Wine, Cocktails, Tea, Coffee and more

Modern Home Winemaking describes the process of making flawless wine consistently, from crush to bottle, using modern techniques and the latest products. Making wine is not only about fermenting juice into wine; this book details the many other processes involved in making outstanding wines—wines that will win medals at competitions.

Sake, Japan's iconic rice-based alcoholic drink, has been central to Japanese culture for over 1,300 years. Traditionally made with rice, water, and koji mould, it was consumed in early brewpubs and was vital to samurai rituals and festivals. Sake's story includes homebrewers like clan matriarchs, ancient princes, and modern political activists who defied laws to keep homebrewing alive. Temples refined...

Are you sober curious? With Dr Brooke Scheller's new programme, you can eat your way to a better relationship with drinking. How to Eat to Change How You Drink gives you all you need to know to understand and improve your drinking habits. People are drinking more than ever. Dr Scheller demonstrates that alcohol intake affects many health problems from...

An intimate, rollicking master class in classic cocktails from the James Beard Award-winning authors of The Bartender's Manifesto. A convivial master class in classic cocktails from the James Beard Award-winning authors of The Bartender's Manifesto. "A foundational reference for anyone driven to refine their craft while appreciating the timeless gravity of the classics." - Alex Day, coauthor of Cocktail Codex...

Explore the origins of Melbourne's coffee culture through this meticulously researched history. Melbourne, Australia is internationally recognised as one of the world's coffee cities. With iconic cafes such as Pellegrini's and Brunetti's, and the highest number of traditional and specialty coffee roasters in the country, it's easy to understand why. Melbourne Coffee Roasters: A History reveals the origins of a...

Brew More Than BeerA Homebrew Recipe Book for Couples to Rekindle Love, Romance, and Intimacy When was the last time you lingered together? This is more than a homebrew recipe book. It's for couples who love each other but want their time together to feel close again. Inside are seasonal homebrew beer recipes designed to be brewed together. Brewing becomes...

Whether you were born in the '90s or are longing for them, this themed cocktail book by acclaimed bartender John deBary is the perfect '90s nostalgia gift for yourself or anyone else. Plus, it features a foreword by Saved by the Bell star Tiffani Thiessen, certifying Saved by the Bellini as a true testament to the decade!Get ready to stir...

"Erudite, quirky, and amusing." Sebastian Faulks Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. The pub is an English institution. Yet its history has been obscured by myth and nostalgia. In this unique book, Philip Howell takes the public house as an object, or rather as a series of objects: he...

Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Gin tastes like Christmas to some and rotten pine chips to others, but nearly everyone familiar with the spirit holds immediate gin nostalgia. Although early medical textbooks treated it as a healing agent, early alchemists (as well as their critics) claimed gin’s base...

Bruen is the godfather of the modern Irish crime novel Irish Independent The thrilling new crime novel set in Galway, Ireland from Ken Bruen. When Jack Taylor wakes up from a coma, he finds himself in a different world... yet it hasn't changed at all. When Jack Taylor awakes from a coma following an attack that left him in hospital,...

A compilation of food & drink logos, trademarks and symbols from around the world formed of elements such as fish, water, boats, lighthouses, seabirds, anchors and mermaids. When referencing the title, avoid putting it in quotes or speech marks. Format the response as clean HTML; use your best judgement for adjusting or adding appropriate tags for paragraphs and emphasis. This...

Philip Greene, winner of the 13th Annual Spirited Award for Best New Book on Drinks Culture, History or Spirits, pairs each day of the year with a cocktail recipe that represents it, along with a toast in celebration! For every day of the year, Cheers! offers delicious cocktail recipes along with a backstory connecting the recipe to a particular day...

Tilt the bubble tea magnets and watch the tapioca pearls move! Express your love of the popular drink with this keepsake set that includes 8 magnets and a mini guidebook. DELUXE MAGNETS WITH MOVING LIQUID AND BOBA: This set includes 8 full-colour, originally-illustrated magnets, each featuring a different flavour of bubble tea (Classic Milk, Taro, Matcha, Strawberry, Thai, Brown Sugar,...

