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This book not only delivers a thorough history of this national
spirit, but provides a snapshot of the industry today. With an
emphasis on new expressions of whiskey and rising stars in the
game, this expanded edition brings more exposure to the whiskey
world than ever. Thomas highlights the major players and whiskey
hubs across the U.S., from industry giants to smaller craft
distilleries that bring quality to your glass. Chapters are
dedicated by region, covering the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest,
Southwest, and the West. With a special focus on the recent
emergence of the third whiskey state, Texas, this is an opportunity
to dive deeper into the industry today. Inside you'll find: -
Detailed tasting notes for over 300 expressions of whiskey - More
than 100 updated profiles of notable distillers - Interviews with
master distillers - The history of whiskey across the United States
- Original photography of behind the scenes at these distilleries
Follow the production of this spirit from grain to glass and get a
broader understanding of the whiskey landscape across the country
with American Whiskey (Second Edition).
The Sake Handbook is the foremost guide to the history, brewing,
and distinctive flavors of sake. Just what are jizake, namazake and
ginjoshu? The Sake Handbook answers all these questions and much
more about sake wine and will help you enjoy Japan's national
beverage in style. Author John Gauntner is recognized as the
world's leading non-Japanese sake expert. A longtime Japan
resident, he is well known among sake brewers and others within the
sake industry. He wrote the Nihonshu Column in the Japan Times for
many years before writing a weekly column on sake in Japanese for
the Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan's and the world's most widely
distributed Japanese newspaper. In 2006, John received the Sake
Samurai award. He has published five books on sake including Sake
Confidential This sake book features: This new edition has been
completely revised and updated Gives you all the information you
need in a handy, portable format Offers a detailed explanation of
the sake brewing process Reviews over a hundred sake brands, with
illustrations of their labels for easy identification Profiles over
50 Japanese izakaya or pub-style restaurants in Tokyo and the
surrounding environs Lists specialty shops in Japan where you can
purchase hard-to-find Japanese wine brands Lists specialty
retailers in the United States and elsewhere
The Good Beer Year Book is a must-read for anyone interested in
beer, brewing and more in the UK. With entries curated by leading
beer writer Emma Inch, The Good Beer Year Book is a round-up of all
of the current news, stories, events, awards, festivals and more
from 2022. This Book is also looking at innovations, influencers
and the people to look out for in the months ahead. With articles
covering Top 10 beers of the year Alco-free & 'functional
beers' - what's the future? - Pete Brown Milds - not just for May -
Matthew Curtis Reckoning in the industry - Melissa Cole Colour bar
a racial segregation - David Jesudason Sustainability - the move to
carbon Zero - Hollie Stephens Why pubs are the best places to drink
- Jess Mason and more from, Jonny Garrett, Jane Peyton, Laura
Hadland, Adrian Tierney-Jones, Roger Protz, Tim Webb, Andy-Parker
For Prosecco drinkers everywhere, this delightful little book is
packed full of helpful tips for how to store, chill and serve your
bottles of liquid gold, as well as numerous ideas for delicious
Prosecco cocktails. Within these pages you can also find handy
suggestions for other sparkling wines to look out for and ideas for
how to add some pizzazz to your table with some unlikely but
brilliant recipes for cooking with Prosecco.
Featuring more than 100 elegant cocktails for the most wonderful
time of the year! Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year
with a cup of cheer. With over 100 recipes, Holiday Cocktails makes
it easy to greet your family and friends in a manner that suits the
season. Whether you're expecting a big crew of people at the annual
holiday gathering or you're looking for something to enjoy as you
quietly sit and appreciate the lit tree, you'll find a drink that's
effortless to prepare, allowing you to remain focused on the magic.
From decadent classics like Egg Nog to joyful serves like the
Christmas Martini, these cocktails prove there's no place like home
for the holidays.
"An intoxicating read. You'll want to consume it twice." -A.J.
