist The Corpse Reviver #2 Crimean Cup à la Marmora Curaçao Punch The Delicious Sour The Derby Diki-Diki Cocktail Doctor Cocktail East India Cocktail Fairbank Cocktail The Filmograph Cocktail Fish House Punch The Flying Dutchman The Fogcutter Fogcutter (Early) The Ford Cocktail The Fred Collins Fiz The French 75 The Georgia Mint Julep Golden Dawn Hanky Panky Have a Heart Cocktail Honeymoon Cocktail The Income Tax Cocktail The Jack Rose Cocktail The Japalac Cocktail Jasper’s Jamaican Planter’s Punch The Jupiter Cocktail Knickerbocker à la Monsieur La Floridita Daiquiri Leatherneck Cocktail The Liberal The Lion’s Tail Lucien Gaudin Cocktail Mamie Taylor Milk Punch The Millionaire The Modernista The Monkey Gland The Moscow Mule The Mother-in-Law Cocktail Palm Beach Special Park Avenue Cocktail Pegu Club Cocktail The Pendennis Cocktail Picon Punch Pink Gin Ritz Sidecar The Rose Royal Bermuda Yacht Club Cocktail Saint Croix Rum Fix Satan’s Whiskers Cocktail The Scofflaw The Secret Cocktail The Seelbach Cocktail Seventh Heaven The Soother Soyer au Champagne The Straits Sling Three to One Cocktail Twelve Mile Limit The Twentieth Century Cocktail The Vesper Vieux Carré Cocktail Vowel Cocktail The Widow’s Kiss Don the Beachcomber’s Zombie APPENDIX Pioneers of the Forgotten Cocktail Bibliography Afterword About the Author Index

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Book Synopsis A delightful drinks book for couples, Kindred Spirits serves up 40 cocktail recipes to enjoy with your sweetie, 40+ photos, and creative date ideas that will add some spirited fun to your love life.From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes take date night to the next level. Organized by type of date-from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more-these indulgent cocktails for two include:- Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion. - StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park. - Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie. Lush photography sets the mood while sidebars offer memorable date activities - like Arts & Craft & Sip Night and Couchella - a bucket list for couples, a roundup of best rom-coms, a sexy play

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Book SynopsisPour yourself the perfect drink-or make a round for your guests.Making drinks at home has never been easier. In this guide to the perennial favorites and forgotten classics, YouTube''s favorite Aussie mixologist Steve the Bartender shows you how to craft cocktails with ease. Approachable and unpretentious instructions ensure that every drink is simple and delicious. - Guidance on building a home bar, from the essential spirits to mixing equipment and glassware- 125 curated drink recipes for every occasion, from Manhattans to Mai Tais. - Photographs of every recipe and integrated QR codes linking to videos of Steve preparing each drink.

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Book SynopsisSip sweet libations worthy of the Gods with these Greek myth–inspired concoctions based on all your favorite Gods and Goddesses.Care for Hestia’s Old Fashioned? Want to fall in love with Eros on the Beach? How about the Bacchic Muddled Maenad sangria, topped with a blood orange; or maybe a Labooze of Heracles—made with plenty of strong whiskey? In Nectar of the Gods, you can sip Greek mythology-themed drinks while you enjoy your favorite ancient tales (or mythological retellings) with this collection of delicious and fun cocktails written by Liv Albert, host of the popular podcast Let’s Talk About Myths, Baby!. Now you can discover new creations along with all your favorites and drink like the God or Goddess you know you are.Trade Review“Nectar of the Gods is cheeky, fun, and educational.” —Rachel Smythe, creator of Lore Olympus“In Nectar of the Gods, Liv Albert combines classics with cocktails to create a delightful book packed with delectable recipes for drinks worthy of the gods. Each cocktail is tailor-made for the most notable characters of Greek mythology with exquisite attention to detail—so you can learn as you drink (though some of them pack quite a punch, so it’s possible you might need to reread when sober!). Liv writes with wonderful wit and boundless knowledge, and the illustrations by Sara Richard are utterly dazzling. It’s an essential purchase for myth-loving cocktail drinkers everywhere, and a perfect companion to Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook.” —Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne“Would the ancient Greek gods have drunk cocktails if they had the chance? Liv Albert knows these wily deities very well, and the answer is a resounding yes. Teaming up with Thea Engst, who brings her creative flair for cocktail recipes, and Sara Richard, who draws divine illustrations, ensures this book is a heady experience on the page and by the kylix. A beautiful example of classical reception that combines exploring the stories of the goddesses and gods with a deep sense of fun.” —Dr. G and Dr. Rad, cohosts of The Partial Historians podcast“Praise Dionysus! Nectar of the Gods is a stunning treasure! Filled with wit, wisdom, humor, and Albert’s incredible storytelling, this is an unmissable treat for mythology fans. And the cocktail illustrations and recipes will make you want to both frame pages and bookmark them for your next party.” —Genn McMenemy, co-creator of the Ancient History Fangirl podcast“Who says a recipe book can’t also be a page-turner? This is both a hilarious sourcebook of Greek mythology and a very inventive cocktail recipe book all in one. The recipes are engaging for both beginner and experienced bartenders, and are sure to impress at any party—not to mention delicious. But the descriptions make this book truly stand out. Written with Albert’s signature humor and depth of expertise, Nectar of the Gods is highly entertaining—with captivating illustrations that make this book very hard to put down.” —Jenny Williamson, co-creator of the Ancient History Fangirl podcast“Nectar of the Gods shakes up traditional cocktail books with stunning visuals and delicious deities. For anyone who loves to drink up facts about mythology and mixology, this is a must-add to your library. You just have to decide if it lives in your bookshelves or on your bar cart.” —Emily Edwards, author and creator of the Fuckbois of Literature podcast“Liv has once again brought her signature mixture of wit and grace to another volume soaked in Greek myth, providing a much-needed tonic for a world in need of a good stiff drink. What impresses most is her ability to keep every recipe fresher than rosy-fingered dawn arising from her bed, with each page turn providing further delight to each of our earthly senses. The end result is a catalog that Homer himself would be proud of, and a drinks list to make even Dionysus blush. Come for the mythology and stay for the beautiful illustrations that raise your soul to Olympus and beyond. Tonight we drink in Hellas!” —Ben, of Classical Studies Memes for Hellenistic Teens“Indulgent is the perfect word to describe this gorgeously illustrated book with cocktails for all palates. The perfect accompaniment for a night in with a good mythology book (or podcast)!” —Leesa Charlotte, co-creator of the Sweetbitter podcast“This gorgeously illustrated, delightfully fun book of cocktails is the delicious nectar of the gods itself! Having made Hera’s Hurricane and Bright-Eyed Athena, I cannot wait to try all of the recipes in this beautiful book with my fellow Greek myth–loving friends!” —Nikita Gill, poet and author of Great Goddesses: Life Lessons from Myths and Monsters“Legendary cocktail recipes.” —Bar Business Magazine"Drink like Dionysus with this new cocktail book." —Mental Floss"Rich with wit and tasty concoctions." —The City Magazine"This book really has it all...delicious cocktails, entertaining stories about ancient Greece, clever instructions for creating the cocktails, and lovely illustrations. It’s a book that would be a wonderful addition to any home bar or a fabulous gift for any bartender." —Pamela Kramer"The most creative cocktail book." —City Lifestyle Phoenix