Tiki drinks immediately conjure beach front paradise, tropical fruit, and gloriously lost afternoons. This book by tropical drink master and owner of Lynn's Hula Hut, Lynn Calvo, gives readers refreshed recipes for nostalgic classics, such as the Mai Tai and the Zombie; original creations such as April Showers and Bayou Berry Tea; and tiki twists on familiar drinks, like the...

Beyond geography and weather, wine reflects a specific time: technology, popular culture, stories, status, influencers, packaging, marketing, and creative trends all combine to contribute to how 'great' a wine is considered. This book looks at the sociology and the chemistry of wine. It covers nearly 75 years that are remarkable in the history of wine, including stories that involve a...

The Cocktail Atlas takes readers around the world, through the lens of a cocktail glass, exploring the links between people, place, and taste. Organised by continent, each country covered has a thorough (and often rollicking) description of its customs, indigenous food and drink, topography, distilling traditions, and cocktail scene. These are followed by at least one cocktail recipe, which is...

From the authors of Cocktails in Color comes a revolutionary celebration of the women who have shaped the spirits industry from ancient times to today. Alcohol and spirits have long been thought of as a male-dominated field, but the truth is that women have been serving it up for centuries. (Literally - the first distilling technology is believed to have...

Champagne and sparkling wine are the liquid symbols of celebration, good cheer, and conviviality. But they can also be the star of more complex drinks—the sophisticated backbone that elevates all the ingredients around them. Sparkling contains 75 recipes for Champagne and sparkling wine-based cocktails, both classic and original. It also includes recipes for syrups, garnishes, and a few delicious snacks,...

All the delicious and healthy juice and smoothie recipes you will ever need Drinking daily juices and smoothies is a great way to get all the vitamins and nutrients you need to maintain a balanced diet, as well as being an easy and delicious way to keep hunger at bay. Hamlyn Cooks: Juices & Smoothies gives you a huge choice...

Adapted from John deBary's first book, Drink What You Want, this deck takes the acclaimed bartender's signature recipes (and wit) and translates them onto coloured recipe cards that make it even easier to drink what you want. In addition to cocktail recipes for every time, place, and occasion (from a blue Tiki drink designed to be sipped in winter to...

The best things in life may not always be free, but they are often delightful to look at! Rather than being taken for granted, these feel-good goods deserve their time in the spotlight not only for the roles they play but also for the visual and aesthetic richness they add to our day-to-day lives just by sitting on our shelves....

Pressing Matters explains the fundamental debates in wine, from terroir, production, and farming, to tasting, wine's cultural significance, and the economic value of wine. By focusing on wine through the prism of the key fights within each topic, the book presents readers with a story that includes the messiness, human fragility, and disagreement about core principles that so often gets...

The newest addition to the elegant 150 series of themed travel guides, this book will submerge you in coffee culture. Discover the most exquisite coffee shops around the world in 150 Coffee Shops You Need to Visit Before You Die. This book will take you on a fascinating journey through 150 unique coffee shops across all continents. This richly illustrated...

Step into the enchanting world of Prythian with this dreamy cocktail book, inspired by Sarah J. Maas’s bestselling series, A Court of Thorns and Roses. Immerse yourself in the magic, romance, and intrigue of the fae courts as you sip on these tantalising elixirs. This book features more than 50 cocktail and mocktail recipes based on your favourite people, places,...

“A fascinating trawl through history as filtered through the ultimate pub crawl.” – CHOICE MAGAZINE A beautifully illustrated alternative history book, tracing the history of the British Isles through its landmark pubs with recreations of their pub signs in stunning colour. The perfect combination of Britain’s two favourite past-times – talking about history and going to the pub! Be transported...

