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Wine Folly: Magnum Edition - Madeline Puckette & Justin Hammack Cover Art

Wine Folly: Magnum Edition

Wine Folly: Magnum Edition The Master Guide by Madeline Puckette & Justin Hammack

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER The expanded wine guide from the creators of Wine Folly, packed with new information for devotees and newbies alike. Wine Folly became a sensation for its inventive, easy-to-digest approach to learning about wine. Now in a new, expanded hardcover edition, Wine Folly: Magnum Edition is the perfect guide for anyone looking to take his or her wine knowledge to the next level. Wine Folly: Magnum Edition includes: More than 100 grapes and wines color-coded by style so you can easily find new wines you'll love;A wine region explorer with detailed maps of the top wine regions, as well as up-and-coming areas such as Greece and Hungary;Wine labeling and classification 101 for wine countries such as France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Austria;An expanded food and wine pairing section;A primer on acidity and tannin--so you can taste wine like a pro;more essential tips to help you cut through the complexity of the wine world and become an expert. Wine Folly: Magnum Edition is the must-have book for the millions of fans of Wine Folly and for any budding oenophile who wants to boost his or her wine knowledge in a practical and fun way. It's the ultimate gift for any wine lover.

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Drink - Kurt Maitland Cover Art

Drink

Drink Featuring Over 1,100 Cocktail, Wine, and Spirits Recipes (History of Cocktails, Big Cocktail Book, Home Bartender Gifts, The Bar Book, Wine and Spirits, Drinks and Beverages, Easy Recipes, Gifts for Home Mixologists) by Kurt Maitland

Drink is the definitive reference guide for the cocktail renaissance. Inside, you'll find something to satisfy everyone's taste. This ultimate cocktail book features: Over 1,100 easy-to-follow cocktail recipes that span the wide world of spirits A brief history of cocktailsA comprehensive guide to homemade ingredients, including infusions, shrubs, and simple syrupsNecessary tools to make great cocktails and an explanation of termsA guide to selecting the right spirits and perfectly garnishing your cocktailsThe importance of ice in a cocktailChapters specifically dedicated each type of spirit, along with a chapter for mocktails and non-alchoholic beveragesInterviews and signature recipes from industry insiders from bars and bartenders from around the world, from New York City to New Orleans, Belfast to Buenos Aires, and beyond. This tour around the world of cocktails will help you enhance every experience from making a cocktail for yourself or a punch for a party.

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The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition - Karen MacNeil Cover Art

The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition

The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition by Karen MacNeil

It’s America’s bestselling wine book, now fully revised, updated, and in color! Beloved and trusted by everyone, from newcomers starting their wine journey to oenophiles, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and industry insiders, The Wine Bible is comprehensive, entertaining, authoritative, beautifully written, and endlessly interesting. Page after page grounds the reader deeply in the fundamentals—vineyards and varietals, climate and terroir—while layering on passionate asides, tips, anecdotes, definitions, illustrations, maps, labels, and over 400 photographs in full-color. Plus this completely updated 3rd edition offers: New chapters on Great Britain, Croatia, Israel. A new section called In the Beginning… Wine in the Ancient World. New fully revised Great Wines section with recommended bottles to try for each country and region. Expanded chapters on France, Italy, Australia, South America, and the U.S. A deeper grape glossary including 400-plus varieties, and an expanded Mastering Wine Section incorporating latest science on taste and smell.

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Finding Mezcal - Ron Cooper & Chantal Martineau Cover Art

Finding Mezcal

Finding Mezcal A Journey into the Liquid Soul of Mexico, with 40 Cocktails by Ron Cooper & Chantal Martineau

In this groundbreaking and deeply personal book, Ron Cooper—a leading voice in the artisanal mezcal movement, and the person largely responsible for popularizing the spirit in the United States—shares everything he knows about this storied, culturally rich, and now hugely in-demand spirit, along with 40 recipes. In 1990, artist Ron Cooper was collaborating with craftspeople in Oaxaca, Mexico, when he found mezcal—or, as he likes to say, mezcal found him. This traditional spirit was virtually unknown in the United States at the time, and Cooper founded Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal in order to import it. Finding Mezcal recounts Cooper's love affair with the spirit and the people who make it; its meteoric rise in popularity; and the delicate balance between sharing mezcal with the world and facilitating its preservation. Each chapter introduces a new mezcal, its producer, and its place of origin, while also covering mezcal production methods and the botany of the maguey (aka agave) plant, from which mezcal is distilled. Featuring 40 recipes developed for Del Maguey by chefs and bartenders from around the world, the book is copiously illustrated with photographs, as well as Cooper's artwork and that of his friend Ken Price, who illustrated Del Maguey's now-iconic labels.

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The Way of the Cocktail - Julia Momosé & Emma Janzen Cover Art

The Way of the Cocktail

The Way of the Cocktail Japanese Traditions, Techniques, and Recipes by Julia Momosé & Emma Janzen

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • A rich, transportive guide to the world of Japanese cocktails from acclaimed bartender Julia Momosé of Kumiko ONE OF THE TEN BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: Boston Globe • ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: Vanity Fair, Food52, Wired • “A love letter to the art of preparing a drink.”— Vanity Fair With its studious devotion to tradition, craftsmanship, and hospitality, Japanese cocktail culture is an art form treated with reverence. In this essential guide, Japanese American bartender Julia Momosé of Kumiko and Kikkō in Chicago takes us on a journey into this realm. She educates and inspires while breaking down master techniques and delving into the soul of the culture: the traditions and philosophy, the tools and the spirits—and the complex layering of these elements that makes this approach so significant.   The recipes are inspired by the twenty-four micro-seasons that define the flow of life in Japan. Enter a world where the spiced woodsy cocktail called Autumn’s Jacket evokes the smoldering burn of smoking rice fields in fall, and where the Delicate Refusal tells the tale of spring’s tragic beauty, with tequila blanco and a flutter of sakura petals. Perfected classics like the Manhattan and Negroni, riffs on some of Japan’s most beloved cocktails like the Whisky Highball, and even alcohol-free drinks influenced by ingredients such as yuzu, matcha, and umé round out the collection.

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Judgment of Paris - George M Taber Cover Art

Judgment of Paris

Judgment of Paris California vs. France and the Historic 1976 Paris Tasting That Revolutionized Wine by George M Taber

The only reporter present at the mythic Paris Tasting of 1976 for the first time introduces the eccentric American winemakers and records the tremendous aftershocks of this historic event that changed forever the world of wine. The Paris Tasting of 1976 will forever be remembered as the landmark event that transformed the wine industry. At this legendary contest—a blind tasting—a panel of top French wine experts shocked the industry by choosing unknown California wines over France’s best. George M. Taber, the only reporter present, recounts this seminal contest and its far-reaching effects, focusing on three gifted unknowns behind the winning wines: a college lecturer, a real estate lawyer, and a Yugoslavian immigrant. With unique access to the main players and a contagious passion for his subject, Taber renders this historic event and its tremendous aftershocks—repositioning the industry and sparking a golden age for viticulture across the globe. With an eclectic cast of characters and magnificent settings, Judgment of Paris is an illuminating tale and a story of the entrepreneurial spirit of the new world conquering the old.