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Book SynopsisDiscover why rum is fast becoming the hottest spirit in the world right now with this essential companion from bestselling author and master mixologist Tristan Stephenson. The Curious Bartender’s Guide to Rum explores rum’s remarkable history from its humble origins to its status as life-blood of the Royal Navy and its love affair with Cuba. Discover its darker past, with tales of devils, pirates and its reputation as the revolutionary spirit. Now this fabled drink is in the midst of another revolution, transforming from uninspiring grog to premium product. Barrel-aged dark varieties are leading the charge and poised to attract existing Bourbon fans while the cocktail Renaissance that began in the early 2000s has recently expanded to include tiki and non-tiki rum cocktails. Is this entertaining primer you’ll learn how rum is made, from the science of sugar cane and molasses to distillation and unique ageing techniques. Next, Tristan’s unrivalled mixology skills will help you master jazzed-up versions of the Mai Tai and Mojito, perfect a Planter’s Punch and keep you on trend with Brazil’s famous Caipirinha and Batida cocktails, made with rum’s sister spirit, cachaça. Let the rum revolution begin!

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Book Synopsis''From a Bloody Mary to a Death Flip, each recipe is easy to follow and comes with a detailed description and facts of the drink. The handy book lets you navigate by base spirit, flavour and style so it's ideal for those who know what kind of mix they want to learn.'' The Evening Standard, The 10 Best Cocktails Books. Welcome to The Periodic Table of Cocktails! Instead of hydrogen to helium, here you''ll find mojitos to martinis - 106 classic cocktails arranged following the logical ordering of The Periodic Table of Elements.Find your favourite cocktail in the table and discover new cocktails to try - all the cocktails in the same column and immediately to the left or right all share characteristics - flavours, methods and styles you''ll enjoy.See how the most popular cocktails - new and old - were dreamed up, learn how these cocktails are made, how to order them and, most crucially, how to enjoy them at their best. Plus find out more delicious concoc

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Book SynopsisWith 50 gin-based cocktail recipes – from classics to contemporary twists – this is a must-have for anyone Gin the Mood for a good time. Ah gin, how we love you. Lifter of spirits, enhancer of vibes, reliever of stress and instigator of stimulating conversations; where would we be without your reassuringly delicious qualities? And the best thing about gin? There's never not a good time to enjoy a gin cocktail, whether it's a restorative Corpse Reviver to shake off the hangover, a perfectly mixed G&T to sip at a leisurely lunch, a pre-prandial Negroni to whet the appetite, or a bone-dry Martini to enjoy as a night-cap. Gin the Mood showcases some of the most superlative examples—it's a celebration of the gin cocktail in its myriad forms. From the aforementioned classics to cutting-edge concoctions like the elderflower-infused Space Gin Smash, the 50 examples proffered here are must-tries for any self-respecting ginthusiast. Are you sitting comfortably? Then let us drink gin.

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Book SynopsisWith more than 40 vodka-based cocktail recipes – from classics to contemporary twists – this is a must-have bar companion for anyone who enjoys their vodka. Vodka makes the ideal base for a cocktail and is perhaps the most mixable and useful spirit behind any bar. Its clean and neutral taste pairs with most flavours, from sweet to sour, fruity to spicy, and creates delicious possibilities for every drinking occasion. Try a restorative Bloody Mary with breakfast, a perfectly mixed Cosmopolitan to sip at a leisurely lunch, a pre-dinner Vodka Martini to whet your appetite, or a Black Russian enjoyed as a night-cap. This perfect companion to your home bar showcases the most popular vodka drinks, plus offers up some surprises, and is a celebration of the cocktail in its myriad forms. From the retro charm of a Harvey Wallbanger to that icon of the modern drinking scene, the Espresso Martini, the recipes included here are must-tries for any vodka-drinker.

