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Italian Wines is the English-language version of Gambero Rosso's
Vini d'Italia, the world's best-selling guide to Italian wine. It
is the result of a year's work by over 60 tasters, coordinated by
three curators. They travel around the entire country to taste
45,000 wines, only half of which make it into the guide. More than
2,500 producers have been selected. Each entry brings together
useful information about the winery, including a description of its
most important labels and price levels in Italian wine shops. Each
wine is evaluated according to the Gambero Rosso bicchieri rating,
with Tre Bicchieri awarded to the top labels. The guide is an
essential tool for both wine professionals and passionate amateurs
around the globe: it provides the instruments for finding one's way
in the complex panorama of Italy's wine world.
Portable sized edition of the award-winning ""Malt Whisky"," from
Charles MacLean, a world authority on the subject of malt whisky.
This edition is produced in a smaller format than the original
"Malt Whisky" to allow the whisky enthusiast to carry it as a
portable companion for reference when buying, tasting, or visiting
distilleries. Full color maps locate the key distilleries, while
over 150 photographs capture the essence of the spirit and how it
is made. Charles MacLean describes how to appreciate and get the
most out of tasting malt whisky, and a detailed A-Z directory
features all of Scotland's key distilleries and their whiskies with
full color labels. Also included are tips on buying malt whisky, as
well as a guide to distillery visitor facilities and the best
whisky societies and websites. This book offers all the information
any malt lover could ever need to appreciate this magical spirit to
the full.
The authors trace the birth of spirits from China, to India, to
Persia, through Europe and on to the New World. What did people do
with these potent potables long before the cocktail was ever heard
of?
"McCaffety, like a good bartender, knows how to listen, knows how
to look, and knows how to tell a great story. In perfectly chosen
words and images Obituary Cocktail] captures something timeless and
essential about New Orleans." -Susan Larson, New Orleans
Times-Picayune "The evocative photos of Napoleon House, Pat
O'Brien's, Galatoire's, Tujague's, and many lesser known
restaurants and bars in the Crescent City are as personal as they
are a rich repository of architectural and Louisiana social
history, with excellent accompanying text. A beautifully produced
book by one of the great photojournalists of America." -John
Mariani, Esquire "Kerri's work is lush with natural light that
makes the images sensual and rich, and transforms the places she
photographs into poems." -Francis Ford Coppola Presented in the
pages of this book is an amazing pictorial overview of some of the
finest drinking establishments in the world still operating today
and cherished photographs of those no longer open. Lavishly
illustrated with 200 color photographs, this lush history provides
a glimpse into the architectural and cultural treasures of New
Orleans' drinking scene. It overflows with tantalizing stories from
the best bars in town.
Unlock your potential with the right plant-based foods to fuel your
ambition. Whether your goal is to lose 10lbs, run 10k, sleep
better, feel stronger or get that well-deserved promotion, you need
energy to fuel your drive and push you forward. Every ambitious
human has one thing in common: they rely on their mind and body to
keep up with their drive. Featuring more than 40 new raw,
cold-pressed juice blends, great recipes for eating throughout the
day and goal-focused menu plans, Plenish: Fuel Your Ambition will
help you get to the top of your game. These juices are packed full
of nutrients that will kickstart the energy you need to unlock your
own potential. Wherever your ambition drives you, press on and keep
crushing it! Praise for Plenish "The perfect introduction to
juicing" - Elle UK "London's best juice cleanse" - Gwyneth
Paltrow's Goop "We never knew juices so green could taste so great"
- Daily Mail
Literature, puns, and alcohol collide in this clever follow-up to
Tequila Mockingbird, the world's bestselling cocktail recipes book.
Tim Federle's Tequila Mockingbird has become one of the world's
bestselling cocktail books and resonated with bartenders and book
clubs everywhere. Now in this much anticipated follow-up, Are You
There God? It's Me, Margarita, Federle has shaken up 49 all-new,
all-delicious drink recipes paired with his trademark puns and
clever commentary on more of history's most beloved books, as well
as bar bites, drinking games, and whimsical illustrations
throughout. Cocktails include: - Fifty Shades of Grey Goose - The
Handmaid's Ale - Little Soused on the Prairie - Tender Is the
Nightcap - A Room With Vermouth - Go Get a Scotch, Man - As I Lay
Drinking - and much more!