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How to make the best coffee at home - James Hoffmann Cover Art

How to make the best coffee at home

How to make the best coffee at home Sunday Times bestseller from world-class barista by James Hoffmann

We all expect to be able to buy an excellent cup of coffee from the many brilliant coffee shops available. But what about the coffee we make at home? Shouldn't that be just as good? Coffee guru James Hoffmann runs Square Mile Coffee, as well as creating extremely informative, and popular, kit and coffee reviews for his YouTube and Instagram channels. In his latest book he demonstrates everything you need to know to make consistently excellent coffee at home, including: what kit is worth buying, and what isn't; how to grind coffee; the basics of brewing for all major equipment (cafetiere, aeropress, stovetop etc); understanding coffee drinks, from the cortado to latte; the perfect espresso; and taking it to the next level - home roasting.

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The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee - James Freeman, Caitlin Freeman & Tara Duggan Cover Art

The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee

The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee Growing, Roasting, and Drinking, with Recipes by James Freeman, Caitlin Freeman & Tara Duggan

One of the country's most celebrated roasters explains how to choose, brew, and enjoy the new breed of artisan coffees at home, along with 40 inventive recipes that incorporate coffee or taste good with a cup. Blue Bottle Coffee Company has quickly become one of America’s most celebrated roasters. Famous for its complex and flavorful coffees, Blue Bottle delights its devoted patrons with exquisite pour-overs, delicious espressi, and specialized brewing methods.  Yet as coffee production becomes more sophisticated with specialized extraction techniques and Japanese coffee gadgets, the new artisan coffees can seem out of reach.  The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee  explains this new world from farm to cup, exploring the bounty of beans available and the intricate steps that go into sourcing raw coffee from around the globe. Blue Bottle founder James Freeman coaches you through brewing the perfect cup of coffee, using methods as diverse as French press, nel drip, siphon, and more to produce the best flavor.  For coffee lovers who want to roll up their sleeves and go deeper, Freeman explains step by step how to roast beans at home using standard kitchen tools—just like he did when starting out.  The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee  also introduces a home technique for cupping, the industry method of tasting coffees for quality control, so you can hone your taste and share your meticulously roasted coffee with friends.  Rounding out the book are more than thirty inventive recipes from Blue Bottle pastry chef and former Miette bakery owner Caitlin Freeman that incorporate coffee or just taste particularly good with coffee, such as Saffron Vanilla Snickerdoodles, Stout Coffee Cake with Pecan-Caraway Streusel, Affogato with Smoky Almond Ice Cream, Coffee Panna Cotta, and more.  With more than one hundred stunning photographs showing coffee’s journey from just-harvested cherry to perfect drink, this distinctive and deep guide to the new breed of amazing coffees from one of the top artisan coffee makers will change the way you think about—and drink—coffee.

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The Search for God and Guinness - Stephen Mansfield Cover Art

The Search for God and Guinness

The Search for God and Guinness A Biography of the Beer that Changed the World by Stephen Mansfield

The history of Guinness, one of the world's most famous brands, reveals the noble heights and generosity of a great family and an innovative business. The history began in Ireland during the late 1700s when the water in Ireland as well as throughout Europe was famously undrinkable, and the gin and whiskey that took its place was devastating civil society. It was a disease ridden, starvation plagued, alcoholic age, and Christians like Arthur Guinness, as well as monks and evangelical churches, brewed beer that provided a healthier alternative to the poisonous waters and liquors of the times. This is where the Guinness tale began. Now, 246 years and 150 countries later, Guinness is a global brand and one of the most consumed beverages in the world. The tale that unfolds during those two and a half centuries has power to thrill audiences today including: the generational drama, business adventure, industrial and social reforms, deep-felt faith, and the beer itself. The Search for God and Guinness is an amazing, true story of how the Guinness family used its wealth and influence to touch millions during a dark age.

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World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition - Hugh Johnson & Jancis Robinson Cover Art

World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition

World Atlas of Wine 8th Edition by Hugh Johnson & Jancis Robinson

"The most useful single volume on wine ever published... If I owned only one wine book, it would be this one." - Andrew Jefford, Decanter Few wine books can be called classic, but the first edition of The World Atlas of Wine made publishing history when it appeared in 1971. It is recognized by critics as the essential and most authoritative wine reference work available. This eighth edition will bring readers, both old and new, up to date with the world of wine. To reflect all the changes in the global wine scene over the past six years, the Atlas has grown in size to include over 300 pages and 200 superb maps. The text has been given a complete overhaul to address the topics of most vital interest to today's wine-growers and drinkers. With beautiful photography throughout, Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson, the world's most respected wine-writing duo, have once again joined forces to create a classic that no wine lover can afford to be without. Contents Includes... Introduction The Ancient World and Middle Ages The Evolution of Modern Wine Grape Varieties Temperature and Sunlight The Changing Climate Terroir Creating a Vineyard How to Make Wine Oak and its uses Stoppering Wine Labels Tasting and Discussing Wine The World of Wine France Italy Spain Portugal Germany Austria Hungary Greece North America South America Australia New Zealand South Africa Asia And Much More! "The World Atlas of Wine is the single most important reference book on the shelf of any wine student." - Eric Asimov, New York Times 'Simply superb work... buy it if you like wine at all.' - Victoria Moore, Telegraph "Like a good bottle of wine, you'll find yourself going back to it again and again... Perfect for anyone who has a thirst for greater wine knowledge." - Edward Deitch, NBC/today.com "The World Atlas of Wine belongs on your shelf... The essential rootstock of any true wine lover's library. A multi-layered snapshot of wine and how it has evolved." - Dave McIntyre, Washington Post

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The Beer Bible: Second Edition - Jeff Alworth Cover Art

The Beer Bible: Second Edition

The Beer Bible: Second Edition by Jeff Alworth

The most comprehensive guide to the world of beer, with everything you need to know bout what to drink, where, when and why.   “The ultimate guide.” — Sports Illustrated   Imagine sitting in your favorite pub with a good friend who just happens to have won a TACP Award—a major culinary accolade—for writing the book about beer. Then imagine that he’s been spending the years following the first edition exploring all the changes that continue to shape and evolve the brewing world. That’s this book, the completely revised and updated bible on beer that covers everything: The History , or how we got from the birth of malting and national traditions to a hazy IPA in 12,000 years. The Variety : dozens of styles and hundreds of brews, along with recommended “Beers to Know.” The Curiosity : If beer’s your passion, you’ll delight in learning what type of hops went into a favorite beer and where to go for beer tourism, as well as profiles of breweries from around the world. And lastly, The Pleasure . Because, ultimately, that’s what it’s all about.   “A tome worthy of its name.” — Food and Wine   “Easily digestible for drinkers of all levels.”— Imbibe   “Pick up this book as a refresher or a gift, lest we forget that spreading beer education is just as important as advocating for good beer itself.”— Beer Advocate    

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The New IPA - Scott Janish Cover Art

The New IPA

The New IPA Scientific Guide to Hop Aroma and Flavor by Scott Janish

In The NEW IPA, Scott Janish scours through hundreds of academic studies, collecting and translating the relevant hop science into one easily digestible book. Through experiments, lab tests, discussions with researchers, and interviews with renowned and award-winning commercial brewers, the NEW IPA will get you to think differently about brewing processes and ingredient selection that define today's hop-forward beers. It's a must-have book for those that love to brew hoppy hazy beer and a scientific guide for those who want to push the limits of hop flavor and aroma!

