Wine, Cocktails, Tea, Coffee and more

Eighty million years in the making. When Ann and Mike Spratt stood on a hill on Waiheke Island, they didn't see a vineyard. They saw a quirk of nature. A north-facing amphitheatre-shaped valley that could trap and reflect heat. They were told making world-class Cabernet blends in New Zealand was a fool's errand. They were told the standards they set...

The ultimate visual guide for all things gin, from botanicals and styles to producers, distillation processes, and tastings. BARNES & NOBLE BEST BOOKS OF 2023 THE FOOD PROGRAMME'S BEST BOOKS OF 2023 - RADIO 4 CHOSEN BY JAEGA WISE Become a gin expert and discover your own gin tasting experience. A relatively loose definition of gin has allowed for a...

Almost lost to history, the Roffignac has long been one of New Orleans's most mysterious cocktails. While drinks such as the Sazerac and the Ramos gin fizz enjoyed a resurgence in popularity during the craft cocktail movement of the early twenty-first century, resurrecting the Roffignac has proved a more difficult task. Named for nineteenth-century New Orleans mayor Joseph Roffignac, the...

Are you craving junk foods? Feeling sluggish and tired all the time? Fueling yourself on caffeine and sugar? Then it's time to incorporate some Energizing Superfood Juices and Smoothies into your day. Jump-start your body with superfoods in the form of juices, smoothies, and plant-based snacks and meals, with vegetables and fruits selected to coincide with fresh, delicious seasonal produce....

Liven up the party with this heady collection of drinking games! Choose from brain-boggling classics such as Fuzzy Duck and Twenty-One, or dizzying games of pure chance like TV Drinking and Vodka Roulette. Whichever you play, you're guaranteed to be gleeful and giggly by the end! Most of these games have one thing in common: they combine a full glass...

Still drinking Cabernet after that one bottle you liked five years ago? It can be overwhelming, if not intimidating, to branch out from your go-to grape, but everyone wants their next wine to be new and exciting. How to choose the right one? Award-winning wine critic Alice Feiring presents an all-new way to look at the world of wine. While...

Pairing history's 100 greatest rock stars with recipes for their iconic drink of choice, How to Drink Like a Rock Star is the perfect guide to summoning the muse for music fans, rock and roll bartenders, and cocktail enthusiasts. Have you longed for a taste of the rock and roll lifestyle without the trashed hotel rooms, constrictive leather pants, and...

Y’all ready to raise a glass? Saddle up for a bold and sparkling celebration of 60 delicious cocktail recipes that blend Southern charm with Nashville glamour. Whether you’re two-stepping into the weekend or toasting a girls' night out under the neon glow of a dive bar sign, Cowgirls & Cocktails is your ultimate guide to drinks with a country twist....

HOME OF THE ORIGINAL AFTERNOON TEAThe Langham holds a unique place in the history of Afternoon Tea. Opened in 1865, it was the first place to move this great Victorian invention from the drawing rooms of the aristocracy and into a refined yet accessible experience, enjoyed in the grand setting of a luxurious hotel.Since then, The Langham's Afternoon Tea has...

Wine production in south-west France goes back a long way. The region includes some of the first districts in France (notably Gaillac) to be planted with vines, by the Romans more than two thousand years ago. It is also the earliest-known location of scores of grape varieties, some of them precursors of international varieties such as Malbec and Cabernet Franc....

'Tantalising, enlightening and the best reason to raise another glass of beer' - Olly Smith'This is one of the most important books ever written about beer' - Mark DredgeWINNER, BEST DRINK BOOK AT THE FORTNUM & MASON FOOD AND DRINK AWARDS 2025What's the oldest and most consumed alcoholic beverage on earth? BEER, of course. And it might just be our...

JACK TAYLOR WOKE UP.HE WISHED HE HADN’T. In the private-detective business, you get on the wrong side of some dangerous people. For Galway investigator Jack Taylor, that meant a violent assault that left him comatose. Waking up during the Covid pandemic, Jack struggles to cope with the radical changes the world has seen during his absence. Work – and the...

Country & Townhouse's Best Book for Christmas, 2018 A delectable anthology celebrating the finest writing on wine. In this richly literary anthology, Jay McInerney—bestselling novelist and acclaimed wine columnist for Town & Country, the Wall Street Journal, and House and Garden—selects over twenty pieces of memorable fiction and nonfiction about the making, selling, and, of course, drinking of fine wine....