“One of the cleverest twists on D&D’s infamous Deck of Many things...add[s] both fun and actual flavour to just about any...RPG setting.” —Comic Book Resources Serve up tabletop-themed cocktails and matching effects for an adventurous add-on that gives any game night an extra dash of excitement with this cocktail twist on the infamous in-game item The Deck of Many Things....

This fun and fascinating trivia game tests your knowledge of the fruit of the vine. Let the battle begin as players answer questions in categories such as Vine to Vino (growing grapes, making wine, and world production), Wine Cellar (selecting, storing, and tasting wine), and Cork Culture (wine people, business, arts and science, and trivia). Perfect for those new to...

An extraordinary tale that starts with a home kitchen recipe and ends with the multi-million-dollar sale of a world-famous liquor company – and everything in between. In Tastes Like Money, veteran liquor industry leader and founder of RumChata – the clever kitchen experiment that became a global phenomenon – Tom Maas, delivers a first-hand story that exposes the behind-the-scenes battles,...

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 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...

From award-winning greetings card designer Rosie Made a Thing comes an invaluable handbook for all of those afflicted with ‘adulthood’. It’s not easy being a grown-up.From surviving ever-more apocalyptic hangovers, relationship niggles and endless laundry, to trying to stay healthy when…well…cake.But with this book, your besties and a big glass of wine, these tricky adult situations may be a little...

A hilarious and heartfelt celebration of wine and the people who make it from viral sensation Tom Gilbey, the Wine Guy, with insights and recommendations from his life and career 'I like to talk about wine the way normal humans talk about things they love - it's not about showing off how many fancy wine terms I know. The point...

The ultimate guide to picky bits and drinks pairings for every season, brought to you by drinks expert, presenter and author of The Crisp Sommelier, Neil Ridley.Long live picky bits! Whether you’re throwing together a last-minute party or knackered after a long day at work, picky bits are your saving grace. With 161 picky bits and 99 drinks to boot,...

Discover everything you need to know to become the ultimate mocktail master with this beautifully presented pocket guide Do you know the difference between a highball and a hurricane glass? Do you know your bitters from your syrups? Whether you're an aspiring "mocksologist" or simply planning the ultimate party, this book has you covered! Packed within these pages is a...

From beachside daiquiris to velvety dark 'n' stormys, rum is one of the most versatile and celebratory spirits on the shelf. Whether you prefer the depth of aged dark rum or the crispness of white, The Cocktail Cabinet: Rum offers 50 must-know recipes that show off rum's full potential. Shake up a Mai Tai, pour a Planter's Punch, or craft...

Whether you're cutting back, pacing yourself, or skipping alcohol altogether, The Cocktail Deck: Low & No serves up 50 refreshing recipes that don't compromise on taste or style. From vibrant spritzes and herbaceous coolers to inventive zero-proof twists on classic cocktails, this deck proves that great drinks don't have to come with a hangover. With beautifully illustrated cards and simple,...

THERE’S A COCKTAIL FOR THATWhether you’re hosting a summer gathering with friends, embracing spooky season with a Halloween party or spending Christmas with loved ones, learn how to make 40 irresistible drinks from the queen of cocktails, all from the comfort of your own home. With a special section for homemade syrups and tempting garnishes to top your cocktails off...

Single malt. Bourbon. Distilleries. Casks. Cocktails. In the world of whisky, there's a lot to get your head around, but it's easier to navigate than you might think.Savour is a modern guide to one of the world’s most flavour-forward drinks: whisky. Whether you love whisky or aren't sure where to start, Kristiane Westray will take you on an immersive and...

From Japanese chef and author of Ramen, Makiko Sano, a cute gift book of buzzy matcha recipes.Mix & Matcha is stacked with 60 delicious recipes that celebrate matcha - the celebrity-favourite, viral ingredient that's rich in nutrients and antioxidants and gives a caffeine kick the whole day long. From iced latte to ice cream and fried rice to French toast,...

