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Art Boozel - Cocktails Inspired by Modern and Contemporary Artists (Hardcover): Jennifer Croll Art Boozel - Cocktails Inspired by Modern and Contemporary Artists (Hardcover)
Jennifer Croll; Illustrated by Kelly Shami
R470 Discovery Miles 4 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Raise a glass to the world's most exciting modern and contemporary artists in this inspired cocktail book with over 50 tribute recipes. Go on a boozy tour of art history with this collection of recipes for over 50 expertly crafted cocktails, each one a unique creation inspired by its namesake artist. Unwind with a refreshing tequila-watermelon Frida Kahlo. Spark some inspiration while sipping on a Salvador Dali. Or mix it up with a colorfully sweet Yayoi Kusama. From painters to sculptors, photographers, and more, each artist profiled has a cocktail recipe that draws deeply from their life and work. Both art lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike will love pouring over this collection of engaging stories and unique recipes. Inventive and deliciously fun, ART BOOZEL will give you a new appreciation for each of these inspiring artists. INVENTIVE & FUN RECIPES: Each of these recipes draws from elements of the artist's life and work in colorful ways that any cocktail enthusiast will enjoy; think tomato garnishes in the Andy Warhol, golden turmeric in the Gustav Klimt, and flower syrup in the Georgia O'Keeffe. BESTSELLING TEAM: Jennifer Croll and Kelly Shami, the author and illustrator who brought you the wildly popular FREE THE TIPPLE, are back to deliver more of the colorful cocktail recipes and lush illustration that everyone loves. PERFECT FOR ART LOVERS: Any level of art appreciator will enjoy pouring over the diverse biographies and engaging portraits, and will love creating drinks inspired by their favorite modern and contemporary artists. Perfect for: mixology enthusiasts; art and art history lovers; museum and gallery visitors, especially visitors to SFMOMA, MoMA, and LACMA; readers of Punch, Bon Appetit, Saveur.

The Barbarian's Beverage - A History of Beer in Ancient Europe (Paperback): Max Nelson The Barbarian's Beverage - A History of Beer in Ancient Europe (Paperback)
Max Nelson
R1,691 Discovery Miles 16 910 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Comprehensive and detailed, this is the first ever study of ancient beer and its distilling, consumption and characteristics

Examining evidence from Greek and Latin authors from 700 BC to AD 900, the book demonstrates the important technological as well as ideological contributions the Europeans made to beer throughout the ages.

The study is supported by textual and archaeological evidence and gives a fresh and fascinating insight into an aspect of ancient life that has fed through to modern society and which stands today as one of the world's most popular beverages.

Students of ancient history, classical studies and the history of food and drink will find this an useful and enjoyable read.

Agave Spirits - The Past, Present, and Future of Mezcals (Hardcover): Gary Nabhan, David Suro Pinera Agave Spirits - The Past, Present, and Future of Mezcals (Hardcover)
Gary Nabhan, David Suro Pinera
R690 Discovery Miles 6 900 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The agave plant was never destined to become tasteless, cheap tequila. Follow Gary Nabhan and David Suro Pinera on the trail with archaeologists and botanists to caves where 9,000-year-old remains of agaves have been found, and then fast track to the 1990s, the peak of the "margarita craze," before a deadly cocktail of microbes devastated blue agave plants on Mexican lands. Culled from decades of fieldwork and interviews with mezcaleros in eight Mexican states, Agave Spirits reveals the stunning innovations emerging today across the mezcal supply chain and offers solutions for improving sustainability and equity. Thousands of years of tradition are inspiring a new generation of individuals (including women), with an explosion of cutting-edge science pointing a way forward for the betterment of the drink and the lives of the people who create it. Agave Spirits boldly delights in the most flavourful and memorable spirits humankind has ever sipped and savoured.

The Little Book of Gin Tips (Hardcover): Juniper Berry The Little Book of Gin Tips (Hardcover)
Juniper Berry
R172 R156 Discovery Miles 1 560 Save R16 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

It's said there's no such thing as the 'perfect' gin, but The Little Book of Gin Tips will give you some pointers for how to experiment and find the ideal mix for you. From choosing the best tonic to finding the perfect glass, let Juniper Berry take you on a gin adventure. Herein you'll find recipes for classic gin cocktails and cooking with gin, and suggestions for the perfect accompaniment to your gin and tonic.