Baime, New York Times bestselling author of The Accidental
President and Dewey Defeats Truman A fun little book packed with
historic Churchill information, drinking companions, locations, and
preferences, as well as plenty of cocktail recipes! Churchill was
seldom short of a witty remark, and made his views on drinking
quite well-known: "I have taken far more out of alcohol than
alcohol has taken out of me." When feeling down he said he felt
like "a bottle of champagne . . . left uncorked for the night." And
when encouraging a young government minister to indulge in another
drink, he promised, "Go ahead, I won't write it in my diary."
Divided into four sections-Drink Choices, Drinking Companions,
Drinking Spots, and Drink Recipes-this book will keep readers
turning the pages of fresh and fun material as they lift a drink
along with Winston. The book will also focus on the various
eras-from the 1910s through the 1960s-the times in which he was
drinking alone and with others. Working with the historic companies
that kept him refreshed, it will include vintage advertisements and
marketing material from their closely guarded archives. Winston
certainly drank with a colorful cast of characters, and you'll
glimpse those such as FDR, Stalin, Coco Chanel, Charlie Chaplin,
the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and various other kings, queens,
dukes, and duchesses. Among the elegant settings we will pop in and
out of for a drink include Hearst Castle, Chanel's house in the
South of France, the Ritz Hotel in Paris, the Dorchester in London,
Monaco, the Savoy, the Biltmore, and of course the bars and
first-class cabins of the famed ocean liners the Queen Elizabeth
and the Queen Mary. So raise a glass and join us in toasting
Churchill's life and unique abilities!
This is a fun but respectful (and very comprehensive) guide to everything you ever wanted to know about wine from the creator and host of the popular podcast Wine for Normal People, described by Imbibe magazine as "a wine podcast for the people." More than 60,000 listeners tune in every month to learn a not-snobby wine vocabulary, how and where to buy wine, how to read a wine label, how to smell, swirl, and taste wine, and so much more! Rich with charts, maps, and lists—and the author's deep knowledge and unpretentious delivery—this vividly illustrated, down-to-earth handbook is a must-have resource for millennials starting to buy, boomers who suddenly have the time and money to hone their appreciation, and anyone seeking a relatable introduction to the world of wine.
Experience American history like never before with this unique,
informative, and fun guide for history buffs, whiskey enthusiasts,
folks who like to cook at home, and fans of popular music. American
History Through a Whiskey Glass presents a unique perspective on
American history. It describes how bourbon and rye whiskey played a
role in the most important events in American history, including
the voyage of the Mayflower, George Washington's failed and
successful political campaigns, the Civil War, pioneers moving
west, Prohibition (of course), plus many more into the twenty-first
century. It does so with descriptions of historical events but also
with amusing anecdotes and humorous quotes from the historical
figures themselves. The book carefully aligns five elements: a
narrative about whiskey's role in eight periods of American history
descriptions and tasting notes for American whiskeys that represent
distilled spirits in each historical period tutorials on how
whiskey is produced and its numerous varieties period-specific food
recipes drawn mostly from historical cookbooks playlists of the
popular music during each period The book gives readers an
integrated and entertaining perspective on popular culture in
America at different times, revealing how Americans have
politicked, drank their native spirits, ate, and sang. But it does
more; readers will not only learn about America's history, they can
experience it through numerous illustrations, whiskey tasting,
food, and music. It provides an opportunity for readers to be
involved in a truly immersive approach to life-long learning . . .
and it's fun.
You know what you like to drink-but what's next? Expert mixologist
and James Beard Award-winning editorial director of Milk Street
J.M. Hirsch has the answer in Pour Me Another, where every recipe
helps you choose your next drink. * Consider the rum Mojito. If
that's your go-to, you might not consider yourself a bourbon
drinker. But a whiskey Mint Julep delivers many of the same
refreshing, minty notes. And from there it's a short jump to a
vodka Mint Fizz, which livens things up with lemon and almond
syrup. * Or maybe you're a bourbon Old Fashioned drinker. Pour Me
Another guides you to a gin Bijou, which brings in Manhattan-like
notes. Then try a Vieux Carre, with herbal notes atop peppery rye.