In Wine & Philosophy, philosophers, wine critics, and
winemakers share their passion for wine through well-crafted essays
that explore wine's deeper meaning, nature, and significance* Joins
Food & Philosophy and Beer & Philosophy in in the
"Epicurean Trilogy* Essays are organized thematically and written
by philosophers, wine writers, and winemakers* Chapters include,
"The Art & Culture of Wine"; "Tasting & Talking about
Wine"; "Wine & Its Critics"; "The Beauty of Wine"; "The
Metaphysics of Wine"; and "The Politics & Economics of Wine"*
Accessible to a general audience while at the same time covering
some serious philosophical ground* Incorporates traditional areas
of philosophical study, including philosophy of language,
philosophy of perception, aesthetics, metaphysics, ethics and
political philosophy* A great complimentary text to any guided-tour
visit to the Napa Valley or other wineries
Bourbon Is My Comfort Food reveals the delicious beauty of bourbon
in cocktails and the joy of creating them. Whether readers are new
to bourbon or already steeped in its history and lifestyle, they
will gain the knowledge to make great bourbon cocktails, share them
with friends and family, and expand their whiskey horizons-because
the only thing better than a glass of bourbon or a bourbon cocktail
is sharing it with a friend. As the saying goes, "There are no
strangers with a glass of bourbon in your hand." From building your
home bar to basics on cocktail technique, Heather Wibbels showcases
classic bourbon cocktails-like the Old Fashioned, the Manhattan,
Whiskey Sours, Highballs, Juleps and more-in approachable ways. She
even includes Cocktail Labs, experiments to explore classic
cocktail elements and play with flavors, textures, infusions,
syrups and garnishes. With over 140 recipes, this book is more than
a cocktail recipe book-it's a primer on manipulating flavors and
balance in whiskey cocktails. But more than that, Bourbon Is My
Comfort Food is a celebration of 10 years of bourbon education and
cocktails by Bourbon Women, the first spirits group dedicated to
women and their love of bourbon. This book celebrates with
cocktails from the Bourbon Women leadership team, branches across
the nation and winners from the Bourbon Women annual Not Your Pink
Drink contest. Get out your bourbon and cocktail shaker, and
explore the wide world of bourbon cocktails with Heather Wibbels
and Bourbon Women!
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Magical Masterpieces of Mixology Inspired by the Harry Potter
Universe With simple instructions and insider bartender know-how,
The Unofficial Potter-Inspired Book of Cocktails is the perfect
guide of spell-tacular spirits for age-appropriate witches and
wizards. The seventy-five potions and elixirs featured in this book
are cocktail classics that have been given a magical makeover using
unique ingredients such as activated charcoal, popping candy, and
dry ice, transforming the mundane mixed drink into a bewitching
brewed beverage. Charm guests with color-changing concoctions,
fizzing cocktail bombs, and flaming creations, including:
Butterscotch Beer Nearly Legless Nick Expecto Martini Hex on the
Beach Tom Riddle-Collins And more! Whether you're a witch, wizard,
squib, or muggle, everyone can enjoy that magical feeling of
finding their perfect sip with The Unofficial Harry Potter-Inspired
Book of Cocktails.
Join the Red Cup Nation, and get the party started! What party,
backyard cookout, or pre-game tailgate would be complete without a
stack of classic, plastic red cups? The red cup is the staple that
keeps the party raging, and Red Cup Nation presents all of the big
batch drink recipes and classic drinking games that make this cup
so famous--plus the hangover cures you'll need to get you through
the day after. Inside this book you'll find: - Perfect Party Mixes,
like Jungle Punch, Runaway Rum Runner, and Natty-ade - Drinks to
Impress, like Tequila Sunrise, White Russian, and Moscow Mule -
Tailgate Classics, like Frozen Margarita, Fall Shandy, and Cinnamon
Cider - Ultimate Drinking Games, like Magic Cup, Superlatives, and
Beer Pong - And so much more! So raise a red cup, and welcome to
the Nation!
"A standout among the drink books published this year, which ought
to be on the Christmas list of every wine lover, even if they don't
think they have much interest in American wine." -Victoria Moore,
The Telegraph "This is a book for novices and geeks interested in
the significance of California through America's wine history, from
the swashbuckling era of Agoston Haraszthy through modern Napa's
cult cabernets and today's despair over wildfires and drought."
-David McIntyre, Washington Post "New York Times picks On
California for their "This Year's Best Wine Books": ". Its short
selections from nearly three dozen writers offer impressionistic,
thought-provoking views of the state and its winemaking
history."-New York Times On California explores the grapes and the
people who have made California wine great. The pioneers, the
boffins, the whizz-kids and scientists, many of whom tell their
stories on its pages - some in precious archive material, others
have set down their thoughts mid-pandemic in 2021: Randall Grahm,
Gerald Asher, Steven Spurrier, Paul Draper and Warren Winiarski
take a bow.... Includes: California wine and the future: where will
the 'California spirit' lead next? The 'Hollywood Grape': our
authors chart the path of Cabernet Sauvignon, from the wish-list of
Thomas Jefferson to the hallowed hillsides of Stag's Leap and
Screaming Eagle 1976? Of course it was a competition! Steven
Spurrier and Patricia Gallagher look back at the motivations behind
the famous Paris wine tasting Top New York sommelier Victoria James
tells of her near-death introduction to the whacky world of
winemaking in Sonoma Will the real Zinfandel please stand up? Paul
Draper seeks out the true heritage of California's versatile orphan
grape Contributions from top California writers: Elaine Chukan
Brown, Mary Margaret McCamic MW, Karen MacNeil, Esther Mobley, Lisa
Perrotti-Brown MW, Liz Thach MW, Clare Tooley MW, and Kelli White
Hugh Johnson, Jane Anson and Fiona Morrison MW introduce
California's intrepid wine pioneers Rex Pickett's Sideways heroes,
Jack and Miles, clink glasses over the Central Coast's finest Pinot
Noir A-Z: from 'Bob' Mondavi to Xylem sap-sensors and pink
Zinfandel - California wine in bite-size
Ever decided to go booze-free only to find the alternatives a
little, well . . . boring? If you're embarking on a dry spell, this
book is just the tonic (so to speak). Drinks expert Helen McGinn
shows you how to make the most of your time off the sauce with
plenty of recipes for simple homemade mocktails, infusions and
cordials, along with a guide to non-alcoholic wines, beers and
spirits worth adding to your drinks cupboard. Think of this book as
a friend, with a (dry) sense of humour, to keep you company in
style through your booze-free spell.