Winefulness is the new mindfulness. Cancel the hot yoga and pick up a cool Pinot Grigio - sometimes all you need is a nice glass of wine. Through the good times and the bad, it's always there to pick you up and it's always got your back. So enjoy this collection of wine wisdom for the soul, and learn to...

Wine enthusiasts: raise a glass! The global wine market has expanded rapidly in the past few years and is forecasted to increase through 2019. Consumption, new wine styles, online wine purchasing, and a growing younger population of wine enthusiasts are all contributing factors. In Wine For Dummies, the authors—both recognised wine authorities and accredited Certified Wine Educators—share their expertise, revealing...

From celebrations of Bacchus in ancient Rome to the Last Supper and casual dinner parties, wine has long been a key component of festivities, ceremonies, and celebrations. Made by almost every civilization throughout history, in every part of the world, wine has been used in religious ceremonies, inspired artists and writers, been employed as a healing medicine, and, most often,...

Discover the incredible uses of 40 of the best home-grown and foraged ingredients as the Two Thirsty Gardeners guide you through their original brew-it-yourself recipes. Wild Tea presents easy-to-follow recipes that teach you how to collect naturally sourced ingredients, including berries, roots, seeds, leaves, and flowers, for brewing your own blends and special infusions. From classic night-time and hangover teas,...

Produced using a mixture of naturally occurring yeasts and bacteria, wild fermented beers offer the 'fine dining' of the beer world. These beers are how beer tasted 200 years ago, before brewing was industrialised, and are enjoying a worldwide revival. Jaega Wise, head brewer at East London's Wild Card Brewery and presenter of Amazon Prime's Beermasters, is one of the...

The ultimate guide to Scotch whisky. Why does Scotch whisky taste as it does? Where do the flavours come from? How might they have changed over the years? The flavour of Scotch whisky is as much influenced by history, craft, and tradition as it is by science. Whiskypedia explores these influences. Introductory sections provide a historical overview and an explanation...

Learn about the rich and bold flavours of whiskey and do your own tastings with the 32-page tasting guide, 16-page tasting journal, 2 shot glasses, and 2 whiskey stones included in the Whiskey Tasting Kit. Choose a whiskey, pour it in the included shot glasses, add the cooled stones to chill the whiskey without watering it down or altering the...

Everyone knows that chamomile tea is the answer to a good night's sleep, that lemon tea is an invigorating way to start your morning, and that ginger tea can settle your stomach. But did you know that Jamu Kunyit, a ginger and turmeric tonic, is the Balinese equivalent of 'an apple a day' to 'keep health problems at bay'? Herbal...

Whether you're a seasoned bartender or a cocktail enthusiast, this book is your ticket to a liquid vacation. Explore classic rum-based recipes like the Mai Tai and the Zombie, as well as other fruity cocktails like the Trotsky and the Woodpecker. Complete with fabulous retro illustrations to accompany each recipe, along with notes on glassware and garnishes, Tiki Cocktails is...

The United States of Cocktails is a celebration of the cocktail history of every state in America. After travelling around this great nation and sampling many of the drinks on offer, cocktail authority Brian Bartels serves up a book that is equal parts recipe collection, travelogue, historical miscellany, bartender's manual, and guide to bar culture today—complete with bar and drink...

An edgy cocktail book with more than 100 recipes for delicious alcoholic drinks and mocktails made from quality, healthful ingredients to keep you feeling sexy, healthy, and fabulous. The Thinking Girl's Guide to Drinking is all about showing you how you can, and should, enjoy drinking healthfully. Author Ariane Resnick wants to wipe away the notion that drinking healthfully has...

With exclusive insight from the owners of the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, this monograph traces the fascinating history of their prestigious Burgundy vineyards and rare wines. Romanée-Conti, the world's finest and rarest pinot noir Grand Cru, hails from the gently-sloped vineyards of Burgundy's Côtes de Nuits. The story of this unique vineyard dates back some 1500 years and is inextricably...

Shortlisted for the André Simon Food & Drink Book Award An intoxicating interconnected history of booze and medicine, from one of the world’s foremost cocktail writers. Consider the Negroni. The bittersweet cocktail dating to the early 1900s is made of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and Campari. Gin takes its name and flavour from the juniper tree, which medieval doctors...