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Book SynopsisFor a long time vodka has been more than just Russia and Poland's national drink. From Asia and Great-Britain to the United States: this fire water has conquered the world and is now the most sold spirit internationally. The term 'fire water' refers to its most distinguishable quality: a neutral spirit, without smell and with a pure taste. It turned vodka also into a bar-tender's best friend and the basis of every Cosmopolitan, Moscow Mule or Bloody Mary. Vodka - The Complete Guide tells the whole story, from the origin and production method to an overview of the numerous vodka brands and the most delicious cocktails. The book also teaches you the best way to enjoy it to the fullest.

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Book Synopsis'A handbook of classic cocktails essential to every host's repertoire' VogueWant to master the art of mixology from home?Of all the skills you might acquire in life, learning how to make exquisite cocktails is the least likely to be a waste of your time.In this classic guide to cocktailing, writer, columnist and founder of 'The Spirits' newsletter - "a book club but for cocktails" - Richard Godwin offers over 200 delicious, inventive and accessible recipes.Beautifully written, laugh-out-loud funny and full of practical good sense as well as fascinating historical snippets, this little book contains everything that an amateur needs to up their cocktailing game - and increase the sum of human happiness.'Simple to navigate and fun to read, it's the only book I reach for on a Friday evening. The weekend starts here.' Felicity Cloake'I truly love this book. No one writes about drinks like Richard Godwin - I enjoy his prose as much as anything in the glass.' Marina Hyde'The best, most elegant and most sparkling' cocktail book' EsquireTrade Reviewthe best, most elegant, and most sparkling of such books on my shelf at the moment is Richard Godwin's The Spirits: A Guide to Modern Cocktailing. It's one thing to mix drinks, but another to know their joy by heart, and the author serves up truths like the veritable philosopher of the art form. Not many books, and certainly not the Bible, can offer to save your marriage, but The Spirits might do that and a little more. * Andrew O'Hagan, Esquire *Simple to navigate and fun to read, it's the only book I reach for on a Friday evening. The weekend starts here. * Felicity Cloake *I truly love this book. No one writes about drinks like Richard Godwin - I enjoy his prose as much as anything in the glass. * Marina Hyde *Richard is a charming and fantastically engaging guide, and this marvellous book captures all that great and glamorous about drinking well-made drinks. * Sathnam Sanghera *The Spirits is debonair, indispensable and easy enough to use after a few. * Damian Barr *

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Book SynopsisThere’s a basic cocktail formula for building a bar that is anything but ordinary. Spirit + Sugar + Acidity/Bitterness = Tasty Cocktail Instead of drawing on esoteric bottles of liquor, complicated syrups, and obscure sodas, this book takes readers through the home bar bottle by bottle, ensuring that every ingredient is versatile enough to be used to the last drop. Building on a very basic cocktail pantry (of Angostura bitters, sugar, citrus), each chapter thoughtfully introduces a new bottle and explains how it opens new possibilities for cocktails. Each chapter builds on the one before, so readers never encounter recipes calling for unfamiliar spirits or ingredients. RAISING THE BAR allows readers to set their own pace and maximize the usefulness of the spirits they bring home. This book will be a go-to reference for the home bartender that is practical enough for the day-to-day and special enough for a party. With handsome graphics and a smart focus on what’s already in stock, it’s what home mixologists can turn to when they want creative and delightful drinks without a bar cart full of single-use bottles.

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Book SynopsisBreak open the cocktail cabinet to prepare rye and bourbon cocktails with this deck of mixologist favourites. Whether you lean more towards an Old Fashioned or a fruitier classic like a Whiskey Sour, there is no doubt whiskey is the foundation of some truly great cocktails. Without it we wouldn't have the Manhattan, the Boulevardier, or the Rob Roy. The Cocktail Cabinet: Whiskey distils the best of the spirits with 50 cards that feature recipes for any mood, whether you'd like to get serious with a Sazerac or enjoy a simple Rusty Nail. With something for every palette, get ready to shake, mix and stir your way through some whiskey classics. 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 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 SynopsisI romped through Why Mummy Drinks at Christmas', and I absolutely adored it' Jilly CooperTis' the season to get trollied!Mummy has always loved Christmas. Sure, the kids turn into demons, the dinner gets burnt to a crisp and Aunt Louisa's general staggering inappropriateness sends Mummy reaching for the nearest maximum-strength festive tipple, but nevertheless, for her, Christmas is always special.This year, she wants nothing more than to perfectly fig up the pudding and sit by the fire reading aloud from A Christmas Carol to a rapt, rosy-cheeked audience. But, just like all Mummy's best-laid plans, this year's Festive Vision is in danger of being totally derailed by her chaotic family. There's not much chance of any action under the mistletoe, and the kids are just not playing ball.Can Mummy find her silver lining after all and bring the whole family together for one moment of harmony, so they can finally proclaim Verily You Are the Queen of Christmas'? Or should she get stuck into the festive spirits and just let it all go?Trade Review‘Such a great writer’ Jilly Cooper

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Book SynopsisSlow Drinks teaches home cooks, industry pros, homebrewers, and foragers how to transform botanical ingredients – whether foraged or purchased from the store – into incredibly unique beverages and cocktails.Organised by season, Slow Drinks demonstrates how to make drinks that tell a story of botany, history, culture, and terroir, while honouring beverage traditions both old and new. Each season will highlight eight new ingredients with recipes that build on a basics chapter and teach readers how to interchangeably use master recipes to make their own meads, country wines, beers, sodas, tinctures, shrubs, and more. Beautifully photographed by the author’s wife, Katie Childs, and illustrated by Molly Reader, Slow Drinks will be the definitive botanist’s guide to mixology that can live in your basket on a foraging trip, or on the coffee table as a conversation piece. This book is for bartenders, do-it-yourselfers, foodies, homesteaders, homebrewers, food activists, and anyone looking to dive into the world of botanical drink making.