Soon you're sipping a Mexican Vieux Carre, which uses tequila for a
similar rich and spicy effect. * If a Gin & Tonic is more your
speed, head toward tropical territory with a gingery Lime in de
Coconut. Like that one? Go for a Coconut-Lime Daiquiri next. *
Everyone loves a Margarita, but have you tried the
Manhattan-inspired La Rosita? * Discover the versatility of vodka
with a cousin to the Martini, in the botanical Stupid Cupid. No
matter your taste or liquor of choice, Pour Me Another guides you
to a new world of drinks you'll love. It's an essential handbook
for cocktail lovers and home mixologists everywhere.
Drink your way through Japan (even from home) with the help of this
book! Japan is home to some of the world's most interesting
alcoholic beverages from traditional Sake and Shochu to Japanese
whisky, beer, wine and cocktails that are winning global acclaim
and awards. In this comprehensive survey of Japanese drinks,
experts Stephen Lyman and Chris Bunting cover all the main types of
beverages found in Japanese bars and restaurants, as well as
supermarkets and liquor stores around the world. The book has
chapters on Sake, Shochu, whisky, wine, beer, Awamori (a
moonshine-like liquor from Okinawa), Umeshu plum wine and other
fruit wines. There is also a fascinating chapter on modern
Japanese-style cocktails complete with recipes so you can get the
authentic experience, including: Sour Plum Cordial; Sakura Martini;
Improved Shochu Cocktail; Far East Side Cocktail. Thorough
descriptions of the varieties of each beverage are given along with
the history, production methods, current trends and how to drink
them. Detailed bar and buyer's guides at the back of the book list
specialist establishments where readers can go to enjoy and
purchase the drinks, both in Japan and cities around the world,
including London, Paris, New York, San Francisco, Chicago,
Washington DC, Shanghai and more! This is an indispensable book for
anyone interested in brewing, distilling, new cocktails or Japanese
culture, travel and cuisine. Kampai! Cheers!
This classic book is for any really enthusiastic and ambitious home
brewer - the person who wants to brew high quality 'true' beers
that were long thought beyond the ability of the amateur. It brings
to beginners and experts alike a simple method of 'mashing' for
producing the finest flavoured beers, real ales, stouts and lagers
from all-grain ingredients. It is the most advanced and
comprehensive guide to mashing and brewing.
A loving homage to the era celebrated by the hit Netflix series
Bridgerton-and the cocktails that shaped its high society As a
society doyenne and undercover libertine, Lady Thornwood knows what
makes a drink perfect. In The Regency Book of Drinks: Quaffs,
Quips, Tipples, and Tales from Grosvenor Square, this respectable
cocktail connoisseur presents a guide of over 75 cocktail recipes
shaped by the Regency era in both refinement and ingredients-and
served alongside a heaping dose of high-society gossip, scandal,
and speculation. Beginning with the gentlewoman's advice on setting
up a Regency bar, the best glassware and garnishes, and an overview
of the period's most popular ingredients, the book is then divided
into six subsequent recipe chapters drawn from high-society life
during the London social season, from occasions such as "The
Evening Soiree" to "Delicate Daytime Drinks" to even those rare,
deliciously nonalcoholic drinks for "Polite Company." Throughout
these chapters, Lady Thornwood weighs in with stylish sidebars and
entertaining advice on how to host gatherings that are the talk of
the "ton." Amidst all of her sly cheek and drama, our hostess
presents readers and cocktail aficionados with an intriguing true
history. In Regency England, as Britain's Empire expanded,
cocktails were becoming social currency-a showcase for wealth,
trade connections, and even modern marvels like ice. The Regency
shaped British high society for a century and helped launch the
cocktail revolution we still enjoy today. As Lady Thornwood says,
"As the Regency unfolds, ships sail up the Thames from every corner
of the globe freighting exotic spices, vibrant fruits, and
marvelous elixirs. Let us toast this bounty and craft it to our
purpose. Cocktails stiffen the spine, unlock the tongue, and add
sheen to even the dullest drawing room. Coupes up!"
