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Riesling is the world's seventh most-planted white wine grape
variety and among the fastest growing over the past twenty years.
It is a personal favorite of many sommeliers, chefs, and other food
and wine professionals for its appealing aromatics, finesse, and
minerality; for its uncanny ability to reflect terroir; and for its
impressive versatility with cuisines of all types. It is
stylistically paradoxical, however. Now usually made dry in most of
Europe and Australia, and assumed dry by most German consumers,
Riesling is made mostly sweet or lightly sweet in North America and
is believed sweet in the American marketplace irrespective of
origin. Riesling is thus consequently - but mistakenly-shunned by
the mainstream of American wine drinkers, whose tastes and habits
have been overwhelmingly dry for two generations. Riesling
Rediscovered looks at the present state of dry Riesling across the
Northern Hemisphere: where it is grown and made, what models and
objectives vintners have in mind, and what parameters of grape
growing and winemaking are essential when the goal is a delicious
dry wine. John Winthrop Haeger explores the history of Riesling to
illuminate how this variety emerged from a crowded field of grape
varieties grown widely across northern Europe. Riesling
Rediscovered is a comprehensive, current, and accessible overview
of what many consider to be the world's finest and most versatile
white wine.
"Pairing Wine with Asian Food" is a useful guide exploring the
principles behind matching Asian food with the right wine.
Oenologist Edwin Soon explores problem ingredients in the Asian
kitchen and details wine and food combinations to avoid as well as
"marriages made in heaven." The major cuisines of Asia are covered,
highlighting the most common dishes such as dim sum, seafood,
curries and Asian street foods, as well as featuring restaurant
safe bets. From Chinese banquets to Thai street food, this
straightforward guide will ensure that readers will pick the right
wine next time they dine Asian.
Switzerland has as many drinks as it does mountains, from absinthe
to Kirsch, Petite Arvine to Humagne Rouge, healthy pick-me-ups to
boozy keep-me-ups. Drink like the Swiss takes you on a titillating
tour of this tasty (and tipsy) aspect of Swiss culture. With nearly
a hundred recipes -- from cocktails to coffee to cocoa -- and many
delightful curiosities, Andie Pilot's colourful little book leaves
no bean unground, and no bottle uncorked.
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In the age of craft beer, the varieties seem endless. From floral
IPAs to rich porters and stouts, and tart lambic ales to
gluten-free options, there is a beer for every taste. Food on Tap
is an accessible guide to using these delicious brews to add
complex flavour and exciting twists to classic and new recipes.
Beautiful original photography will have your mouth watering, so
pour a draft and get ready to cook with beer.
French Wine For Dummies explores all the major wine regions of France -- from The Rhone Valley to Alsace, with special emphasis on the wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy, the most important wine regions of France (and possibly the world). This friendly guide explains how France names its wines and decodes French wine labels. It describes classic combinations of French wine with foods, with a new look at some versatile French wines with various types of food. Plus, it details how to buy, drink, and store French wines.
60 wonderful whisky and bourbon cocktails Oaky, smoky, young or
old, whisky is a versatile and highly spirited spirit that has been
the backbone of the classic cocktail since the old-fashioned was
new. From the highlands of Scotland to Bourbon county, Kentucky,
whisky distilleries have spread across the world, and today there
are multitudes of styles and flavours to complement any manner of
mixer. This beautifully illustrated book will introduce you to the
wider world of malts, and showcase the true potential of whisky and
bourbon. In Whisky Made Me Do It, award-winning mixologist and
Certified Specialist of Spirits, Lance Mayhew explains everything
you need to know: how to choose the right type, mix the ultimate
Manhattan and find the perfect cocktail for any occasion. From
grown-up scotch and sodas, celebratory mint juleps, or playful
picklebacks, there are recipes here for any mood, any event, and
any whisky-drinker.
The Way to Make Wine reveals everything needed to make delicious
wines - both reds and whites - from start to finish. Rich with
insider know-how, this book divulges the many practical advances
made in the past few decades and demonstrates that do-it-yourself
winemaking is now simpler and more rewarding than ever.
Straightforward illustrations of key tools and steps help make this
book one-stop shopping for wine lovers, beer brewers, avid cooks,
or anyone who's ever dreamed of producing table wines at home. This
updated and expanded edition features: new how-to illustrations;
tips and techniques from accomplished professional winemakers;
up-to-date information on the rewards and challenges of running
natural wine fermentations; and fresh ways to apply your
home-brewing knowledge to make remarkable reds and whites.
Providing concise, clear, and practical guidance, Sheridan Warrick
shows that making your own wine is not only easy but also a
pleasure.
"Uncorked" quenches our curiosity about the inner workings of
one of the world's most prized beverages. Esteemed for its
freshness, vitality, and sensuality, champagne is a wine of great
complexity. Mysteries aplenty gush forth with the popping of that
cork. Just what is that fizz? Can you judge champagne quality by
how big the bubbles are, how long they last, or how they behave
before they fade? And why does serving champagne in a long-stemmed
flute prolong its chill and effervescence? Through lively prose and
a wealth of state-of-the-art photos, this revised edition of
"Uncorked" unlocks the door to what champagne is all about.
Providing an unprecedented close-up view of the beauty in the
bubbles, Gerard Liger-Belair presents images that look surprisingly
like lovely flowers, geometric patterns, even galaxies as the
bubbles rise through the glass and burst forth on the surface. He
illustrates how bubbles form not on the glass itself but are "born"
out of debris stuck on the glass wall, how they rise, and how they
pop. Offering a colorful history of champagne, Liger-Belair tells
us how it is made and he asks if global warming could spell
champagne's demise. In a brand-new afterword, he updates the reader
on new developments in the world of bubble science and delves even
more deeply into the processes that give champagne its unique and
beautiful character.