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Tasting Beer, 2nd Edition - Randy Mosher, Ray Daniels & Sam Calagione Cover Art

Tasting Beer, 2nd Edition

Tasting Beer, 2nd Edition An Insider's Guide to the World's Greatest Drink by Randy Mosher, Ray Daniels & Sam Calagione

This completely updated second edition of the best-selling beer resource features the most current information on beer styles, flavor profiles, sensory evaluation guidelines, craft beer trends, food and beer pairings, and draft beer systems.  You’ll learn to identify the scents, colors, flavors, mouth-feel, and vocabulary of the major beer styles — including ales, lagers, weissbeirs, and Belgian beers — and develop a more nuanced understanding of your favorite brews with in-depth sections on recent developments in the science of taste. Spirited drinkers will also enjoy the new section on beer cocktails that round out this comprehensive volume.

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WineWise - Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith & Michael A. Weiss Cover Art

WineWise

WineWise by Steven Kolpan, Brian H. Smith & Michael A. Weiss

The James Beard Award-winning classic "for beginners or professionals who want all the facts and stories in a concise, easy-to-follow format" (Laura Maniec, owner, Corkbuzz Wine Studio).   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!   "Reading  WineWise  is like having a great conversation about my favorite topic—wine! Enjoy exploring the diverse wine regions and then finish with how to pair wines with food. The ideas and thoughts behind the wine and food pairing chapters just make plain sense, and, of course, you may need another glass of wine."—Bruce Cakebread, president, Cakebread Cellars   "Nothing pretentious here.  WineWise  is fun, friendly, and packed with information on wines of the world, particularly ones that won't break the bank."—Tara Q. Thomas, executive editor,  Wine & Spirits

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Wine Simple: Perfect Pairings - Aldo Sohm & Christine Muhlke Cover Art

Wine Simple: Perfect Pairings

Wine Simple: Perfect Pairings An Ingenious Guide to Enjoying Wine with Food by Aldo Sohm & Christine Muhlke

Choose the right bottle for any occasion, whether you're out to eat or staying in, by learning to think like a sommelier—from the world-renowned wine expert and author of Wine Simple Sommelier Aldo Sohm knows that the right wine can make or break a meal. As the wine director of New York’s three-Michelin-starred restaurant Le Bernardin, he draws on his decades of experience to help diners navigate a carefully curated wine list and select the perfect bottle to accompany their food. The perfect pairing can be transformative: The wine makes the food taste better, the food makes the wine taste better, and the synergy between the two takes your meal to a whole new dimension. If you’re not a professional, however, understanding how to pair food and wine can be daunting. Enter Perfect Pairings . Whether you’re scanning a restaurant's giant wine list or picking up a bottle for a dinner party, Perfect Pairings teaches you how to choose the right wine for the moment. Aldo distills his vast database of expert knowledge into a fun and useful guide that you can turn to at any time. Most wine pairing books simply list which wines to pair with which foods, but Wine Simple: Perfect Pairings goes a step further, teaching you how to think like a sommelier and create the pairings yourself. You’ll learn basic information about the wines you’ll be pairing, followed by ways to think about the elements of what you eat; together, these tools form an ingenious wine-pairing method created by Aldo. Plenty of visual guides, cheat-sheets, and hand-holding will guide you along the way. With the tools Aldo provides, you'll learn how to find the perfect pairing for everything from Thai red curry (dry Riesling) to a burger with fries and ketchup (cabernet franc). Whether you’re new to wine pairing or want to level up your knowledge, Perfect Pairings will become your go-to guide for deciding what to drink with your meal.

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Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour - Gail Greco Cover Art

Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour

Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour More than 75 Recipes for Tea, Small Plates, Sweets and More – Perfect for Tea Lovers by Gail Greco

Relax and unwind as you enjoy delicious and unforgettable tea parties with your family and friends. Afternoon tea is more than a meal—it's a moment to pause, breathe, and savor life. Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour features more than 75 recipes to make your teatime memorable. Inside you'll find easy-to-follow recipes to create tea sandwiches, scones, breads, cakes, dips, and of course—tea. Whether you're throwing a vintage tea party or looking for high tea food ideas, there's something for everyone. Bestselling author Gail Greco also shares cooking and serving tea tips, tea etiquette, insight into the differences between using tea bags, a tea kettle, and loose leaves, and the lingo used by tea connoisseurs. In Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour, you'll find: Plenty of teatime favorites, like Apple Hibiscus Tea, Tea Toddy One-Shot, Alice's Sorbet Float Tea, and Basic Barista Tea Latte with Rooibos.For appetizers, Gail shares crowd-pleasers like Cheddar Ranch Crab Dip, Spicy Baked Artichoke Bruschetta, Pizza Cupcakes, and Mini Soft Baked Pretzels.If you're craving sandwiches, you'll find Pimento Pita Pocket Poufs and Food Truck Zone Shrimp/Corn ' Wiches.And to keep everyone excited, you'll find Tea-Thyme Ginger Bars, Glazed Lemon Loaf Cake, Teasicles, Potato Chip Walnut Tartlets, and Puddle-of-Chocolate and Chai Pots de Crème. There's something for everyone! This beautiful cookbook will provide you with the high tea food ideas you can't find anywhere else. Afternoon Tea Is the New Happy Hour is a wildly creative mix of vintage and modern. Pinkies up, it's teatime!

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The Gin Dictionary - David T Smith Cover Art

The Gin Dictionary

The Gin Dictionary by David T Smith

"Comprehensive...will enhance your gin appreciation" - The New York Times An A-Z compendium of everything you need to know about gin, from botanicals to the perfect G&T. Includes 20 gin cocktail recipes. Gin is the spirit of the moment, the discerning drinker's tipple of choice. But with a gin revolution currently sweeping the world, it has never been a more fascinating - and complex - subject. The Gin Dictionary is the gin-drinker's guide to this special spirit. With hundreds of entries covering everything from history, ingredients and distilling techniques to flavour notes, cocktails and the many varieties of gin around the world, award-winning gin expert David T. Smith explores the key factors behind your drink.

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Art of Tea - Steve Schwartz Cover Art

Art of Tea

Art of Tea A Journey of Ritual, Discovery, and Impact by Steve Schwartz

Have you ever wished the world would just stop for a minute? What if it could? As a teenager, Steve Schwartz lived in 24/7 survival mode, going hungry whenever he couldn't find enough work to pay for a school lunch. At the age of eighteen, he nursed his dying mother through the final stages of terminal cancer. His mother's death launched him on a journey to the far reaches of the world, where he discovered a passion for the ancient, calming rituals of tea. Fascinated by the craft, he voyaged with sages and tea gurus around the globe, sourcing in far-flung fields and developing award-winning blends along the way, turning that passion into world-renowned teas. Join Steve, the founder of Art of Tea, as he reveals the surprising true story behind its international success. Learn how he grew a tiny tea concept into partnerships with brands like Wolfgang Puck, Caesars Palace, Disney, and Vera Wang, all through the timeless ritual of tea itself—and its mysterious ability to carve small pockets of peace into modern life.