You're probably tired of asking the same old question, "What should
we make for dessert?" The answer is simple--cocktails! In Liquid
Dessert, professional bartender and mixologist Bryan Paiement
invites you to join him on a trip around the world to discover
cocktails inspired by the best desserts on the planet. Liquid
Dessert is not your average cocktail or dessert book but a unique
combination of the two. Traditional desserts, though delicious, can
be heavy and overwhelming after a big meal. Or you may be wavering
on whether or not to have another beverage or dessert--now it
doesn't have to be one or the other! From cocktails-inspired
favorites like Bananas Foster or Cannoli, whether you're a fan of
rich, decadent chocolate or you have more of a citrusy-tart palate,
the simple-to-follow recipes in Liquid Dessert have you covered, no
matter your craving.
A delightful history of cocktails from the era of new interstate
highways, sprouting suburbs, and atomic engineering America at
midcentury was a nation on the move, taking to wings and wheels
along the new interstate highways and in passenger jets that soared
to thirty thousand feet. Anxieties rippled, but this new Atomic Age
promised cheap power and future wonders, while the hallmark of the
era was the pleasure of an evening imbibing cocktails in mixed
company, a middle-class idea of sophisticated leisure. This new
age, stretching from the post-World War II baby boom years through
the presidency of General Dwight Eisenhower into the increasingly
volatile mid-1960s, promised affordable homes for those who had
never dreamed of owning property and an array of gleaming
appliances to fill them. For many, this was America at its
best-innovation, style, and the freedom to enjoy oneself-and the
spirit of this time is reflected in the whimsical cocktails that
rose to prominence: tiki drinks, Moscow mules, Sea Breezes, Pina
Coladas, Pink Squirrels, and Sloe Gin Fizzes. Of course, not
everyone was invited to the party. Though the drinks were getting
sweeter, the racial divide was getting more bitter-Black Americans
in search of a drink, entertainment, or a hotel room had to depend
on the Green Book for advice on places where they would be welcome
and safe. And the Cold War and Space Race proceeded ominously
throughout this period, as technological advances alternately
thrilled and terrified. The third installment in Cecelia Tichi's
tour of the cocktails enjoyed in various historical eras,
Midcentury Cocktails brings a time of limitless possibilities to
life though the cocktails created, named, and consumed.
The head of Italy's "first family" of winemaking reflects on the
Antinoris' six-hundred-year legacy and a life of good food and
drink in the hills of Tuscany. If you know wine, you know the name
Antinori. Since 1385, this noble Florentine family has produced
some of Italy's finest wines. The Hills of Chianti tells the story
of the Antinoris and the Tuscany they call home, through seven
iconic bottles that define their legacy. From the Tignanello that
ushered in the era of Super Tuscans to limited-edition vintages,
these wines embody a way of life and will excite oenophile readers
and lovers of Italy alike. In this family memoir Piero Antinori
reveals the passion, tradition, and love of craft that have driven
twenty-seven generations of vintners: from the first ancestor who
signed up to the winemakers guild in the fourteenth century to
Antinori's own three daughters, poised to carry this most
celebrated family of artisans into the future. But The Hills of
Chianti is about much more than wine. At its heart the Antinori
story is about "Tuscan-ness": a connection to the land, an
appreciation for good food and drink, and the quintessentially
Italian love of hospitality that make this one of the world's most
inspiring and memorable destinations.