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Book SynopsisAs satisfying as a tumbler of single malt on a rainy afternoon, this spectacular tour across the Scottish landscape shows how the country's premier whisky-makers are creating exquisite beverages using new models of responsible stewardship for their five-hundred-year-old industry. Horst A. Friedrichs and Stuart Husband are masters of visual storytelling, plumbing their subjects' sumptuous depths with arresting photography and evocative texts. Now they turn their attention to scotch whisky, undertaking a road trip of 8,000 miles across Scotland to understand the world's obsession with this iconic elixir. Each distillery is introduced with Husband's engaging texts and illustrated with Friedrich's luscious photographs of the people who work there, the breathtaking scenery, the machinery, barrels, fields, grains, copper, and glassware that go into making fine scotch. They travel from Springbank distillery in Campbeltown via the Isle of Harris to Ardbeg on the Isle of Islay; they travers

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Book SynopsisBig Tequila is the ultimate guide to the rich cultural heritage, history, and makers of this legendary spirit.Immerse yourself in Mexican tradition and learn the essential role that mezcal and tequila have played in this country''s history and identity. Offering a detailed account of the transformation of agave into tequila, this book delves into the traditional methods used to produce tequila and the various techniques that have developed over the years. Uncover the renowned mezcal and tequila distilleries that have developed these world-class spirits over the years.Inside you''ll find: A collection of 75 distillery profiles 25 interviews with distillers and industry experts Detailed tasting notes 50 delicious cocktail recipes An in-depth overview of the history of mezcal and tequila A rundown of the industry beyond Mexico Featuring stunning photography and engaging stories, this

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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 SynopsisTop 4 Finalist for the Best New Cocktail or Bartending Book in Tales of the Cocktail Foundation's 17th Annual Spirited Awards.This updated edition contains more than 400 classic and contemporary craft cocktail recipes, paired with exceptional writing and the authoritative voice of The New York Times.Cocktail hour is one of America’s most popular pastimes and a favorite way to entertain. What better place to find the secrets of craft cocktails than The New York Times? Steve Reddicliffe, the “Quiet Drink” columnist for The Times, brings his signature voice and expertise to this collection of delicious recipes from bartenders from around the world, with a special emphasis on New York City.This informative guide includes: Classics such as the Martini, Manhattan, Old Fashioned, and Negroni, served both straight up and with modern twists New imaginative favorites inspired by the craft-distilling boom Auxiliary recipes for signature ingredients, including brandied cherries and brown-butter bourbon, plus recipes for cordials, shrubs, bitters, and more New chapters on non-alcoholic drinks, bourbon cocktails, and vermouth cocktails A complete guide to home entertaining, setting up your personal bar, and how to build your own cocktail encyclopedia Engaging essays from the biggest names in cocktail writing Original interviews with ten bartenders and spirits professionals, including Ivy Mix of Leyenda in Brooklyn, Sother Teague of Amor y Amargo in Manhattan, and Victoria Eady Butler, master blender of Uncle Nearest bourbon Reddicliffe has carefully curated this essential collection, with memorable writing from famed New York Times journalists like Craig Claiborne, Toby Cecchini, Eric Asimov, Rosie Schaap, Robert Simonson, Melissa Clark, William L. Hamilton, Jonathan Miles, Amanda Hesser, William Grimes, and many more. Discover over 400 recipes and the wit and wisdom of decades of this venerable paper’s best cocktail coverage.

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Book SynopsisNew introduction by Ian Rankin_________________________________________‘One of the most playful and entertaining writers of our generation’ Val McDermid, Guardian In an absorbing voyage as interesting to non-drinkers as to true whisky connoisseurs, sci-fi and literary author Iain Banks explores the rich heritage of Scottish whisky, from the most famous distilleries to the most obscure operations. Whisky is more than a drink: it's a culture that binds together people, places and products far across Scotland's rugged terrain. Switching from cars to ferries to bicycles, Banks criss-crosses his homeland, weaving an engrossing narrative full of fascinating traditions, peculiar people, and the downright bizarre places he encounters on his journey down Scotland's great golden road.'The book I return to most often . . . It's is like slipping into a warm bath.'James Graham, THE TIMES (playwright and creator of ITV's Quiz)'Filled withinsightful and witty observations . . . this is a rip-roaringand informative delve into the unique history and enduring appeal of this iconic spirit.'VISIT SCOTLAND, 9 'must read' booksTrade ReviewIt does what every good book should manage to do, and what a hundred other books on whisky (and a thousand other books on Scotland) have signally failed to do: makes you want to go for a drink with the author. * Observer *Studded with bracing shots of pure insight and eloquence. And he's sound on the scotch as well. * Independent *A very readable and hugely informative book, and Bank’s gentle humour permeates the pages. * Time Out *It’s an engaging piece of work, part love letter, part memoir. * Esquire *A very beguiling fusion of memoir, history and current affairs. * Glasgow Herald *