Bubbly may tickle the nose, but "Uncorked" tackles what the
nose and the naked eye cannot--the spectacular science that gives
champagne its charm and champagne drinkers immeasurable
pleasure."
There has never been a better time to celebrate the wines made in
England, from internationally celebrated sparkling whites to
seductive Pinot Noirs. Within these pages, wine expert Cindy-Marie
Harvey of Love Wine Food presents a sumptuous collection of recipes
with which to pair wines from England's finest producers, as well
as showcasing wonderful local produce from our land and sea.
Welcome to the exciting world of English wine.
The Little Book of Whiskey Cocktails sets out to share the stories
of the wide whiskey-making world and recipes suitable for whiskey
drinkers of all expertise levels. Bryan Paiement takes a practical
approach to exploring the various ways in which the spirit can be
mixed and enjoyed. Beginning with a brief history of whiskey,
Paiement answers many questions that even aficionados can't help
but stumble over: What is the difference between "whiskey" and
"whisky?" Does bourbon have to come from Kentucky? How many times
does Irish whiskey need to be distilled? Twenty classic whiskey
cocktail recipes and twenty original recipes follow in this
pocket-sized gift book. Each carefully curated recipe is introduced
with details on the cocktail's origins and concluded with
bartenders' tips for shaking (or stirring) the perfect concoction.
Time-tested classics like the Old Fashioned and the Rusty Nail are
featured, providing whiskey novices with the necessary foundations.
For seasoned whiskey drinkers, Paiement includes recipes from
award-winners like the Paper Plane to handcrafted originals like
the Scotch Smash. Adorned with custom line-art illustrations, a key
of whiskey ware and bar tools, and an extensive repertoire of bar
jokes, Paiement brings whiskey's terminology and mixology to any
home bar.
Book description: This book is the definitive guide to the 250 best
beers in the world today, selected by a panel of eight renowned
international beer writers and influencers. Following a lengthy
process of discussion and debate, each of our eight writers has
arrived at their own final list of their favourite beers in the
world. Illustrated in full colour throughout, this high-quality
book is a must-have for all self-respecting beer lovers.
A full-color, lushly illustrated graphic novel that recounts the
many-layered past and present of beer through dynamic pairings of
pictures and meticulously researched insight into the history of
the world's favorite brew.
Starting from about 7,000 BC, "The Comic Book Story of Beer
"traces beer's influence through world history, encapsulating early
man's experiments with fermentation, the rise and fall of Ancient
Rome, the (often beer-related) factors that led Europe out of the
Dark Ages, the Age of Exploration, the spread of capitalism, the
Reformation, and on up to the contemporary explosion of craft
brewing. No book has ever told the story of beer in a graphic
format as a liberating or emancipating force that improved the life
of everyday people. Visually riffing on abstract subjects like
pasteurization, "original gravity," and "lagering," artist Aaron
McConnell has a flair for cinematic action and demonstrates
versatility in depicting characters and episodes from beer's rich
history. Hand-drawn in a classic, accessible style, "The Comic Book
Story of Beer" makes a great gift, and will appeal to the most avid
comic book geek and those who live for beer.
A Field Guide to Whisky is a one-stop guide for all the information
a whisky enthusiast needs. With the whisky market booming all over
the world, now is a perfect time for a comprehensive guide to this
popular brown spirit. What are the basic ingredients in all
whiskies? How does it get its flavour? Which big-name brands truly
deserve their reputation? What are the current whisky trends around
the world? And who was Jack Daniel, anyway? This abundance of
information is distilled(!) into 323 short entries covering basic
whisky literacy, production methods, consumption tips, trends,
trivia, geographical maps and lists of distilleries, whisky trails,
bars, hotels, and festivals by an industry insider. Boasting 230
colour photographs and a beautiful package to boot, A Field Guide
to Whisky will make a whisky expert out of anyone.
Craft delicious wild cocktails from foraged and grown ingredients
The art of foraged, or 'wild', cocktails is a growing phenomenon
all over the world - from the pop-up bars of London to the farmers'
markets and speakeasies of New York City. Botanical Cocktails is
one of the very best books on the market to capture this growing
mixology movement - in a beautiful hardback gift format! Full of
lavish full-colour photographs, delicious recipes, and beautiful
prose by cocktail expert Amy Zavatto, this inspirational guide to
imbibing the great outdoors is a delightful treat for all cocktail
drinkers and amateur bartenders. This gorgeous book features 40
incredible recipes divided by season, as well as tips on how best
to grow and forage the tastiest ingredients, from berries to herbs,
chilis to veggies, flowers to fruit, as well as seasonal
suggestions and tips on preserving and storing. Botanical Cocktails
is a delicious toolkit for getting the most from gardens, common
spaces, and hedgerows and crafting delectable, one-of-a-kind
cocktails. Previously published as Forager's Cocktails by
HarperCollins.
Based on a series of articles published in The World of Fine Wine,
Bursting Bubbles is a ground-breaking new book that offers the
reader an alternate history of Champagne and its greatest growers.
Often controversial, it is a no-holds barred look at the world's
most famous wine region and the sparkling wine that it produces. It
has the potential to change the way wine lovers think about
Champagne. In his foreword, multi award winning author Andrew
Jefford has called Bursting Bubbles, 'The most engaging book about
leading Champagne growers I've read, full of insight and detail'
and '...the most refreshing, pretension-pricking, myth-busting and
amusingly unfrothy book on the subject I've read.'
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