Champagne For Dummies (Paperback): E. Mccarthy Champagne For Dummies (Paperback)
E. Mccarthy
R475 R415 Discovery Miles 4 150 Save R60 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

What's the difference between brut and extra dry? Is Vintage Champagne worth the extra money? How good are Champagne-style sparkling wines from California? If you find shopping for Champagne a challenge, try the fun, friendly, pretense-free guide Champagne For Dummies and find out just how easy it is to select the perfect bottle of bubbly.

Discover how to

  • Appreciate various Champagne styles
  • Store and serve Champagnes
  • Pair Champagne with food
  • Evaluate sparkling wines from the United States and other countries
With complete coverage of 25 great Champagne houses, you can enjoy the author's favorite Champagnes. Here's what French Champagne-house Director Christian Pol-Roger had to say about Author Ed McCarthy and Champagne For Dummies:
"A spiritual man, lover and devotee of Champagne, and one who expresses this passion with great talent. Magical words, effervescent phrases, and fizzy formulas celebrate a wine bubbling with crazy ideas. I raise my glass to Ed McCarthy to thank him for evoking his ebullience for Champagne with such humor."

Celebrate the new millennium with the crisp, classic, delicate elegance of Champagne For Dummies!

Simple And Savvy Wine Guide - Buying, Pairing And Sharing For All (Paperback): Leslie Sbrocco Simple And Savvy Wine Guide - Buying, Pairing And Sharing For All (Paperback)
Leslie Sbrocco
R380 Discovery Miles 3 800 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

When Leslie asks her audiences what types of information they want in a new book, the overwhelming response is a portable compilation of top picks. Leslie Sbrocco's Simple and Savy Wine Guide is packed with all kinds of glance-and-go lists for everything from what wine to drink with Thai take-out, to wines perfect for drinking in a bubble bath. Leslie also offers up an entire section based on her popular concept of wine makeovers, in which she takes an expensive wine and offers a similar tasting, less expensive version.

The Bar Book: Elements of Cocktail Technique (Hardcover): Jeffrey Morgenthaler The Bar Book: Elements of Cocktail Technique (Hardcover)
Jeffrey Morgenthaler; As told to Martha Holmberg; Photographs by Alanna Hale
R690 R593 Discovery Miles 5 930 Save R97 (14%) Ships in 8 - 13 working days

Looking to impress your family and guests with your cocktails? Look no further than this cocktail recipe book, The Bar Book - Bartending and mixology for the home cocktail enthusiast.Learn the key techniques of bartending and mixology from a master: Written by renowned bartender and cocktail blogger Jeffrey Morgenthaler, The Bar Book is the only technique-driven cocktail and bartender book out there. This indispensable guide breaks down bartending into bar essential techniques, and then applies them to building the best drinks. Over 60 of the best drink recipes: The Bar Book contains more than 60 cocktail recipes that employ the techniques you will learn in this craft cocktail book. Each technique is illustrated with how-to photography to provide inspiration and guidance. Bartending and mixology techniques include the best practices for: Juicing Garnishing Carbonating Stirring and shaking Choosing the correct ice for proper chilling and dilution of a drink And, much more If you found PTD Cocktail Book, 12 Bottle Bar, The Joy of Mixology, Death and Co., and Liquid Intelligence to be helpful among bartending and mixology books, you will find Jeffrey Morgenthaler's The Bar Book to be an essential bartender book.