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Book SynopsisThis recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and will have you creating memorable cocktails in no time!From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender’s go-to resource. A clean, uncluttered design and extensive index makes finding drinks easy, whether you’re searching by spirit or style. This in-depth guide will provide recommendations, tips, and techniques that will help you understand how to make the best cocktails at home and features: Over 1,000 cocktail recipes that will have you understanding the craft of mixology Necessary tools of the trade and where you can purchase everything you need A guide to purchasing the perfect liquor and spirits for your at-home bar An in-depth guide to ice, simple syrups, shrubs, and bitters to elevate your cocktails to the next level Tips for mixing your drinks like a pro and adding the perfect garnish to top them off Chapters dedicated specifically to each type of spirit, mocktails, and other non-alcoholic drinks The history of over 100 classic cocktails Recipes for hundreds of homemade ingredients; from syrups to blends, infusions, tinctures, foams, and more, you’ll be crafting bespoke ingredients in no time The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is the perfect gift for anyone who likes to mix drinks – it’s the only cocktail book they’ll ever need!

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Book SynopsisAn innovative, captivating tour of the finest whiskies the world has to offer, brought to you by bestselling author and whisky connoisseur Tristan Stephenson. Tristan explores the origins of whisky, from the extraordinary Chinese distillation pioneers well over 2,000 years ago to the discovery of the medicinal ‘aqua vitae’ (water of life), through to the emergence of what we know as whisky. Explore the magic of malting, the development of flavour and the astonishing barrel-ageing process as you learn about how whisky is made. In the main chapter, Tristan takes us on a journey through 56 distilleries around the world, exploring their remarkable quirks, unique techniques and flavours, featuring all new location photography from the Scottish Highlands to Tennessee. After that, you might choose to make the most of Tristan’s bar skills with some inspirational whisky-based cocktails. This fascinating, comprehensive book is sure to appeal to whisky aficionados and novices alike.

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Book SynopsisA narrative-driven book on the surprising history and current revival of spritz cocktails (a wine-based drink served as an aperitif), with 50 recipes, including both historical classics and modern updates.From Milan to Los Angeles, Venice to New York, the spritz—Italy’s bitter and bubbly aperitivo cocktail—has become synonymous with a leisurely, convivial golden hour. But the spritz is more than just an early evening cocktail—it’s a style of drinking. In Spritz, Talia Baiocchi and Leslie Pariseau trace the drink’s origins to ancient Rome, uncover its unlikely history and culture, explore the evolution of aperitivo throughout Northern Italy, and document the spritz’s revival around the world. From regional classics to modern variations, Spritz includes dozens of recipes from some of America’s most lauded bartenders, a guide to building a spritz bar, and a collection of food recipes for classic Italian snacks to pair alongside.

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Book SynopsisEver since its invention in the late 18th century, the cocktail has been a global traveller. Born in England and raised in America, a cocktail can take influences from all over the world and mix them up into exciting new combinations. This book celebrates this globe-trotting history through 80 cocktails – each with its own story to tell. Bartender and writer Chad Parkhill takes you on a whirlwind global tour, with recipes designed to be made at home. You’ll learn about the surprising military history behind the bubbly Venetian Spritz; how the G&T moved from India to England (and why the best in the world are now made in Spain); and how France’s Burgundy region turned tragedy into triumph with the Kir. Accompanied by gorgeous vintage-style illustrations, these stories and recipes are an ode to the joys of travel, history, and drinking.Trade Review"Melbourne bartender Chad Parkhill has nailed cocktail-hour." - Australian Gourmet Traveller

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Book SynopsisThere are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime's hobby can be launched.Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow explores all aspects of this popular drink, delving into its history, dispelling the myths surrounding it and highlighting individualities of the many varieties that exist.Includes:Origins and history of whiskyHow whiskies are made todayGuide to Scottish distilleriesSingle malt whiskiesHow to drink and appreciate whiskySections on whiskies of the world, including Irish whiskey and bourbonDebunking mythsTypes of whiskyBuying whisky

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Book SynopsisBourbon: An Illustrated Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of an American Whiskey, by award-winning and best-selling author Fred Minnick, profiles America's unique history of bourbon, bourbon distillers, and bourbon drinkers, and it answers the question everyone wants to know: Who invented this most American of spirits?Trade Review"Fred Minnick's Bourbon: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of an American Whiskey dispels historical fiction while taking the reader on a timeline journey of American whiskey's highs and lows. You're ultimately left with the feeling of pride that you drink bourbon." * Bill Thomas, owner of the world's top bourbon bar, Jack Rose Dining Saloon in Washington, D.C. *"For anyone who thinks they know it all about bourbon, delve into this fascinating new look at everyone's favorite brown water. With his sharp eye for detail, historical accuracy and modern relevancy, Mr. Minnick's take on the history of bourbon will become an indispensable volume for bourbon fans worldwide." * Edward Lee, chef, author, of Smoke and Pickles, and host of PBS's The Mind of a Chef, Season 3 *"It's been clear for some time now that Fred Minnick is America's finest authority on spirits, and his new book on bourbon seals the deal—impeccably researched, beautifully illustrated, and written with such informed individuality that reading the book is like listening to the engaging teacher whose lectures enthralled you as much as enlightened you. There's never a last word on any subject, but Minnick's new book is unlikely to be exceeded by anything better for a long time to come." * John Mariani, author of The Encyclopedia of American Food and Drink *"Minnick's Bourbon is an instant classic." * Mike Veach, author of Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: An American Heritage *"Bourbon: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of an American Whiskey in an important addition to American whiskey literature, and it's worth a read for anyone interested in bourbon's complex regulatory history." - RecentEats.com * RecentEats.com *