The ultimate listening party guide, Booze and Vinyl shows you how
to set the mood for 70 great records from the 1950s through the
2000s. From modern craft cocktails to old standbys, prepare to
shake, stir, and just plain pour your way through some of the best
wax ever pressed. Wickedly designed and featuring photography
throughout, Booze & Vinyl is organized by mood, from Rock to
Chill, Dance, and Seduce. Each entry has liner notes that
underscore the album's musical highlights and accompanying "Side A"
and "Side B" cocktail recipes that complement the music's mood,
imagery in the lyrics, or connect the drink to the artist. This is
your guide to a rich listening session for one, two, or more. Among
the 70 featured albums are: Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club,
Purple Rain, Sticky Fingers, Born To Run, License to Ill, Appetite
for Destruction, Thriller, Like a Virgin, Low End Theory, The Rise
and Fall of Ziggy Stardust, Hotel California, Buena Vista Social
Club, Back to Black, Pet Sounds, Vampire Weekend, and many more
From The Godfather to Legally Blonde, these coasters feature the
best one-liners from 10 iconic films, paired with cocktail recipes
inspired by them. Sure to delight cinema buffs and cocktail
aficionados alike, this fun coaster book makes an ideal hostess
gift for movie night.
Learn to master the proportions of a classic Martini or
effortlessly put the finishing touches on a Moscow Mule with this
essential guide to making classic cocktails. With the guidance of
master mixologist Nick Mautone, anyone can learn to create these
classic cocktails at home. With recipes taken from Raising the Bar
(Artisan, 2004), this jam-packed cocktail handbook will teach
readers liquor fundamentals, basic mixing techniques, how to prep
certain drinks ahead of time, and what drinkware to use for each
cocktail. Within the pages are brunch staples like the Mimosa and
Bloody Mary, but also cult favourites, including the Cosmopolitan
and Margarita, and spirit-forward cocktails that never go out of
style, like the Old Fashioned and Sazerac. With all these favourite
recipes at their fingertips, home bartenders can rely on Classic
Cocktails for foolproof, easy-to-make cocktails anytime.
Get set to party with 70 great records-organized by theme, from
Rockin' to Beats, Mellow to Jazzy & Bluesy-spanning the 1950s
to today. Each entry features liner notes on the album and two
accompanying boozy beverage recipes that complement the music.
Among the featured albums are: Are You Experienced? (The Jimi
Hendrix Experience), Toys in the Attic (Aerosmith), Synchronicity
(The Police), Jagged Little Pill (Alanis Morisette), The B52s (The
B52s ), Gipsy Kings (The Gipsy Kings), Violator (Depeche Mode),
Ready to Die (The Notorious B.I.G.), Play (Moby), Lemonade
(Beyonce), Coat of Many Colors (Dolly Parton), Goodbye Yellow Brick
Road (Elton John), So (Peter Gabriel), Whitney Houston (Whitney
Houston), Oops!...I Did it Again (Britney Spears), Getz/Gilberto
(Stan Getz and Joao Gilberto), A Love Supreme (John Coltrane).
A witty and immersive look at the history, mythology, science, and
magical touch that makes whisky taste like a drop of gold. Braving
the "all boys" clubhouse of the world of whisky has not been easy,
but Shelley Sackier has managed to do just that out of her love for
the drink. By turns funny and poignant and filled with vivid
insight into this ancient craft, Make it a Double will persuade
even a teetotaler to want a wee dram. As a woman whose first sip of
whisky created the female doppelganger of a Mr. Yuk sticker, that
experience produced a sharp realization that the liquid was foul,
poisonous, and needlessly dirtied a previously clean glass. And
then she met Scotland. Her curiosity and growing passion lit a
fire-igniting a desire to learn more about this craft's rich and
vivid history and the need to break out of an old life and to
become the mother, partner, and woman she has always sought to be.
After completing a course in Scotland's famed Bruichladdich
Distillery, Shelley begins her path of writing about-and working
within-the world of whisky. There has never been a better time for
Shelley's inimitable voice to shed light on this intoxicating
realm. Women are not only impressively contributing to the
burgeoning sales of the spirit-making up nearly 40% of the
whiskey-drinking population in the United States-but they are also
growing in number as they enter in to, train within, and lead the
industry with their determined creativity and innovation. In the
tradition of Blood, Bones, and Butter, Make it a Double establishes
Shelley Sackier as a fresh new voice in the lush world of culinary
narrative.
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