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of your favourite series by making delicious cocktails inspired by the world of Peaky Blinders! Birmingham Sour, Derby, Easy Dizzy... this officially licensed book includes 40 easy-to-make cocktail recipes made from whiskey, gin, and other tipples so that you can sip like a member of the Shelby clan. Featuring photography of the cast and settings...

Don’t wait for the stars to align—find the perfect drink for your astrological sign with The Mixology of Astrology, by Allure magazine’s go-to astrologer, Aliza Kelly Faragher. True love is just one martini away…if you’re a Leo, that is. Meet your perfect (cocktail) match with The Mixology of Astrology. No matter your sign, here you’ll find the best drinks for...

Anything is possible with sunshine and a glass of rosé. Pale and delicate or robust and ruby red, rosé has fuelled a revolution in the drinking world. Take a dip into this fact-filled book, The Little Book of Rosé, and discover the fascinating history of the pink drink, along with truly informative details on the winemaking process, types of grapes,...

Liven up the party with this heady collection of drinking games! Choose from brain-boggling classics such as Fuzzy Duck and Twenty-One, or dizzying games of pure chance like TV Drinking and Vodka Roulette. Whichever you play, you're guaranteed to be gleeful and giggly by the end! The Little Book of Drinking Games by Quentin Parker is the perfect companion for...

The Home Bar Guide To Tropical Cocktails delves into the world of 'Craft Cocktails', where every element is handmade or tailored specifically to the drink. These cocktails are crafted with patience, great care, and attention to detail, similar to the artisan food or 'slow food' movement of recent years. They are intended for a hip, discerning, and ultimately appreciative audience....

The Bucket List: Beer takes readers on an exciting journey through the world's most sought-after and influential breweries, bars, pubs, beer museums, and travel destinations. Celebrating beer worldwide, this is a must-have for any beer aficionado. Whether planning a pub crawl, a weekend in the country, or a longer vacation, this book is a trove of ideas for the beer...

Brooklyn is one of the top trendsetting places today anywhere. Its neighbourhoods, artists, writers, restaurants, and, yes, drinking establishments set the pace for the rest of the nation. The Brooklyn Bartender collects 300 of the best of these drink recipes in one place, from twists on the classics to new libations made from local ingredients. Organised by spirit, the recipes...

Already responsible for giving jelly a 21st-century makeover, Sam and Harry focus their attention on the perennially popular cocktail, the most sophisticated form of drink. But of course with an extra special twist. Bompas & Parr take us on a rollercoaster journey through the wonderful world of sours, martinis, old-fashioneds, punches and highballs. Classics, new interpretations of old favourites, and...

The Art of Cocktails is a comprehensive guide featuring a mix of modern and classic cocktail recipes that are straightforward and uncomplicated to prepare. This book covers every aspect of creating the perfect cocktail, from easy step-by-step instructions and stocking the bar to selecting the appropriate glassware and garnishes for a well-balanced drink. Additionally, the book provides insights into fundamental...

An irresistible collection of teatime recipes and historical anecdotes from the world famous London store. The internationally renowned Fortnum & Mason store in Piccadilly, London, is synonymous with style, elegance, English charm and, above all, that most traditional of pastimes – tea-drinking. Celebrating the long-standing British institution, this beautiful pocket book covers everything on the art of taking tea –...

This completely updated second edition of the best-selling beer resource features the most current information on beer styles, flavour profiles, sensory evaluation guidelines, craft beer trends, food and beer pairings, and draft beer systems. You’ll learn to identify the scents, colours, flavours, mouth-feel, and vocabulary of the major beer styles—including ales, lagers, weissbiers, and Belgian beers—and develop a more nuanced...

Maintaining good bacteria in the body is critical to achieving a healthy gut and a healthy immune system. Fermented beverages are brimming with hard-working, beneficial bacteria that work to improve your digestion, fortify your immune system, assist detoxification, and contribute to a radiant complexion and balanced mind. Healthy bacteria is sensitive to everyday habits such as sugar, caffeine, processed foods,...

A wide-ranging and evocative portrait of Scotland's distilleries, with text by renowned whisky expert Charles MacLean and photographs by Lara Platman and Alan MacDonald. Treating Scotland as eight distinct regions, this fascinating book describes the 'cultural terroir' of the country's fifty greatest distilleries; the ingredients, practices and traditions that result in such an exquisite range of whiskies. Specially commissioned photographs...