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The Winemaker's Hand - Natalie Berkowitz Cover Art

The Winemaker's Hand

The Winemaker's Hand Conversations on Talent, Technique, and Terroir by Natalie Berkowitz

More than 40 vintners from across America and around the world reveal their winemaking secrets in this collection of fascinating interviews.   In  The Winemaker's Hand , professional winemakers from Napa Valley to the Finger Lakes and from Chile to Italy share their personal approach to the ancient—yet constantly evolving—craft of winemaking. In candid discussions, they reveal how a combination of talent, passion, and experience shape the outcome of their individual wines.    Wine and food writer Natalie Berkowitz interviews winemakers from small family wineries as well as large corporations that produce bottles in the hundreds of thousands. They discuss familiar and unfamiliar grape varietals, local terroirs, and the vagaries of Mother Nature—as well as how new technologies are revolutionizing historic winemaking practices.   Complete with personal recipes, maps of winemaking regions, and an aroma wheel capturing the vast array of wine's complex flavors and aromas,  The Winemaker's Hand  is a globe-hopping tour through the world of wine.

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COCKTAILS - Cider Mill Press Cover Art

COCKTAILS

COCKTAILS The New Classics by Cider Mill Press

This beautiful black cloth book is the comprehensive guide to cocktail making, brought to you by award-winning mixologists from high profile bars around the world. Show off your skills this holiday season and be the life of the Christmas party. This elegant book traverses the world of cocktails, from Paris to Tokyo, New Orleans to London, and beyond. Take at-home bartending to the next level and learn to make professional drinks that have consistently wowed customers around the globe. This eye-catching volume captures the heart of the cocktail renaissance. Whether you have a reverence for the classics or a passion for concocting new and exciting flavors, these recipes guarantee you'll have a drink for every occasion. Bartending novices and experts alike will love this stunning anthology of cocktails. Inside you'll find: 500 delicious recipes from the cocktail capitals of the worldStunning, full-color photography of each drinkGorgeous black cloth packaging with debossingNecessary tools of the trade and where you can buy everything you needTips for purchasing the perfect liquor and spirits for your at-home barAn in-depth guide to ice, simple syrups, shrubs, and bitters to elevate your cocktailsRecipes for hundreds of homemade ingredients: from syrups to blends, infusions, tinctures, foams, and more, you’ll be crafting bespoke ingredients in no time With iconic drinks from visionaries of the craft cocktail movement, happy hour can't come soon enough. This treasury of libations makes a great gift for: Christmas or New YearsGraduates and graduationBirthdays, holidays, or any special occasionHost or hostess, and housewarming celebrationsFor bachelor or bachelorette parties or newlyweds who love cocktails.

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Trader Vic's Tropical Cocktails - Trader Vic's Cover Art

Trader Vic's Tropical Cocktails

Trader Vic's Tropical Cocktails 175 Recipes from the Legendary Restaurant by Trader Vic's

From the legendary creator of the Mai Tai comes the ultimate guide to tiki cocktails and entertaining. Featuring 175 recipes, hidden gems, and expert techniques, Trader Vic’s brings Polynesian flair home. From the iconic creator of the Mai Tai comes the ultimate guide to tropical cocktails and entertaining with authentic Polynesian flair: Trader Vic's Modern Tropical Cocktails. Trader Vic’s—founded by Victor "Trader Vic" Bergeron in 1934 in Oakland, California—is one of the most influential names in cocktail history. Known for inventing the Mai Tai in 1944, Trader Vic's introduced American palates to global flavors and exotic ingredients at a time when international cuisine was still a rarity. Today, Trader Vic’s operates select restaurants worldwide, maintaining the hallmarks of its signature style, including wood-fired Chinese ovens and carefully crafted cocktails. Its resurgence has been fueled by a renewed interest in tiki culture and classic cocktails, making Trader Vic’s a cornerstone of the global cocktail renaissance. This comprehensive collection features 175 cocktail recipes from around the world, including signature drinks from every Trader Vic's location—past and present. Rediscover forgotten classics like the Doctor Funk of Tahiti, El Diablo, and Menehune Juice, alongside the iconic Mai Tai. This book also unveils hidden gems and old recipes that have been out of circulation for decades, giving new life to drinks that defined an era. Each recipe reflects Trader Vic’s expertise in balancing bold flavors and exotic ingredients, with detailed guidance on techniques and presentation. The collection captures the rich history and global reach of the Trader Vic’s brand, showcasing its influence on modern cocktail culture. Trader Vic’s Modern Tropical Cocktails is more than just a drinks book—it’s a symbol of sophisticated entertaining and imaginative mixology. With an emphasis on global flavors, drawing inspiration from Polynesia, Asia, and the Caribbean, cocktail connoisseurs and home bartenders can transport gatherings to a tropical paradise with the timeless charm and expert craftsmanship of Trader Vic’s.

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Bar Menu - André Darlington Cover Art

Bar Menu

Bar Menu 100+ Drinking Food Recipes for Cocktail Hours at Home by André Darlington

Craft unforgettable happy hours at home with this globally inspired collection of 100+ bar bites and cocktail pairings from the bestselling author of Booze & Vinyl and The New Cocktail Hour. Enjoy the world’s favorite drinking snacks with this stylish recipe book featuring more than 100 delicious, easy-to-prepare dishes. Award-winning food-and-drink writer André Darlington serves up creative bites and reimagined classics from around the globe—everything from quick nosh to wowing party-pleasers—to make Bar Menu the ultimate handbook for boozy eating and entertaining at home. Whether you are a cocktailer looking for food pairings or an armchair traveler eager to recreate iconic bar bites, this is your global guide for companion drink ideas for every dish, 30+ cocktail recipes, quick history lessons, plus tricks and tips on everything from curating menus to batching drinks for a crowd of family and friends. Recipes include Persian Saffron Pistachios, Piri Piri Shrimp Cocktail, Cacio e Pepe Frittata, Gin-Cured Gravlax, Cocktail Ramen Eggs, Italian Riviera Meatballs, Sticky Flanken Ribs, Jalapeño-Corn Sablés, Mezcal Pudding, African Ginger Cakes, and many more.

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The Bartender's Manifesto - Toby Maloney, Emma Janzen & The Bartenders of The Violet Hour Cover Art

The Bartender's Manifesto

The Bartender's Manifesto How to Think, Drink, and Create Cocktails Like a Pro by Toby Maloney, Emma Janzen & The Bartenders of The Violet Hour

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • Offering a foundational approach to cocktails, this manual from a James Beard Award-winning trailblazer will have you understanding and creating original drinks like a seasoned barkeep. Take a raucous romp through the essential stages of fashioning cocktails and learn the hows and whys of bartending with acclaimed mixologist Toby Maloney and the team from The Violet Hour. When the pioneering cocktail bar opened in Chicago in 2007, it set a high standard with an innovative training program that teaches not just how to replicate classic cocktail recipes flawlessly, but how to embrace ingenuity, make smart decisions, and create original, inspired recipes from rote. Like cooks who can peer into their pantry and whip up dinner on the fly, no recipe needed, those who follow the methods in The Bartender's Manifesto will have the technical foundation and confidence to take their cocktail skills to the next level and fabricate a drink from any ingredients at hand.   First, dive deep into the mechanics of creating cocktails with the right balance, texture, aroma, and temperature. From there, Toby goes well beyond the fine-tuned mechanics of the craft, covering how to kickstart the creative process and bring professional-level complexity and sophistication to drinks. Additional essays offer insider intel on how to offer top-notch hospitality (at the bar and at home), find comfort in the everyday rituals of the craft, and spark surprise and curiosity in the process. With detailed insights into The Violet Hour’s greatest recipes, expert tips from bar alumni, and helpful step-by-step illustrations and photographs, readers will come away with a deeper understanding of what makes the bar’s training program so legendary, plus the superpower of creating imaginative cocktails that reflect their personal style and creativity.