Tea - Wine's Sober Sibling (Hardcover): Mariella Erkens Tea - Wine's Sober Sibling (Hardcover)
Mariella Erkens
R911 Discovery Miles 9 110 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Tea: Wine's Sober Sibling is an in-depth guide into the myriad possibilities of pairing tea, and preparing tea, for connoisseurs and beginners alike. It is both a handbook and a cookbook with over 70 original recipes, each with mouthwatering pictures and three matching tea suggestions. In chapters that explore the relationship and pairing of tea and cheese, tea and chocolate, and tea in mixed drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), you will learn how to use tea as an ingredient for cooking through easy-to-follow recipes. Various methods of steeping tea are covered, and readers will learn how to easily prepare tea for everyday enjoyment, the best practices for restaurant use, and more advanced, intricate methods for the experienced tea lover. Take a deep dive into the world of tea and food pairings with close to 300 pages brimming with information, including 6 pages with tea-related links to recommended tea shops, schools, and videos.

The Alcohol Experiment - How to Take Control of Your Drinking and Enjoy Being Sober for Good (Paperback): Annie Grace The Alcohol Experiment - How to Take Control of Your Drinking and Enjoy Being Sober for Good (Paperback)
Annie Grace 1
R290 R264 Discovery Miles 2 640 Save R26 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

From the bestselling author of This Naked Mind It's YOUR body It's YOUR mind It's YOUR choice There are a million reasons to drink. It tastes great. You feel alive. It helps you relax. But are you really in control? The Alcohol Experiment shows a new way of thinking and offers a 30-day programme with a difference. It asks you to look closer at why you drink, what you get out of it and whether it's really the alcohol that's giving you what you want. From the bestselling author of This Naked Mind, Annie Grace gives you the tools to take control of your drinking for good.

Shrubs - An Old-Fashioned Drink for Modern Times (Hardcover, Second Edition): Michael Dietsch Shrubs - An Old-Fashioned Drink for Modern Times (Hardcover, Second Edition)
Michael Dietsch; Foreword by Paul Clarke
R673 R627 Discovery Miles 6 270 Save R46 (7%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Michael Dietsch took the mixology community by storm when he brought back a popular drink from colonial times, the shrub. Not the green, leafy kind that grow in the ground, but a vintage drink mixer that can be spiked with alcohol or prepared as a soda. Drinkers, bartenders and the media embraced the book. This new edition features a foreword by Paul Clarke, the Executive Editor of Imbibe magazine and author of The Cocktail Chronicles. Here is the definitive guide to making and using shrubs.

Coffee and Coffee Houses (Hardcover): Ulla Heise Coffee and Coffee Houses (Hardcover)
Ulla Heise
R1,015 R821 Discovery Miles 8 210 Save R194 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Here's a whole new insight on that part of the day so common we usually take it for granted. In 1511 the first of many decrees had been issued banning coffee consumption, but nothing could halt the spread of the drink. The replacement for morning soup originated in Abyssinia, and rapidly made its way via Mecca and Istanbul to nearly every country-a worldwide epidemic of coffeemania. Coffee plantations spread over four continents, and coffee became the subject of political and social conflict on an international scale. It also created a new institution: the coffee-house-a meeting place of the various social strata, creating a cultural forum. Coffee-houses from around the world and down the ages are introduced and described here in terms of their cultural and historical significance-the coffee stall, the taverne a la mode, the coffee salon, the Cafe-Konditorei, the luxury cafe, the political coffee-house, the artists' cafe, the proletarian coffee-house, the -migr- cafe, coffee bar, jazz cafe, the cafe theater and many others. Pour your own steaming mug and take the time to enjoy this fascinating exploration.

Tea & Taste: The Visual Language of Tea - The Visual Language of Tea (Hardcover, illustrated edition): Tania M. Buckrell Pos,... Tea & Taste: The Visual Language of Tea - The Visual Language of Tea (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
Tania M. Buckrell Pos, Peking University Press
R1,013 R820 Discovery Miles 8 200 Save R193 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Never before has there been a book focusing on the theme of tea as it relates to both the fine and decorative arts. With over 330 beautiful color images, this book explores the history of tea with special attention to the impact its popularity has had on the development of porcelain, furniture, silver, and the other decorative objects employed in serving tea. Here are teapots, cups and saucers, kettle stands, tea caddies, silverware, and more, inspired both by the expense of the tea itself and the various social significances surrounding its consumption. The valued place of tea in society at all levels has also created a subject for the fine arts. From maritime paintings, to portraiture and still lifes, artists have captured the romance of tea through the works shown in this book. Images from top dealers, galleries, and collectors, representing some of the highest quality tea ware created, illustrate the fascinating and well researched text to please readers around the world.