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Book SynopsisFrom bestselling author Tim Federle of Running Press's Tequila Mockingbird, Hickory Daiquiri Dock is the perfect follow-up cocktail book. From baby showers to birthday gatherings, this wry and silly take on the only way to survive your first year of parenthood will give readers plenty of laughs . . . and quite a few hiccups.Trade Review"More fun at a baby shower than a Diaper Genie." --Tampa Bay Times "It's not easy to riff off childhood favorites with such a clean balance of wit and punch, but Federle nails it." --Food Network Dish "The exhaustion and the joy of parenthood are palatable. That is what makes this book exceptional. It perfectly captures both ends of the parenting spectrum." --BookTrib "Hickory joins a line of recent publications like the viral smash Go the F**k to Sleep and the follow-up You Have to F**king Eat that add an irreverent twist to parenting." --Atlantic Magazine "[E]ssential cocktail book to add to your collection." --L.A. Times Daily Dish Praise for Tim Federle's Tequila Mockingbird "It's a little-known fact that the information in here will make anyone look and sound better than they actually do" --David Baldacci "...this is a wonderfully entertaining read, slight enough to be digested in one sitting, clever enough to be entertaining even if you never make a single one of the cocktails." --World of Beer blog

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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 SynopsisCreate your own cannabis infused cocktails! Combining cannabis and cocktails is a hot new trend, and Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails, and Tonics shows you how. Featuring a collection of 75 recipes of cannabis influenced cocktails and drinks; The Cocktail Whisperer Warren Bobrow will show you the essential instructions for de-carbing cannabis to release its full psychoactive effect. Learn the history of cannabis as a social drug and its growing acceptance to becoming a medicinal. Look beyond cocktails and create successful tonics, syrups, shrubs, bitters, compound butter and exotic infused oil to use in any drink. Start your day with coffee, tea, and milk-based cannabis beverages for healing and relaxation. Get your afternoon pick-me-up with gut healing shrubs and mood enhancing syrups. Make cooling lemonades and sparking herbal infusions to soothe the fevered brow. Then, have an after dinner herbal-based cannabis drink for relaxation at the end of a good meal. The options are endless with Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails, and Tonics!Trade Review"This is a really fun book for anyone who loves drinks and cannabis." * Heavy.com *"Noted mixologist and marijuana enthusiast Warren Bobrow has combined his two passions into one fantastic book that's sure to be a fixture on the shelves of hedonistic cannaphiles everywhere." * HighTimes.com *Table of ContentsContents Foreword Introduction Part One: The Basics Chapter 1: The History of Medicinal Liquids and Tonics Chapter 2: Cannabis Connoisseurship Chapter 3: Your Cannabis Pantry: Tonics, Syrups, Shrubs, Tinctures and Much More Part Two: Cannabis Drinks Chapter 4: The Great Beginnings Chapter 5: Bitters and Tonics: Revitalizing Cannabis-Infused Cocktails and Mocktails Chapter 6: Afternoon Liveners: Potable Pick-Me-Ups with Gut-Healing Shrubs and Mood-Enhancing Syrups Chapter 7: Warming Beverages to Chase the Chill Chapter 8: Cooling Beverages to Soothe the Brow Chapter 9: After-Dinner Drinks: Cannabis Digestives and Nightcaps Spirits, bar equipment, mixers, and other bar supplies References Resources Acknowledgments About the Author Index

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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 SynopsisIllustrates how neoliberalism influences the production, branding, and regulation of local foods and drinks. This book also challenges the strategy of relying on alternative markets to protect food cultures and rural livelihoods.Trade Review"There is not much published about the two iconic Mexican spirits, except for consumer books and tasting guides to different brands. Bowen's perspective is fresh and thought-provoking." -- Fabio Parasecoli The Huffington Post "This is far from a breezy read, and that's exactly the point. In today's spirits landscape, where a new celebrity tequila brand seems to launch each month and mezcal has gone viral, it's rare that we pause to consider the consequences of our adoration ... Offers an exhaustively researched, academic look at the forces that threaten these two great spirits that should be essential reading for anyone with an interest in protecting all that makes them great." Punch "Engaging ... A top gift book for the beverage drinker." -- Dean Tudor Gothic Epicures VinCuisineTable of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgments Abbreviations 1. The Promise of Place 2. From the Fields to Your Glass 3. Whose Rules Rule? Creating and Defining Tequila Quality 4. The Heart of the Agave: Farming in Tequila Country 5. Making Mezcal in the Shadow of the Denomination of Origin 6. Hipsters, Hope, and the Future of Artisanal Mezcal 7. Looking Forward Methodological Appendix Notes Works Cited Index