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The Savoy Cocktail Book - Harry Craddock Cover Art

The Savoy Cocktail Book

The Savoy Cocktail Book by Harry Craddock

Harry Craddock was a United States citizen who left during Prohibition and joined the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel, London. He was one of the most famous cocktail barmen of the 1920s and 1930s. Craddock's "The Savoy Cocktail Book" was first published in 1930, has never gone out of print, and today remains a classic of the most popular recipes for cocktail drinks. Craddock also invented a number of classic cocktails, including the famous Corpse Reviver #2, the White Lady, and popularized the Dry Martini.

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Bartender's Guide

Bartender's Guide An A to Z Companion to All Your Favorite Drinks by John K Waters

The Bar Is Open Whether you're looking for to mix a traditional martini or concoct one of today's more trendy cocktails, you'll find everything you need to shake, stir, and serve over 2,000 drinks with style in this easy-to-use Bartender's Guide . Includes: • Step-by-step mixing instructions • Proper glassware and garnishes • Advice on stocking a home bar • Definitions of mixology terms • A complete liquor index

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Wine for Normal People

Wine for Normal People A Guide for Real People Who Like Wine, but Not the Snobbery That Goes with It by Elizabeth Schneider

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.

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Vitamix Blender Cookbook

Vitamix Blender Cookbook Speed Blender Recipes Using the Vitamix for More Than Just Smoothies! by Kitchen to Table Publishing

Whether you’re experienced or new to the world of speed blenders, the Vitamix Blender Cookbook is exactly what you need to make the best of your Vitamix or other speed blender. Many people only use these amazing machines for smoothies and drinks, but this cookbook is about to show you a whole new world. Inside, you will find tons of exciting blender recipes to make more than just smoothies. Here’s a sneak peak of what easy and delicious await you inside: - Apple Salsa - Pancakes - Peach Sorbet - Pesto - Strawberry Chia Jam - And Much More! What are you waiting for? Learn the most delicious recipes to make the most of your speed blender today!

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Homegrown Tea

Homegrown Tea An Illustrated Guide to Planting, Harvesting, and Blending Teas and Tisanes by Cassie Liversidge

Homegrown Tea explains how to grow a large variety of plants in your own garden, on a balcony or even on a window sill could become your tea cupboard. It shows you how to grow your tea from seeds, cuttings, or small plants, as well as which parts of the plant are used to make tea. Liversidge lays out when and how to harvest your plants, as well as information on how to prepare the plant, including how to dry tea leaves to make tea you can store to last you throughout the year. As a guide to using tea to make you feel better, there are nutritional and medicinal benefits. Finally, there is an illustrated guide to show how to make up fresh and dried teabags and how to serve a delicious homegrown tea. It is sustainable way to look at a beverage, which is steeped in history and tradition. Sample drinks include well-known plants such as rose hips, mint, sage, hibiscus, and lavender, as well as more obscure ones like chicory, angelica, apple geranium, and lemon verbena.

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The World Atlas of Gin

The World Atlas of Gin Explore the gins of more than 50 countries by Joel Harrison & Neil Ridley

'Excellent' - Susy Atkins, the Telegraph For everyone and anyone who wants to understand more about gin, this is the definitive guide - covering the best gins the world has to offer, history and production methods, and the countries that have helped make gin a global success story. Never has there been a more striking revolution in the world of distilled spirits than the current renaissance of gin. With small craft distilleries popping up all over the world, from Texas to Tasmania, more varieties and techniques being used than ever before, and a tapestry of tastes from light and citrusy to big bold savoury notes, gin's appeal is extraordinarily wide and varied. From gin made in small batches from local botanicals, through to large facilities which make some of the world's most recognized gin brands, World Atlas of Gin looks at everything from the botanical to the bottle: how and where botanicals are grown and harvested and their role within the flavour of gin; producers and the stories behind their brands; exactly where, and how, gins are made; and, country by country, the best examples to try. Global cocktails are covered too, including the history and country of origin of some of the best-known mixed gin drinks.

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Weight Loss Smoothies: 45 Delicious Smoothie Recipes to Lose Weight and Get Healthy

Weight Loss Smoothies: 45 Delicious Smoothie Recipes to Lose Weight and Get Healthy by Savannah Gibbs

Are you ready to lose weight and get healthy? Weight loss smoothies can help! Losing weight takes determination and for many people the attempt is short-lived. Part of the reason why weight loss is difficult is that the typical diet food is bland. If you are looking for an alternative to the same old diets, why not add smoothies to the equation. Weight loss smoothies might be the answer you have been looking for to help jump start your journey to fitness. Weight loss smoothies are made with ingredients that are low in fat and calories and high in nutrients. The fruits and vegetables used in these smoothies are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The fiber in the smoothies will lower your cholesterol in a delicious way. Additionally, many smoothies contain substances that suppress appetite, so you will feel full without 'loading up.' This book will make it easy for you to enjoy weight loss smoothies. By reading this book, you'll learn: Tips for making delicious and healthy smoothies 45 Best weight loss smoothie recipes It doesn't matter if you're a beginner or an experienced drinker of smoothies, this book offers a great selection of new ideas that you'll want to try. Download your copy of Weight Loss Smoothies right now!

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Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits

Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits Innovative Flavor Combinations, Plus Homemade Versions of Kahlúa, Cointreau, and Other Popular Liqueurs by Andrew Schloss

Add your favorite flavors and sweeteners to vodka, brandy, whiskey, and rum to make delicious homemade liqueurs. Andrew Schloss shows you simple techniques for making liqueurs using standard kitchen equipment, providing hundreds of recipes for blending your own flavored spirits with cinnamon, chocolate, honey, peaches, or anything else that might suit your fancy. Learn how easy it is to make your own versions of Baileys, Triple Sec, and Kahlúa, or try your hand at creating new and unique flavor combinations. Cheers!

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Kindred Spirits

Kindred Spirits Cocktails for Two by Stephanie Wahler

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 playlist, and more. Alongside cocktail paraphernalia or a bottle of liquor, Kindred Spirits is a lovely newlywed, engagement, anniversary, or housewarming gift for couples who enjoy mixing up tasty cocktails at home. Cheers to love, libations, and happily ever after! MAKES DATE NIGHT FUN AND EASY TO PLAN: Mixing and sipping on a delicious bev with your boo is an enjoyable way to spend time together. Kindred Spirits offers 40 delicious drink recipes plus tons of great ideas for romantic activities that will bring couples closer together, such as a dance party, a home-cooked meal, and low-key ways to celebrate Valentine's Day.  IDEAL ENGAGEMENT OR WEDDING GIFT: Rather than gifting an engaged couple a handbook on wedding planning, give them the gift that keeps on giving. Packed with tasty cocktail recipes and fun things to do together, this will be one of the best engagement, shower, or wedding gifts they'll receive. FOR COUPLES AT ANY STAGE: Alongside a shaker, playful ice cube molds, or pretty glassware, Kindred Spirits makes a thoughtful gift for couples at any stage of their relationship. The recipes are flexible enough to inspire delectable drinks for de-stressing while wedding planning, celebrating a milestone anniversary, cheers-ing to a new home, or toasting a newly empty nest.  ROMANTIC GIFT FOR HIM OR HER: Give this to your mixology-loving partner as a thoughtful anniversary or Valentine's Day present, or as a stocking stuffer. Kindred Spirits is full of ways to keep having fun with your person. Perfect for:Couples who are interested in mixology and like making drinks at homeNewlyweds and engaged couplesCocktail-loving couples who are moving in together or have bought their first house Shoppers looking for an anniversary, engagement, housewarming, or Valentine's Day giftFans of @bevsbybeverly and popular cocktail accounts with beautiful visuals and easy recipes