Beer Health and Nutrition (Hardcover): C.W. Bamforth Beer Health and Nutrition (Hardcover)
C.W. Bamforth
R4,413 Discovery Miles 44 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This important and extremely interesting book is a serious scientific and authoritative overview of the implications of drinking beer as part of the human diet. Coverage of this book includes a history of beer in the diet, an overview of beer production and beer compositional analysis, the impact of raw materials, the desirable and undesirable components in beer and the contribution of beer to health, and social issues. Written by Professor Charlie Bamforth, well known for a lifetime's work in the brewing world, "Beer: Health and Nutrition" should find a place on the shelves of all those involved in providing dietary advice.

The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book - From LeFou's Brew to the Jedi Mind Trick, 100+ Magical Disney-Inspired... The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book - From LeFou's Brew to the Jedi Mind Trick, 100+ Magical Disney-Inspired Drinks (Hardcover)
Ashley Craft
R387 R355 Discovery Miles 3 550 Save R32 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Skip the crowded bar, coffee shop, and restaurant and bring the magic of Disney's drinks right your home with over 100 easy, delicious drink recipes inspired by the Disney Parks. Raise a glass to bringing the magic of Disney straight to your home with The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book. From coffee and tea to milkshakes and slushies to mocktails and cocktails, this book features over 100 of your favorite beverages from the happiest place on Earth. Recipes are taken straight from your favorite restaurants and cafes throughout the Disney Parks and resorts. You'll learn to make delicious, unique drinks without waiting in line including: -Coffees and teas, like Frozen Cappuccino from Joffrey's and Teddy's Tea from Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar -Fruity drinks and slushies like Frozen Sunshine from Beaches and Cream and the Goofy Glacier from Goofy's Candy Company -Mocktails and cocktails like the Sparkling No-Jito from the Tambu Lounge or the La Cava Avocado from Mexico in Epcot -And dessert drinks like the Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake from 50's Prime Time Cafe or the Dole Whip Float from Aloha Isle Perfect for Disney fans everywhere who want to experience those familiar flavors right from the comfort of their home, The Unofficial Disney Parks Drink Recipe Book has all the recipes you'll need to make luscious libations worthy of the Mouse himself.

The New Cider Maker's Handbook - A Comprehensive Guide for Craft Producers (Hardcover): Claude Jolicoeur The New Cider Maker's Handbook - A Comprehensive Guide for Craft Producers (Hardcover)
Claude Jolicoeur
R1,172 R973 Discovery Miles 9 730 Save R199 (17%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

All around the world, the public's taste for fermented cider has been growing more rapidly than at any time in the past 150 years. And with the growing interest in locally grown and artisanal foods, many new cideries are springing up all over North America, often started up by passionate amateurs who want to take their cider to the next level as small-scale craft producers. To make the very best cider-whether for yourself, your family, and friends or for market-you first need a deep understanding of the processes involved, and the art and science behind them. Fortunately, The New Cider Maker's Handbook is here to help. Author Claude Jolicoeur is an internationally known, award-winning cider maker with an inquiring, scientific mind. His book combines the best of traditional knowledge and techniques with up-to-date, scientifically based practices to provide today's cider makers with all the tools they need to produce high-quality ciders. The New Cider Maker's Handbook is divided into five parts containing: An accessible overview of the cider making process for beginners; Recommendations for selecting and growing cider-appropriate apples; Information on juice-extraction equipment and directions on how to build your own grater mill and cider press; A discussion of the most important components of apple juice and how these may influence the quality of the cider; An examination of the fermentation process and a description of methods used to produce either dry or naturally sweet cider, still or sparkling cider, and even ice cider. This book will appeal to both serious amateurs and professional cider makers who want to increase their knowledge, as well as to orchardists who want to grow cider apples for local or regional producers. Novices will appreciate the overview of the cider-making process, and, as they develop skills and confidence, the more in-depth technical information will serve as an invaluable reference that will be consulted again and again. This book is sure to become the definitive modern work on cider making. A mechanical engineer by profession, Claude Jolicoeur first developed his passion for apples and cider after acquiring a piece of land on which there were four rows of old abandoned apple trees. He started making cider in 1988 using a "no-compromise" approach, stubbornly searching for the highest possible quality. Since then, his ciders have earned many awards and medals at competitions, including a Best of Show at the prestigious Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP). Claude actively participates in discussions on forums like the Cider Digest, and is regularly invited as a guest speaker to events such as the annual Cider Days festival in western Massachusetts. He lives in Quebec City.