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Book Synopsis______________Genuinely delicious and grown-up-booze-free ideas. An essential for every household. Daily TelegraphThis book is full of the very best cocktails - the most delicious flavours, the most distinctive combinations and the most adventurous recipes. And they are all made with non-alcoholic ingredients, from exciting new mixers to rich, fragrant syrups and spirits. Most can be created with ingredients found in your kitchen or garden, and all promise an exciting new way to drink dry.These are imaginative, grown-up, non-alcoholic alternatives for the designated driver, teetotaller, or those who are pregnant, trying dry January, losing weight or just cutting back. Whether you''re planning a Friday night in with friends, a lazy Sunday brunch or an evening huddled around a crackling fire you can find your dry drinks here.Trade ReviewA beautifully produced little hardback, with a photograph of each drink, and some genuinely delicious and grown-up-sounding booze-free ideas not just for winter but all year round. An essential for every household. * Daily Telegraph *A clever little book packed with inspiration ... Perfect for dry January, the drivers, teetotallers and expectant mums or just for a midweek detox. * Woman and Home *All the happiness you get from a great cocktail without the hangover. * GQ *Pure genius ... a brilliant opportunity to go wild with adventurous and delicious drinks. Try these recipes and your booze break may become permanent! * Sunday Telegraph *Cute ... exciting non-alcoholic drinks to push the boat out * Tanya Burr *The perfect tonic after the month we've had ... packed with recipes for tasty non-alcoholic cocktails, cordials and more. * The Sun *Amazing! * Zoe Sugg, aka Zoella *Hey, nobody said drinking less would be easy. But this might help: a book of non-alcoholic drinks, drawing on everything from exciting new mixers to rich, fragrant syrups and spirits * Telegraph *Absolutely delicious ... something to savour. Sensational! * Monocle *love a good alcohol-free concoction, and this brand new, beautiful book will tickle your tastebuds with its awesome recipes. Usable as a treat just for you, or even as a way to show off your cocktail-making abilities to guests, family members, pets – anyone who’s watching, really. Your drink will certainly look and taste better than theirs. * Club Soda *

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Book SynopsisToday''s most important question: What the F*@# should I drink? It''s all covered here! We''ve all been there: you come home from a long day and just want to have a drink-but which drink? There are so many options, how do you decide? What the F*@# Should I Drink? has the answer! The follow-up to the wildly successful and deliciously offensive What the F*@# Should I Make for Dinner?, What the F*@# Should I Drink? provides over 75 recipes for everything from a Sidecar to a Moscow Mule to whatever the f*@# a Caipirinha is. They''re easy to mix and even easier to drink, and soon you''ll forget the original question. With a choose your adventure style recipe guide-don''t like the recipe in front of you? Choose another!-and wonderfully offensive directions, What the F*@# Should I Drink? is f*@#ing fantastic, and it will make you feel f*@#ing fantastic too.

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Book SynopsisA guide to the best and most amusing bar tricks. Suitable for bartenders and those who wish they were, it can inspire the light-hearted reader to perfect their bar trickery. It is also portable for cocktail parties, bar nights, office soirees, and intimate gatherings with close friends.

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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 Synopsis2016 was officially the year of gin in the UK, with sales topping 1 billion! The brilliantly botanical spirit is much more than tonic's sidekick, it's sophisticatedly sippable, and adds depth and flavour to any drink.This beautifully illustrated book will introduce you to a host of cocktails from the classic to the cutting edge, and showcase the versatile potential of gin.In Gin Made Me Do It, gin aficionado and cocktail maven Jassy Davis explains everything you need to know: how to choose the perfect blend, mix the ultimate martini, and deliver delicious cocktails for every occasion.From the perfect G&T and updates on classics like the Aviator and the Vesper, to a wide range of herbaceous cocktails, the recipes in this book are fresh, flavourful, and fun. 60 delicious recipes are illustrated with bright and beautiful original artwork in a book that makes a lovely gift for your friendsor yourself!Trade Review‘A well-illustrated cocktail book packed with classic and modern recipes’– The Observer

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Book SynopsisThe Art of Distilling, Revised and Updated presents the techniques and inspirations of the most innovative micro-distillers working today and ties it together with incredible insider photography. In this comprehensive guide to artisan distilling, American Distilling Institute founder Bill Owens will teach you how contemporary master distillers transform water and grain into the full range of exquisite, timeless spirits. The Art of Distilling, Revised and Updated is your exclusive backstage pass into the world of small-scale distilling of whiskies, gins, vodkas, brandies, and many other spirits. Like no other book on the subject, The Art of Distilling goes to lengths to explore the actual craft of distilling, in detail. Beginning with a brief history of distilling and introduction to the process itself, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the art of distilling today. The revised and expanded edition includes even more practical tips, tricks, and instruction and has been updated to include growth and development in the artisan distilling space over the past decade. The Art of Distilling, Revised and Updated is the consummate insider's guide to distilling and its techniques.

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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 SynopsisIt's a quandary shared by adventurous and indecisive drinkers alike: What should I drink tonight? Here to answer that question is Be Your Own Bartender. Through more than a dozen flowcharts, the book poses a series of questions designed to lead readers to their ideal drink. With more than 151 original recipes, there's a cocktail for every mood, taste and occasion. Are you after something tequila-based or gin-based? Do you like gin or really like gin? Are you ready to break out the muddler? And is your night winding down or just getting started? Whatever the answers, Be Your Own Bartender leads you to your destination—a cocktail effectively designed just for you. With some drinks that are truly adventurous and others that are friendlier to the cocktail novice, every recipe is created with the home bartender in mind. Divided into chapters by spirit—with bonus flowcharts for brunch drinks, holiday parties and true cocktail nerds—Be Your Own Bartender is the best way to discover the perfect cocktail for you, in a journey as user-friendly as it is fun.