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The Book of Coffee

The Book of Coffee A philosophy by Julian Baggini & James Hoffmann

'What is so appealing about the ideas in this book is that we could pivot coffee from being the driving force behind excessive hours and a poor work-life balance into being a drink that lets us contemplate meaning and purpose in a different way.' James Hoffmann, author of the Sunday Times bestseller, How to Make the Best Coffee at Home . Philosopher Julian Baggini and coffee expert James Hoffmann team up In this beguiling deep dive into what the world's favourite hot drink can teach us about the art of living. Julian Baggini has long been fascinated by the philosophical underpinnings of how we eat and drink, and the chance discovery in Tokyo of a copy of The Book of Tea by Kakuza Okakura (published in 1906) led him on a journey to explore our relationship with coffee. Coffee is the ritual that begins and gets us through the day, it not only fuels us but has shaped the very fabric of modern life. Our cup of coffee allows for a moment of deeper connection, both with oneself and others, through attentive preparation and consumption. A moment to embrace life's absurdity with joy and alertness. This little book on coffee is something ultimately enriching and life affirming, an elevation of the everyday and a pleasure to read - a treatise on how we can infuse the seemingly mundane with moments of mindful attention and meaning. It will appeal not only to coffee lovers but to anyone intrigued by the intersections of culture, philosophy, and everyday life. In tracing the deep roots of coffee in our imagination, The Book of Coffee reveals why this humble drink remains a profound and lasting symbol of life itself.

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Smuggler's Cove

Smuggler's Cove Exotic Cocktails, Rum, and the Cult of Tiki by Martin Cate & Rebecca Cate

JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • SPIRITED AWARD WINNER • “This indispensable book is the definitive volume on one of the cocktail world’s most fascinating and complex genres.”—Jordan Mackay, co-author of Secrets of the Sommeliers WINNER: 2017 JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION BOOK AWARD, BEVERAGE WINNER: 2017 SPIRITED AWARDS (TALES OF THE COCKTAIL): BEST NEW COCKTAIL & BARTENDING BOOK A colorful journey into the lore and legend of tiki, from its birth in Depression-era America to its modern-day revival—from the founders and owners of Smuggler’s Cove, the most acclaimed tiki bar of the modern era Featuring more than 100 delicious recipes (original and historic), plus a groundbreaking new approach to understanding rum, Smuggler’s Cove is the magnum opus of the contemporary tiki renaissance. From tiki’s birth as an escapist fantasy for Depression-era Americans; how exotic cocktails were invented, stolen, and re-invented; Hollywood starlets and scandals; and tiki’s newfound popularity, Martin and Rebecca Cate, founders and owners of Smuggler’s Cove in San Francisco, explore tiki’s storied history. Whether you’re looking for a new favorite cocktail, tips on how to trick out your home tiki grotto, help stocking your bar with great rums, or inspiration for your next tiki party, Smuggler’s Cove has everything you need to transform your world into a Polynesian Pop fantasia. Make yourself a Mai Tai, put your favorite exotica record on the hi-fi, and prepare to lose yourself in the fantastical world of tiki, one of the most alluring—and often misunderstood—movements in American cultural history.

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2026 Certified Specialist of Wine Study Guide

2026 Certified Specialist of Wine Study Guide by Jane Nickles

An educational resource published by the Society of Wine Educators. Intended for use by candidates preparing to take the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Exam. This study guide is published by the Society of Wine Educators and is, along with the accompanying workbook, the official study material published and approved by the Society of Wine Educators for its Certified Specialist of Wine Exam.

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Liquid Intelligence

Liquid Intelligence The Art and Science of the Perfect Cocktail by Dave Arnold

Winner of the 2015 James Beard Award for Best Beverage Book and the 2015 IACP Jane Grigson Award. A revolutionary approach to making better-looking, better-tasting drinks. In Dave Arnold’s world, the shape of an ice cube, the sugars and acids in an apple, and the bubbles in a bottle of champagne are all ingredients to be measured, tested, and tweaked. With Liquid Intelligence, the creative force at work in Booker & Dax, New York City’s high-tech bar, brings readers behind the counter and into the lab. There, Arnold and his collaborators investigate temperature, carbonation, sugar concentration, and acidity in search of ways to enhance classic cocktails and invent new ones that revolutionize your expectations about what a drink can look and taste like. Years of rigorous experimentation and study—botched attempts and inspired solutions—have yielded the recipes and techniques found in these pages. Featuring more than 120 recipes and nearly 450 color photographs, Liquid Intelligence begins with the simple—how ice forms and how to make crystal-clear cubes in your own freezer—and then progresses into advanced techniques like clarifying cloudy lime juice with enzymes, nitro-muddling fresh basil to prevent browning, and infusing vodka with coffee, orange, or peppercorns. Practical tips for preparing drinks by the pitcher, making homemade sodas, and building a specialized bar in your own home are exactly what drink enthusiasts need to know. For devotees seeking the cutting edge, chapters on liquid nitrogen, chitosan/gellan washing, and the applications of a centrifuge expand the boundaries of traditional cocktail craft. Arnold’s book is the beginning of a new method of making drinks, a problem-solving approach grounded in attentive observation and creative techniques. Readers will learn how to extract the sweet flavor of peppers without the spice, why bottling certain drinks beforehand beats shaking them at the bar, and why quinine powder and succinic acid lead to the perfect gin and tonic. Liquid Intelligence is about satisfying your curiosity and refining your technique, from red-hot pokers to the elegance of an old-fashioned. Whether you’re in search of astounding drinks or a one-of-a-kind journey into the next generation of cocktail making, Liquid Intelligence is the ultimate standard—one that no bartender or drink enthusiast should be without.

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Italian Wines 2026

Italian Wines 2026 by Gambero Rosso

Now in its 29th edition, Italian Wines 2026 is the English-language version of Gambero Rosso’s Vini d'Italia 2026. More complete than ever, the guide reviews 2,647 wineries and a total of 25,00 wines, awarding the classic scores ranging from 0 to 3 Glasses according to the quality of the label. 508 wines received our experts’ highest rating this year. This is a fundamental and essential volume for all those who work in the sector or are interested in quality Italian wines.

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The Bourbon Bible

The Bourbon Bible by Eric Zandona

Bourbon is booming, and this guide will teach you all you need to know. Eric Zandona - spirits specialist at the American Distilling Institute - explores 140 of the finest bourbons in the world, from the big-name classics to tiny craft distilleries, with flavour profiles and recommendations for the best way to drink each one. Also featuring recipes for 20 classic bourbon cocktails , as well as chapters on the history of bourbon, how the drink is made and the key things you need to understand when buying a bottle , The Bourbon Bible is the ultimate guide to the ultimate drink.