Cocktails & Canapes (Hardcover): Kathy Kordalis Cocktails & Canapes (Hardcover)
Kathy Kordalis
R393 R363 Discovery Miles 3 630 Save R30 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A sleek and chic guide to party food and drinks, this book is filled with smart ways to make entertaining effortless. Divided into two sections, food and drink, the book will run the gamut of accessibility. You'll find everything from make-ahead alcohol infusions for a 'just add soda water' situation to big-batch versions of cocktail classics - think negroni-style punches and a serves-10 pina colada. In the Food chapter, there will truly be something for everyone, with date, parmesan and pancetta bites to flavour-packed, free-from options such as bang bang noodle lettuce cups and quick snack ideas that are almost as fast as opening a packet. What's more, you'll find a list of simple menu planners, the dos and don'ts of party hosting that will make your life simple and tips and symbols throughout that will indicate what can be made ahead, batch cooked and frozen, as well as prep and cook times and allergen information.

Rum Cocktails (Hardcover): Stuart Walton Rum Cocktails (Hardcover)
Stuart Walton
R181 R168 Discovery Miles 1 680 Save R13 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

This superb little book contains a selection of 50 rum recipes, from best-loved blends such as Caribbean Breeze, Continental and Bolero to trendy new mixes such as Havana Bandana, Monkey Wrench and Hustler. The book's introduction outlines the history of rum and its new-found popularity amongst cocktail connoisseurs; then, there are guidelines on how to serve rum, the specialist equipment you will need and the best types of glasses to use. There are step-by-step instructions on the tricks of the trade, such as crushing ice, frosting glasses, making fruit twists, and steeping white rum, as well as professional bartending tips. Each recipe explains the cocktail's history and suggests suitable garnishes. Whether you are planning a fabulous cocktail party or seeking to impress your dinner guests with a cheeky aperitif, this book will help you enjoy rum in a myriad of ways. A practical guide to rum cocktails from the traditional Daiquiri, Blue Hawaiian and Beach Peach to extravagant concoctions such as Jamaica Sunday, Goldilocks and Hurricane, short histories outline the origin of each cocktail, with expert tips on how to prepare and blend the ingredients, and how to serve the finished drink. At the front of the book is a mini guide to the different types of rum on the market, from white Bacardi, Jamaican golden and rich dark Navy rum to new artisinal spiced rums, and advice on cocktail-making equipment, glasses and tricks of the trade, with expert suggestions for preparing and presenting drinks with professional-looking garnishes.

Fortnum & Mason: Time For Tea (Hardcover): Tom Parker-Bowles Fortnum & Mason: Time For Tea (Hardcover)
Tom Parker-Bowles
R740 R646 Discovery Miles 6 460 Save R94 (13%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Time for Tea is a celebration of Fortnum's passion for tea in its every form. Drawing on over 300 years of experience, you will find the history, geography, seasonality of tea – everything from leaf to cup – as well as 50 delicious recipes.

Fortnum & Mason has nearly as much experience of selling tea as Britain has of drinking it – some three centuries’ worth, in fact, since the early eighteenth century.

This fun and deeply authoritative guide whisks you through all the information you need to get the most out of your cuppa. It instructs on how to make the perfect brew or infusion and helps identify a wide range of teas to try that will suit different tastes whether for a single estate Darjeeling, a smoky or a delicate tea from China or a regular builder’s. It also explores which teas are best to kickstart the day, revive the spirits or soothe at evening’s end. And now, enough of the talk, it’s Time for Tea.