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Book SynopsisWINNER of the GOLD Medal from the 2023 Independent Publisher Book Awards Toast to the good life with the Red Rocker’s best cocktail recipes! Sammy Hagar may be best known as the former frontman of the iconic band Van Halen. His fans know him as the Red Rocker and as the songwriter behind hits like “I Can’t Drive 55,” “Right Now,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.” However, music is just one of his passions. Sammy is a businessman, a connoisseur of great cocktails, and the creator of Cabo Wabo Tequila, Sammy’s Beach Bar Rums, and—along with his good friend and celebrity restaurateur Guy Fieri—a line of Santo Tequilas and Mezquila. He created Cabo Wabo Cantinas and Sammy’s Beach Bar & Grills so people could hang out with their friends and families, have a few drinks, laugh, and enjoy the good times and unique cultures of the places he enjoys most—and the recipes in Sammy’s Cocktail Hits: 85 Personal Favorites from the Red Rocker reflect those differences. In addition to bartending basics and cocktail foundations, chapters include: Splash of Aloha! – Hawaii’s coolest cocktails Mas Tequila – South of the Border cocktails Sinful Signatures – VIP, Vegas–inspired cocktails Tinseltown Twists with Cleveland Pre-Funk – an original mix of Hollywood and Cleveland’s best cocktails Encore – More of Sammy’s personal favorite cocktails Enjoy drinks such as the Coconut Mojito, Maui Mama, Tiki Swizzle, Blanco Gimlet, Coco Loco, Coronarita, Santo Oaxaca, Santa Paloma, Brazilian Kiss, Vojito, Strawberry Surf, and Black & Blue Lemonade, and more! Trade Review“I’ve spent many nights with Sambo in Cabo, Vegas, his house, my house. . . .The guy knows how to shake it up in more ways than one!” —TOBY KEITH “The Red Rocker has done it again. My friend sure knows his way around the bar! Delicious!” —CHEF EMERIL LAGASSE “Sammy’s palate is mesmerizing. He can tell you what’s in a cocktail or the varietals of a wine he’s never tasted before. He has a natural gift that leaves you speechless!” —LUCA GARAVOGLIA, CHAIRMAN, CAMPARI GROUP “I’ve tasted Sammy’s cocktails many times at my restaurant. It’s difficult to keep him out from behind the bar!” —CHEF MICHAEL MINA “Over the years, Sammy has acquired and used extensive knowledge of spirits to create his fabulous brands and cocktails! Terrific job, Sammy!” —JOHN PAUL DE JORIA, FOUNDER, PATRÓN SPIRITS “I’ve been appreciating Sammy’s spirits and cocktails for nearly two decades. His knowledge and passion shine in every glass!” —BOB CABRAL, JAMES BEARD AWARD–WINNING WINEMAKER

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Book SynopsisIt’s 1943 and the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world. Morale is at rock bottom. George Campbell needs a wee dram to give him the courage to stand up to is mother and marry Catriona. The priest, the doctor and, of course, the landlord at the inn are all having a very thin time of it. There’s no conversation, no jollity, no fun – until a shipwreck off the coast brings a piece of extraordinary good fortune …Trade ReviewWartime food rationing is bad enough, but when the whisky supplies run out on the Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday, nothing seems to go right. Then the fifty-thousand-bottle cargo of the shipwrecked S. S. Cabinet Minister brings salvation - in its most giddily intoxicating form.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect drinks book packed full of knowledge and entertainment from two of the UK's leading drinks experts, writers and comedians.

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Book SynopsisDiscover 50 cocktails inspired by famous artists, their art and their favourite tipples. Shake up delicious art-inspired drinks, from the absinthe-fuelled Pablo Pisco Sour to the verdant Henry Mojito, and discover evocative cocktails that will transport you straight to Toulouse-Lautrec's Moulin Rouge, Frida Kahlo's favourite cantina, or one of Salvador Dalí's surrealist dinner parties. Filled with art anecdotes and colourful tales, this is both a whistle-stop tour through art history and an exciting way to wet your whistle.Cocktails include the:· Dalí Wallbanger· Klein Blue Moon· Whamm! Bamm! Pow!· Picasso Sour· Frida Kahlúa· René Margarita· and the Hirst-inspired Shark Bite

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Book SynopsisOver 30 classic recipes and modern twists for Italy's most iconic cocktail, the Negroni. The Negroni has been a favourite with discerning cocktail drinkers for over a century but has perhaps never been as popular as it is today. What started off as a simple, equal-parts, three-ingredient cocktail (campari, gin, vermouth) has become a global sensation. Included here are recipes for classic Negronis from straight-up over ice to a sparkling aperitivo spritz. This basic formula is then played with in endless ways with Negronis designed for different seasons; bright and citrusy summer versions; cosier, spiced winter drinks; and celebratory cocktails for special occasions. These exciting variations make use of both dry, sweet and aged vermouths, along with ports and sherries, and some truly experimental non-gin negronis (made using bourbon, rum or even mezcal) really open up the playing field! Trade Review“Beautifully photographed by Alex Luck, the recipes are simple and easy-to-follow. Whether you’re enjoying a before-dinner drink or sipping a cocktail with friends, the book offers creative options for putting a new spin on Italy’s classic drink.” – Tastes of Italia

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