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The World Atlas of Coffee 3rd edition

The World Atlas of Coffee 3rd edition From beans to brewing – coffees explored, explained and enjoyed by James Hoffmann

400,000 COPIES SOLD ACROSS THE FIRST TWO EDITIONS An in-depth guide to the dynamic world of coffee production by the Sunday Times bestselling* author of How to Make the Best Coffee at Home , James Hoffmann. *** For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have. This expanded and fully updated 3rd edition contains new chapters on decaffeination and steep and release brewers, as well as additional origins of note such as Australia, Japan and Puerto Rico. Coffee has never been better, or more interesting, than it is today. Coffee producers have access to more varieties and techniques than ever before and we, as consumers, can share in that expertise to make sure the coffee we drink is the best we can find. Where coffee comes from, how it was harvested, the roasting process and the water used to make the brew are just a few of the factors that influence the taste of what we drink. Champion barista and coffee expert James Hoffmann examines these key factors, looking at varieties of coffee, the influence of terroir , how it is harvested and processed, the roasting methods used, through to the way in which the beans are brewed. Country by country - from Bolivia to Zambia - James identifies key characteristics and the methods that determine the quality of that country's output. Along the way we learn about everything from the development of the espresso machine, to why strength guides on supermarket coffee are really not good news. This is the first book to chart the coffee production of over 35 countries, encompassing knowledge never previously published outside the coffee industry. *In the Sunday Times top ten non-fiction manuals chart, w/c September 19, 2022

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The Tea Enthusiast's Handbook

The Tea Enthusiast's Handbook A Guide to the World's Best Teas by Mary Lou Heiss & Robert J. Heiss

AROUND THE WORLD IN A TEACUP Did you know that tea is the most widely consumed beverage on the planet after water? Or that all of the world’s tea originates from only three varieties of a single plant? While a cup of tea may be a simple pleasure for most of us, there are a dizzying number of tastes from which to choose. And every tea, whether a delicately sweet green tea from Japan or a bracing, brisk Darjeeling black, tells a story in the cup about the land that nurtured it and the tea-making skills that transformed it.   In this authoritative guide, veteran tea professionals Mary Lou and Robert J. Heiss provide decades of expertise on understanding tea and its origins, the many ways to buy tea, and how to explore and enjoy the six classes of tea (green, yellow, white, oolong, black, and Pu-erh). Additional advice on steeping the perfect cup and storing tea at home, alongside a gallery of more than thirty-fi ve individual teas with tasting notes and descriptions make The Tea Enthusiast’s Handbook a singular source of both practical information and rich detail about this fascinating beverage.

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Eddie Muller's Noir Bar

Eddie Muller's Noir Bar Cocktails Inspired by the World of Film Noir by Eddie Muller

Eddie Muller—host of TCM's Noir Alley , one of the world's leading authorities on film noir, and cocktail connoisseur —takes film buffs and drinks enthusiasts alike on a spirited tour through the "dark city" of film noir in this stylish book packed with equal parts great cocktail recipes and noir lore. Eddie Muller's Noir Bar pairs carefully curated classic cocktails and modern noir-inspired libations with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insights on 50 film noir favorites. Some of the cocktails are drawn directly from the films: If you've seen In a Lonely Place and wondered what’s in a “Horse’s Neck”—now you’ll know. If you’re watching Pickup on South Street you’ll find out what its director, Sam Fuller, actually drank off-screen. Didn’t know that Nightmare Alley ’s Joan Blondell inspired a cocktail? It may become a new favorite. Meanwhile, Rita Hayworth is toasted with a "Sailor Beware," an original concoction which, like the film that inspired it ( The Lady From Shanghai ), is unique, complex, and packs a wallop. ​Featuring dozens of movie stills, poster art, behind-the-scenes imagery, and stunning cocktail photography, Noir Bar is both a stylish and exciting excursion through classic cinema’s most popular genre.

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Land and Wine

Land and Wine The French Terroir by Charles Frankel

This in-depth tour of the French winemaking regions illustrates how the soil, underlying bedrock, and microclimate shape the personality of a wine. France has long been the world's greatest wine-producing country. Its various regions each offer unique tasting experiences, from the spice of Bordeaux to the berry notes of the Loire Valley. In Land and Wine , geologist Charles Frankel guides readers through these and ten other regions, including Alsace, Burgundy, Champagne, Provence, and the Rhône valley, to explore the full meaning of terroir. Frankel describes how Cabernet Franc takes on a completely different character depending on whether it is grown on gravel or limestone; how Sauvignon yields three different products in the hills of Sancerre; how Pinot Noir will give radically different wines on a single hill in Burgundy as the vines progress upslope; and how the soil of each château in Bordeaux has a say in the blend ratios of Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon. Land and Wine provides a detailed understanding of the variety of French wine as well as a look at the geological history of France, complete with volcanic eruptions, dinosaurs, and a menagerie of fossils flavoring the vineyards. Frankel also blends in anecdotes about winemakers and historic wine enthusiasts while offering travel tips and itineraries for visiting the wineries today.

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Wine

Wine A Beginner's Guide by Kenneth Fredrickson

Everything you need to know about the fruit of the vine—From A to Zinfandel. If you enjoy wine—but can't articulate why—you're not alone! From terroir to global varieties, Wine: A Beginner's Guide breaks down the complex bouquets of winemaking and tasting into ways that are fun and easy to understand. Learn what really makes a cabernet sauvignon red. Taste how it's possible to detect a hint of leather, chocolate, or even rubber in a single sip. Confidently discuss the subtleties of different types of grapes with the guide that has everything you need to know to grow your love of wine. Wine: A Beginner's Guide includes: Taste right —The 4-Step process to tasting wine means you'll get the most flavor from every swish and swirl. Pour with poise —Handle a bottle of vino just right, with tips on proper serving temperature, glass style, and long-term storage. Perfect match —An entire chapter on pairing with food means you'll select a bottle that complements every meal. Uncork your inner sommelier and sip confidently with Wine: A Beginner's Guide .

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The Unauthorized Court of Cocktails

The Unauthorized Court of Cocktails Recipes for your Romantasies by Reyna Edmonds

50 enchanting cocktails to transport you through starry skies, bloody battles, and steamy hookups . . . In this tome, you'll find cocktail recipes that evoke afternoons in the faerie wilderness and evenings filled with lovelust, danger, and beauty. Drinks like the Curse Breaker inspire bravery and bad-assery while the Stardust Spritz celebrates glamorous trysts, and the Lord of Bastards is a sultry toast to a formidable warrior. You'll also find snack recipes like Cauldron Fondue and Tavern Sausage Rolls to satisfy your hunger while you pick up a book or mix up a drink. Stay in the fantasy a little longer, lean (responsibly) into your carnal desires, and harness the fearless power of a heroine during what would otherwise be simply "happy hour."