WineWise (Hardcover, 2nd ed.): Steven Kolpan, Michael A. Weiss, Brian H. Smith, Culinary Institute of America WineWise (Hardcover, 2nd ed.)
Steven Kolpan, Michael A. Weiss, Brian H. Smith, Culinary Institute of America
R996 R900 Discovery Miles 9 000 Save R96 (10%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Now completely revised and updated, this new edition of the essential consumer guide to wine features all the most current information for today's wine landscape. The authors, longtime wine educators at The Culinary Institute of America, have added all the latest and most relevant information to their award-winning book, including new picks for the best regional producers, off-the-beaten-path finds, and bargain bottles. With a practical, anti-snob attitude, the emphasis is always on enjoying wine to the fullest in real-world scenarios and getting the best value for your dollar, whether splurging on a special-occasion bottle or deciding on your own "house" wine. All the basics are covered, including the major wine grapes, flavor profiles, and decoding labels, plus up-to-date information on established and up-and-coming regions, advice on pairing wine with everything from Korean short ribs to all-American burgers, opinions on wine gadgets (yea or nay?), and more. Cheers

Rum Rebels (Paperback): Martyna Halas Rum Rebels (Paperback)
Martyna Halas; Contributions by Rene Van Hoven
R531 Discovery Miles 5 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Behind Every Great Rum Is a Powerful Woman"An essential book, which shows that women are taking an increasingly important place in the world of rum, that they can be very talented producers, but that there is still a lot to do in terms of gender equality." -Rum Porter Once known as a sailor's drink, rum has matured into a refined spirit. In some Caribbean countries, rum is offered as a libation to the gods. In others, it is aged and savored on the rocks. But in the most magical places, rum is distilled by women. Inside Rum Rebels, you'll find personal anecdotes from master blenders, fabulous recipes for artisan rum cocktails, and the inside scoop on the magic behind Appleton, Zacapa, Cachaca Maria Izabel, Brugal, and more. The art of cocktails, rum, and women. A pirate staple, rum has been the drink of rebels since the Old World. Now, there's a new generation of rebels-the business women curating the taste of today's best rum companies. Part rum cocktail book, part ode to feminism, Rum Rebels is a story of female empowerment in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Looking at more than a dozen rum distilleries, each chapter of Rum Rebels profiles women in leadership, their rum, and the perfect cocktail pairing. Learn how rum is made. Alongside women leaders and pioneers, this worldwide master class explores everything from palates to aging, providing first-hand stories from today's leading rum distilleries. Whether a beginner or a seasoned rum enthusiast, Rum Rebels is the perfect read for anyone curious about the craft of rum distilling, artisan cocktails, or female leaders in history. Grab a copy to learn how: At Appleton, Joy Spence becomes the first female master blender At Zacapa, Lorena Vasquez adorns her bottles with hand crafted palm leaves by Guatemalan women And more If you're looking for rum cocktail books, women leadership books, women entrepreneur books, or women of color gifts-like the Smugglers Cove cocktail book, Women's Libation cocktail book, And a Bottle of Rum book, or Drinking Like Ladies-you'll love Rum Rebels.

Big Bad-Ass Drinking Games (Kit): Jordana Tusman Big Bad-Ass Drinking Games (Kit)
Jordana Tusman
R251 R234 Discovery Miles 2 340 Save R17 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

What's the best companion to a round of drinks with friends? A round of bad-ass drinking game fun, of course. Kit includes an 8-page book, a shot glass, a set of standard dice, "dirty" dice, and a deck of 48 cards, each containing one drinking game from the most innocent to the rousing and risque, such as "Tip the Bartender," "Chug-A-Lug," and "Beer-amid." This is sure to add excitement to an otherwise run-of-the-mill bar night.