Many wine drinkers wish they knew more without having to understand
every nuance or go to expensive wine tastings. In her new book,
Jancis Robinson, the leading international authority on wine,
grants the wishes of would-be wine experts the world over. With The
24-Hour Wine Expert, anyone can learn all that is really important
about wine in a single day. In her pithy, approachable,
comprehensive guide, Robinson shares her expertise with authority,
wit, and approachability, tackling questions such as how to select
the right bottle at retail, what wine labels signify, how to
understand the properties of color and aroma, and how to match food
and wine. Robinson's proposition is irresistible: In just 24 hours,
anyone can become a wine expert. So pour a glass and get reading!
Note: the simulated wine stains on the cover of the book are a
design element and are intentional.
**2021 Gourmand Cookbook Award Winner for Japan in Spirits and
Other Drinks** The Japanese Sake Bible is the ultimate book about
Japan's national drink--from its history, culture and production
methods to how to choose the best sake and recommended food
pairings. Author Brian Ashcraft--the author of the popular guide
Japanese Whisky--has put together lively commentaries based on
dozens of interviews with master brewers and sake experts across
Japan. His fascinating stories are accompanied by over 300
full-color photographs, maps and drawings. A unique feature of this
book is that it includes reviews, tasting notes, scores and a
buying guide for over 100 of the leading sake brands, written by
respected Japanese sake expert Takashi Eguchi. These include all
the sakes most commonly found outside Japan. Each sake has a photo
of the label, tasting notes, a score and recommended food pairings.
Information on the leading brewers is provided, and the sakes are
grouped by flavor profile. Japanese sake is brewed worldwide today
and is winning over many converts. A foreword by sake connoisseur
and world-renowned DJ Richie Hawtin addresses the spread in global
popularity and the shared mission of making this specialty beverage
as accessible as possible. With the help of this book you'll soon
become an expert in selecting, serving and enjoying Japan's
favorite drink.
Consumer interest in tea has grown rapidly in recent years and
continues to climb. Worldwide there are 25,000 cups of tea consumed
every second - more than billion cups per day! For tea drinkers
interested in the freshest flavour, growing the leaves at home is
the ideal solution. Lucky for them, tea is not an exotic,
hard-to-grow crop - it can be successfully grown anywhere that
camellias can be grown. In Grow Your Own Tea, readers will learn
how to cultivate, harvest, and process this venerable crop. Parks
and Wolcott share details on how to get started; describe
cultivation, long-term maintenance, and harvesting; show how to
grow tea plants in containers; and describe how to process and
store harvested tea leaves. Grow Your Own Tea includes information
on how to produce white, green, oolong, and black teas.
The 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.
Brought together in one delightful and informative guide are the
top 101 cocktails to try before you die, from the classics
(Old-Fashioned, Manhattan, Vesper) to the less well-known
(Scofflaw, Irish Mermaid, Bramble). With fascinating insight, this
book takes the reader on a captivating tour through history's most
famous (and infamous) cocktails. Each entry comes with a detailed
history, entertaining anecdotes and of course a list of
ingredients, as well as retellings of cocktail myths and legends.
Whether you are a spirits aficionado or simply enjoy a good drink,
this is the must-have cocktail handbook.
Why drink Bordeaux when you can make your own Buddha's Hand Cherry
Bomb wine? Feeling spunky? Try some Ginger Squash Sake! Or maybe
you're in the mood for some Strawberry Lemon-Guava, Triple Basil,
Pomegranate Citrus-Symphony, or Cherry Black Currant wine. These
are just a taste of the 148 unique recipes in this creative guide
to small-batch winemaking that goes far beyond specialty grapes for
an easier, more forgiving process. Readers learn how to make wines
with fruits like lemons, blueberries, cherries, peaches, and pears,
as well as flowers like dandelions and roses, and even herbs like
rosemary, basil, and even cannabis. And these recipes are just the
start; readers will gain the skills they need to branch out,
incorporate their favourite ingredients, and create their own
unique wine flavours.
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