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Wine Through Another Glass

Wine Through Another Glass Seven Principles of Practice with the Seen and Unseen World - In the Vineyard, In the Cellar, At the Table by Bruce H. Rector

Paul Draper is one the first fathers of California’s boutique winery world (Ridge Vineyards) and one of the first fathers of fine Zinfandel, as well as single vineyard designation. In the early part in the life of this book I sent it to Paul Draper to see what he thought about it. I called him up and this is what he said to me over the phone, “That is the best book I’ve ever read about wine, but lordy, lordy, does it need editing.” Well... thanks to his encouragement it got edited. A review by Dr. E.C. Krupp – From 1974 to the present, Edwin Krupp has been the director of Griffith Observatory, the most visited public observatory in the world. He is also an internationally famous archaeoastronomer, which interprets the ancient ‘observatories’ and the information they rendered. As such, he has been to more sacred places than any other human; past, present, and I’ll bet future. “I like Bruce Rector’s Seven Principles and fluidity of his application of them, as demonstrated by this book. Although I have been drinking Bruce Rector’s artfully crafted wines for decades, I had no idea the philosophical foundation of his technique is leveraged by a personal extraction of meaning from remarkable thinkers who actually had very little to say about wine. My brain is teased by his reliance on Newton, Goethe, and Pasteur to illustrate the concepts that inhabit his perspective on winemaking. He transforms them into complex and intoxicating avatars of process, vision, and technique. In this book, wine and the means by which it is created and consumed reveal an unexpected structure of experience. I have consumed my share of wine, but I don’t know a lot about it. Of course, I do know what I like. I am familiar with the experience. Bruce Rector’s Wine Through Another Glass helps reveal to us tasters why we know what we like, and it complements the menu with a theory of winemakers’ visions of quality and grandeur. To appreciate fully the value of this effort, I recommend sitting down at the table with this book and another glass of great wine.”

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Death & Co

Death & Co Modern Classic Cocktails, with More than 500 Recipes by David Kaplan, Nick Fauchald & Alex Day

The definitive guide to the contemporary craft cocktail movement, from one of the highest-profile, most critically lauded, and influential bars in the world.   Death & Co is the most important, influential, and oft-imitated bar to emerge from the contemporary craft cocktail movement. Since its opening in 2006, Death & Co has been a must-visit destination for serious drinkers and cocktail enthusiasts, and the winner of every major industry award—including America’s Best Cocktail Bar and Best Cocktail Menu at the Tales of the Cocktail convention. Boasting a supremely talented and creative bar staff—the best in the industry—Death & Co is also the birthplace of some of the modern era’s most iconic drinks, such as the Oaxaca Old-Fashioned, Naked and Famous, and the Conference.  Destined to become a definitive reference on craft cocktails,  Death & Co  features more than 500 of the bar’s most innovative and sought-after cocktails. But more than just a collection of recipes,  Death & Co  is also a complete cocktail education, with information on the theory and philosophy of drink making, a complete guide to buying and using spirits, and step-by-step instructions for mastering key bartending techniques. Filled with beautiful, evocative photography; illustrative charts and infographics; and colorful essays about the characters who fill the bar each night;  Death & Co —like its namesake bar—is bold, elegant, and setting the pace for mixologists around the world.

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Cork Dork

Cork Dork A Wine-Fueled Adventure Among the Obsessive Sommeliers, Big Bottle Hunters, and Rogue Scientists Who Taught Me to Live for Taste by Bianca Bosker

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND A  NEW YORK TIMES CRITICS' PICK “Thrilling . . . [told] with gonzo élan . . . When the sommelier and blogger Madeline Puckette writes that this book is the  Kitchen Confidential  of the wine world, she’s not wrong, though Bill Buford’s Heat is probably a shade closer.” — Jennifer Senior, The New York Times   Professional journalist and amateur drinker Bianca Bosker didn’t know much about wine—until she discovered an alternate universe where taste reigns supreme, a world of elite sommeliers who dedicate their lives to the pursuit of flavor. Astounded by their fervor and seemingly superhuman sensory powers, she set out to uncover what drove their obsession, and whether she, too, could become a “cork dork.” With boundless curiosity, humor, and a healthy dose of skepticism, Bosker takes the reader inside underground tasting groups, exclusive New York City restaurants, California mass-market wine factories, and even a neuroscientist’s fMRI machine as she attempts to answer the most nagging question of all: what’s the big deal about wine? What she learns will change the way you drink wine—and, perhaps, the way you live—forever. “Think:  Eat, Pray, Love  meets  Somm .” —theSkimm “As informative as it is, well, intoxicating.” — Fortune

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The Bartender's Bible

The Bartender's Bible 1001 Mixed Drinks by Gary Regan

Mix Drinks Like A Pro Now you can with this indispensable handbook, the most thorough'and thoroughly accessible'bartending guide ever created for both professional and home use. Encyclopedic in scope and filled with clear, simple instructions, The Bartender's Bible includes information on: Stocking and equipping a bar'from liquors and mixers to condiments, garnishes, and equipmentShot-by-shot recipes for over 1,000 cocktails and mixed drinks from bourbon to rum to whiskeyWine drinksBeer drinksNonalcoholic drinksSpecial category drinks'tropical, classics, aperitifs, cordials, hot drinks, and party punchesAnecdotes and histories of favorite potablesAnd more! If you've ever wondered whether to shake or stir a proper Martini, or what to do with those dusty bottles of flavored liqueurs,The Bartender's Bibleis the only book you need! A bartender, as a rule, is a person who enjoys the company of others, endeavors to solve problems, listens to the woes of the world, sympathizes with the mistreated, laughs with the comedians, cheers up the down at heart, and generally controls the atmosphere at his or her bar. A bartender is the manager of moods, the master of mixology. Certain scenarios are played out over and over again in bars everywhere. The questions are basically the same; only the details vary: What's in a true Singapore Sling? How long has the Martini been around? What's the difference between a Fix and a Fizz? A reference book is as necessary to a bartender as ice. -- from The Bartender's Bible

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Perfect Coffee at Home

Perfect Coffee at Home Live the Journey, Learn Everything, Share with Friends by Michael Haft & Harrison Suarez

Perfect Coffee at Home is the definitive guide to coffee, told through the eyes of two Marines looking to make the most of their morning coffee ritual. In this first-of-its-kind digital book, Michael Haft and Harrison Suarez will take you through the third wave coffee renaissance and teach you everything you need to know. Plus they'll use illustrations, interactive graphics, videos and a soundtrack to make the whole story an immersive experience. From French press techniques for beginners, to microscopic views of coffee particles for experts, Haft and Suarez have created a fun, accessible, and fascinating window into how you can take part in the ongoing coffee renaissance.

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Magnolia Table, Volume 2 - Joanna Gaines Cover Art

Magnolia Table, Volume 2

Magnolia Table, Volume 2 A Collection of Recipes for Gathering by Joanna Gaines

From breakfast to dinner, plus breads, soups, and sides, Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Table, Volume 2 EPB gives readers abundant reasons to gather together—an instant #1 New York Times bestseller! Following the launch of her #1 New York Times bestselling cookbook, Magnolia Table , and seeing her family’s own sacred dishes being served at other families’ tables across the country, Joanna Gaines gained a deeper commitment to the value of food being shared. This insight inspired Joanna to get back in the kitchen and start from scratch, pushing herself beyond her comfort zone to develop new, family-friendly recipes for her family, and yours, to gather around. Magnolia Table, Volume 2 EPB is filled with 145 new, easy-to-follow recipes from her own home that she shares with husband Chip and their five kids, and from the couple’s restaurant, Magnolia Table; Silos Baking Co; and new coffee shop, Magnolia Press. The book is beautifully photographed and filled with dishes you’ll want to bring into your own home, including: Mushroom-Gruyère QuichePumpkin Cream Cheese BreadGrilled Bruschetta ChickenZucchini-Squash StrataChicken-Pecan-Asparagus CasseroleStuffed Pork LoinLemon-Lavender TartMagnolia Press Chocolate Cake

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