A vibrantly illustrated, authoritative guide to sparkling wine from James Beard Award winner Katherine Cole in the follow-up to her popular Rosé All Day. Sparkling Wine Anytime introduces readers to every style of sparkling wine, from Champagne and Prosecco to Cava, Lambrusco, Pét-Nat, and more. Wine expert Katherine Cole delves into sparkling wine’s compelling history, its role in culture today,...

More than 80 years before the invention of Coca-Cola, sweet carbonated drinks became popular around the world, provoking remarkably similar arguments that they do today. Are they medicinally, morally, culturally or nutritionally good or bad? They have been loved and hated for being cold, sweet, fizzy, or stimulating. Many of their flavours are international — lemon and ginger were more...

Cognac hails from a unique terroir in the Charentes region of France, where the elixir's blend of tradition and voluptuousness has been rhythmed by the seasons for centuries. This handsome volume invites aficionados of fine spirits on a year-long journey into Hennessy's realm, guided by lifestyle journalist Laurence Benaïm's impressions on the singularity of the landscape, the temperament of its...

'This isn't just any Scotch bar...It is the Scotch bar.' Forbes From the experts behind the world-famous SCOTCH whisky bar, located at the iconic Edinburgh hotel The Balmoral, this essential guide will tell you everything you need to know about Scottish whisky. Inside you'll find an introduction to tasting whisky, as well as answers to key questions, such as if...

See the world through rosé-coloured glasses with this, the latest cocktail recipe book in the phenomenally successful MADE ME DO IT series. Rosé has become the drink of choice for many, and sales are booming — thanks in no small part to its Instagram-able pink hue as well as its sweet and refreshing taste. Rosé wine makes an ideal base...

Shake up the party with these fun, festive, and colourful alcohol-free beverages! Entertaining for all ages? Party Drinks has over 60 delicious recipes catered to special occasions, holidays, and seasons, completely alcohol-free. Instead of setting a plain red punch bowl on the table, treat your guests with these sweet and flavourful drinks. This recipe book features simple and inexpensive varieties...

Sip sweet libations worthy of the Gods with these Greek myth–inspired concoctions based on all your favourite Gods and Goddesses. Care for Hestia’s Old Fashioned? Want to fall in love with Eros on the Beach? How about the Bacchic Muddled Maenad sangria, topped with a blood orange; or maybe a Labooze of Heracles—made with plenty of strong whiskey? In Nectar...

The movements of the heavens have the power to rule our lives—from who we date or how we express ourselves to when we make career moves or whether we make that big purchase. Why shouldn't we let them rule how we drink as well? Featuring everything from chili-infused tequila for the adventurous Aquarius to an espresso-based cocktail for the unstoppable...

Just one taste of a luscious lime-kissed caipirinha or a mint-infused mojito, and you're transported to the tropical destination of your dreams. Magical, elegant, sexy, and above all, delicioso, Latin cocktails are meant to be relished. From Mexico to Argentina, the Latin American philosophy of life is apparent in how drinks are designed, served, and enjoyed. Mambo Mixers takes readers...

Calling all junior mixologists and vintage lifestyle, cooking, and entertaining enthusiasts of all ages! Discover the coolest-ever collection of fabulous drink recipes in every flavour and style under the sun — sharp and tangy, smooth and sweet, fizzy but never flat, crisp and fruity, or rich and creamy — all minus the hooch! Surprise your friends with a Kosmic Kooler,...

Craft classic drinks with the first official cocktail book inspired by the life and legacy of John Wayne. Based on the iconic and beloved actor John Wayne, this collection of satisfying drinks takes cocktail enthusiasts on a trip through some of John Wayne’s most memorable characters, films, and extraordinary life. This unique book includes seventy recipes for delicious, handcrafted cocktails...

It's Always Wine O'Clock Pinot, Chardonnay, Merlot, Riesling... There are so many delicious wines to delight the nose and palate and so many occasions to celebrate them all. Whatever your favourite grape or vintage, dry or sweet, indulge your inner sommelier and raise a glass to the wonders of wine with this collection of quotes from the world's wisest and...

Classic cocktail recipes from where you'd rather be. A bellini in Buenos Aires. A mimosa in Barcelona. It's Always Spritz O'Clock Somewhere, right? This companion guide will take you on a journey to some of the world's dreamiest locations—places made even more perfect when paired with a spritz. Whether you're a new convert or a die-hard spritz fan from way...