A History of the World in 6 Glasses (Paperback, Annotated edition): Tom Standage A History of the World in 6 Glasses (Paperback, Annotated edition)
Tom Standage
R439 R385 Discovery Miles 3 850 Save R54 (12%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

From beer to Coca-Cola, the six drinks that have helped shape human history
Throughout human history, certain drinks have done much more than just quench thirst. As Tom Standage relates with authority and charm, six of them have had a surprisingly pervasive influence on the course of history, becoming the defining drink during a pivotal historical period.
"A History of the World in 6 Glasses" tells the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the 21st century through the lens of beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola. Beer was first made in the Fertile Crescent and by 3000 B.C.E. was so important to Mesopotamia and Egypt that it was used to pay wages. In ancient Greece wine became the main export of her vast seaborne trade, helping spread Greek culture abroad. Spirits such as brandy and rum fueled the Age of Exploration, fortifying seamen on long voyages and oiling the pernicious slave trade. Although coffee originated in the Arab world, it stoked revolutionary thought in Europe during the Age of Reason, when coffeehouses became centers of intellectual exchange. And hundreds of years after the Chinese began drinking tea, it became especially popular in Britain, with far-reaching effects on British foreign policy. Finally, though carbonated drinks were invented in 18th-century Europe they became a 20th-century phenomenon, and Coca-Cola in particular is the leading symbol of globalization.
For Tom Standage, each drink is a kind of technology, a catalyst for advancing culture by which he demonstrates the intricate interplay of different civilizations. You may never look at your favorite drink the same way again.

The Japanese Art Of The Cocktail (Hardcover): Masahiro Urushido, Michael Anstendig The Japanese Art Of The Cocktail (Hardcover)
Masahiro Urushido, Michael Anstendig
R728 R641 Discovery Miles 6 410 Save R87 (12%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Winner of the 2022 Tales of the Cocktail Best Cocktail or Bartending Book Finalist for the 2022 IACP Cookbook Award: Wine, Beer, or Spirits Finalist for the 2022 James Beard Foundation Beverage with Recipes Award The first cocktail book from the award-winning mixologist Masahiro Urushido of Katana Kitten in New York City, on the craft of Japanese cocktail making Katana Kitten, one of the world's most prominent and acclaimed Japanese-American cocktail bars, was opened in 2018 by highly-respected and award-winning mixologist Masahiro Urushido. It recently earned the #10 spot on The World's 50 Best Bars list, making it the Best Bar in the U.S. Before Katana Kitten, Urushido honed his craft over several years behind the bar of award-winning eatery Saxon+Parole. In The Japanese Art of the Cocktail, Urushido shares his immense knowledge of Japanese cocktails with eighty recipes that best exemplify Japan's contribution to the cocktail scene, both from his own bar and from Japanese mixologists worldwide. Urushido delves into what exactly constitutes the Japanese approach to cocktails, and demystifies the techniques that have been handed down over generations, all captured in stunning photography.

Healing Herbal Teas - A Complete Guide to Making Delicious, Healthful Beverages (Paperback): Brigitte Mars Healing Herbal Teas - A Complete Guide to Making Delicious, Healthful Beverages (Paperback)
Brigitte Mars
R406 Discovery Miles 4 060 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In quick-study format, this book profiles 45 common herbs with extraordinary healing potential. Each profile outlines the herb's major constituents, physiological effects, traditional applications, contraindications, and flavor, as well as its growth habits both in the wild and in the garden.

Home Cocktail Bible - Every Cocktail Recipe You'll Ever Need - Over 200 Classics and New Inventions (Hardcover): Olly Smith Home Cocktail Bible - Every Cocktail Recipe You'll Ever Need - Over 200 Classics and New Inventions (Hardcover)
Olly Smith
R531 Discovery Miles 5 310 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With over 200 recipes, Home Cocktail Bible tells you everything you need to know - from the essential spirits, mixers, syrups and kit that will open up the world of cocktails, to every recipe you could possibly ever want. Great cocktails should be simple to make, look fabulous and taste extraordinary. Award-winning drinks writer Olly Smith offers up all the classics (Martinis, Collins, Manhattans, Margaritas, Cosmopolitans and beyond), plus some delectable new concoctions and variations to make you feel truly special. Illustrated with colour photography and handy flavour wheels throughout, and with clear instructions for the flawless cocktail, Home Cocktail Bible is an indispensable addition to your home bar. Time to take your taste buds into orbit!

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