Winner, Wine Communicators of Australia Awards 2018, Best Wine Book (consumer, technical & trade) Special Mention, Organisation Internationale de la Vigne et du Vin/International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) Jury Prize 2019, History Shortlisted, NSW Premier's History Awards 2019, NSW regional and community history prize Time is an essential element of each glass of wine that we drink. Within...

The world's best-selling annual wine guide. 'The perfect stocking filler' Decanter 'The best single wine book on earth' Counsel Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book is the essential reference book for everyone who buys wine—in shops, restaurants, or on the internet. Now in its 47th year of publication, it has no rival as the comprehensive, up-to-the-minute annual guide. Providing clear, succinct...

The must-have guide for any home brewer wanting reliable, drinkable, and delicious results. Join the craft beer revolution and brew your own beer at home. Home Brew Beer is a comprehensive guide to brewing beer from home-brewing veteran Greg Hughes. He shows you every step of each process with clear, photographic instructions, so you know what your brew should look...

Fight cancer and help prevent recurrence with these delicious smoothies! Over the last few years, there has been a tremendous surge in research identifying the specific nutrients that have the ability to change the course of cancer. With a clearer understanding of the role that food nutrients, toxins, and microflora play in disease prevention and development, we now have some...

An intimate visual journey inspired by the internationally renowned photographer Solvi dos Santos, Great Family Wine Estates of France allows the reader unparalleled access to the private homes at the heart of the revered French wine industry. Throughout France, each major wine business is rooted in an estate that has been occupied for generations. Until now, we have had little...

Craft classic drinks with the first official cocktail book and shaker set inspired by the residents of Gotham City. Based on the colourful heroes, villains, and locations of Gotham City, this compendium of delectably enticing cocktails takes readers on a trip through the home of the Dark Knight. A refined and elegant volume, the book is an essential addition to...

Celebrate your favourite movies and television shows with this stylish and fun cocktail guide featuring delicious recipes and adorable illustrations. From the Cosmopolitans on Sex and the City and the absinthe in Moulin Rouge to the Big Lebowski’s White Russians and James Bond’s martinis, this is the ultimate guide to the most famous cocktails in pop culture. Concocted by San...

The no-low alcohol lifestyle is booming, as more and more consumers are seeking fabulous mixed drinks that skip the alcohol. Gone are the days of sugary Shirley Temples and soda-topped fruit juice. It is time for a mocktail revolution that combines non-alcoholic ingredients to create sensational alcohol-free drinks that rival any boozy well-crafted Martini or Old-Fashioned. Whether sober-curious or conscious...

In this groundbreaking and deeply personal book, Ron Cooper—a leading voice in the artisanal mezcal movement and the person largely responsible for popularising 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...

Bestselling author, Emmy Award-winning cohost of The Good Dish and FOX’s hit series MasterChef Junior, and mother of four Daphne Oz shares her best tips for how to reward yourself, with 150 simply delicious recipes in a cookbook you’ll return to again and again to eat clean, feel good, and have fun doing it all! Daphne Oz loves food. In...

Acclaimed bartenders Kirsten Amann and Misty Kalkofen have scoured the globe collecting recipes—often from equally acclaimed female bartenders—pairing each tipple with a toast to a trailblazing lady. From gin to whiskey, tequila to punch, Drinking Like Ladies has a twist and a toast for every tippler, whatever your base spirit.

From the foremost figure on the New Orleans' drinking scene and the owner of the renowned bar Cure, this cocktail book celebrates the vibrant city known for its spirit(s)-driven festivities. As a bar owner, Neal Bodenheimer tells the city's story through 100 cocktails, each chosen to represent New Orleans’ past, present, and future. In the vein of Death & Co...

Time: 60+ minutes to play Number of players: 2+ Ages: 18+ Includes: 79 cards, plus 1 instruction card Assembly required? No Batteries required? No Warning: Not suitable for persons under 18 years. For adult use only. Play the game, if you dare... Need to liven up a party and keep the fun flowing? This stack of easy-to-play drinking games and...

Drink to your health with fresh herbs, spices, and natural sweeteners. In Clean Cocktails, holistic health coaches Beth Ritter Nydick and Tara Roscioli bring a clean-living mindset to craft mixology. Their recipes use nothing but neutral, low-calorie spirits; fresh juices loaded with vitamins; gentle sweeteners like honey and maple syrup; and anti-inflammatory spices like cinnamon, cayenne, and turmeric—the perfect alternative...

'...Not that I intend to die, but when I do, I don't want to go to heaven, I want to go to Claridge's' - Spencer Tracy 'When I pass through the revolving doors into the glamorous lobby of Claridge's in London, I always feel a thrill. You enter a world of sophistication and wonderful service... Claridge's is my ultimate treat'...

After years spent working in the restaurant industry, specialising in wine and spirits, friends Karl Sjostrom and Mikael Nypelius decided to launch Cider for the People. Fascinated by the growing trend in natural wines, Karl and Mikael began to produce their own cider and pet-nat (natural sparkling wines made with minimal intervention and without added sugar) using 100% hand-picked fruit...

Combining cannabis and cocktails is a hot new trend, and Cannabis Cocktails, Mocktails & Tonics shows you how. Featuring a collection of 75 recipes of cannabis-influenced cocktails and drinks, The Cocktail Whisperer Warren Bobrow will show you the essential instructions for de-carbing cannabis to release its full psychoactive effect. Learn the history of cannabis as a social drug and its...

From the enduring global dominance of Guinness to exciting new craft porters to the resurgence of Russian imperial stouts, porters and stouts are among the most popular beer styles today among homebrewers and craft beer drinkers alike. In Brewing Porters and Stouts, widely respected beer and brewing writer Terry Foster presents the history and development of these styles as well...

Brewing Everything is a thorough, accessible, and humorous guide to brewing anything from beer to cider to sake. For every brewing project, there is both an easy way and a hard way, a method useful to both the curious novice and the hardcore brewing veteran. Each chapter includes interviews with experts—brewmasters, cidermakers, new meadery startups, and small-batch kombucha sellers—as well...

For Craft Beer Drinkers and Homebrewers Alike From early English origins to modern American examples like Sierra Nevada's Bigfoot and Rogue's XS Old Crustacean, barley wines are a favoured style among homebrewers and craft beer drinkers alike. In Brewing Barley Wines, widely respected beer and brewing writer Terry Foster presents the history and development of the style as well as...

What's the best companion to a round of drinks with friends? A round of bad-ass drinking game fun, of course. Big Bad-Ass Drinking Games includes an 8-page book, a shot glass, a set of standard dice, dirty dice, and a deck of 48 cards, each containing one drinking game. These games range from the most innocent to the rousing and...

Imagine curling up on the couch with your favourite bowl piled high with a delicious frozen treat topped with fresh fruit and nuts—and what's in that bowl is actually good for you! Smoothie bowls make this dream a reality. Beautiful Smoothie Bowls by Carissa Bonham, the writer behind the popular blog Creative Green Living, pulls together eighty delectable recipes for...

This book brings the people, their histories, their wineries and their vineyards to life. Australia's First Families of Wine celebrates eleven of Australia's most iconic and important wine families and the vineyards and businesses they have built. With more than 5,000 hectares under vine, the families operate in sixteen wine-growing regions around Australia. They make many of Australia's most distinctive...

Australian Wine Vintages is the longest running wine guide in Australia. First published in 1979, it has been much imitated but never beaten. This pioneering work has made fine Australian wine accessible to generations of drinkers through the simple and clear layout. It states what is good, when to drink it, and what the wine is worth. The author Rob...

Now in its 35th edition, the Gold Book, also known as Australian Wine Vintages, is an essential guide to wine. It provides detailed tasting notes of over 3,500 wines from across Australia and New Zealand in print, and over 15,000 in the related app. It provides advice on vintage quality and times to drink a wine, features a comprehensive selection...

A Quick Drink presents 100 cocktail recipes from two of the most respected mixologists in the industry, Ivy Mix and Lynnette Marrero, in a guide for how to make better drinks at home, tailored to any mood or occasion. Inspired by their experiences as cofounders of the popular, influential bartending competition for women called Speed Rack—which hosts competitions to make...

A richly illustrated account of the story of ancient viniculture. The history of civilisation is, in many ways, the history of wine. This book is the first comprehensive account of the earliest stages of the history and prehistory of viniculture, which extends back into the Neolithic period and beyond. Elegantly written and richly illustrated, Ancient Wine opens up whole new...

A celebration of beer—its science, its history, and its impact on human culture. “Curatorial eminences Rob DeSalle and Ian Tattersall serve up a potent scientific brew. . . . A marvellous paean to the pint, and to the researchers probing its depths.” — Barbara Kiser, Nature “Forced to choose between this book and a pint of hazy IPA, I would...