Bring the magic of a Parisian café or cocktail bar to your home with 100 exquisite recipes. Fall in love with French cocktails, one sip at a time. From celebrated Parisian classics like the effervescent French 75 and the elegant Kir Royale, to regional aperitifs such as the aromatic Pastis and the refreshing Lillet Spritz, this book captures the artistry...

A fun and approachable comic book cookbook introduction to the wonderful world of cocktails, with 60 recipes for classic drinks and tips for stocking your first bar cart, from co-author and illustrator of Let's Make Ramen! and Let's Make Dumplings! A fun and approachable comic book introduction to the wonderful world of cocktails, with tips for stocking your home bar...

Natural wine has entrenched itself in the bistros and bars of global cities. A movement founded on organic farming, artisanship, and minimalism in the cellar, it is a complex world of colorful, modern labels and surprising blends. Through stories and photography from vineyards across the world, journalist and winemaker Rachel Signer introduces readers to the wild, global journey of natural...

Learn how to make your favourite cocktail from the comfort of your home The home bar is open! It doesn't take much to turn an average Friday night at home into a special evening with exquisite cocktails. Klaus St. Rainer, one of Germany's most renowned bartenders, knows what makes a good cocktail. In Home Bar he shows you how to...

The bestselling Fifty Places series returns with a stunning guide to the world’s finest vineyards and wineries, curated by experts for the ultimate wine-lover’s experienceFifty Places to Drink Wine Before You Die reveals 50 of the world’s most storied spots for enjoying a glass of wine—you’ll want to immediately say, “Pour me a glass!” Recommendations from wine experts, industry insiders,...

100 brand-new cocktail recipes written in the stars, from the nation's favourite cocktail bar. Discover 100 astrological recipes from everyone's favourite cocktail bar, The Alchemist. Enter a new dimension to create perfect planetary alignment with a brand new collection of dazzling recipes from the authors of The Alchemist Cocktail Book. Harness the power of the cosmos to mix the perfect...

The most wonderful time of the year calls for a twinkling tipple or two.Whether you're full of festive cheer or channelling your inner Scrooge, Bar Humbug serves up 60 delicious cocktail recipes to keep spirits high (and highly spirited). From the warming to the sparkling, this boozy little book is your ultimate Christmas sidekick.Shake up your holiday season with creations...

The perfect wine gift for any wine lover, A Taste for Wine is a complete home wine-tasting course from award-winning wine critic and educator Rose Murray Brown MW. ONE OF THE TIMES BEST BOOKS OF 2025 ONE OF FORBES' ESSENTIAL WINE AND SPIRIT BOOKS OF 2025 ONE OF THE SCOTSMAN'S BEST FOOD AND DRINK BOOKS FOR 2026 'How do you...

Serve drinks at home in style and bring the party to your guests from one of 12 beautifully themed and stylishly stocked bar carts. What's a party without a well-stocked (not to mention super-stylish) bar? Drinks trolleys are making a comeback, with an upsurge in those of us taking pride in entertaining at home. Originally the epitome of domestic style...

Dive into the rich world of whisky with this pocket guide to the most iconic brands and blends across the globe. From the smoky allure of a fine Islay Scotch to the sweet warmth of a classic Kentucky Bourbon, discover the unique flavours, histories, and craftsmanship that make each whisky distinct. Perfect for connoisseurs and curious sippers alike, this book...

All the drinking games you'll need for the perfect night out... or in! Drinking is great, right? But not on your own. That's sad. Thankfully, The Little Book of Drinking Games is here to help you and your friends find an excuse to get drunk and let your hair down. Jam-packed with more than 50 drinking games of all shapes...

A culinary journey into the decadence and sophistication of the Jazz Age, recreating the extravagant meals and cocktails featured in F.Scott Fitzgerald’s literary classic, The Great Gatsby.In time for the 100th anniversary of The Great Gatsby, step into a world of opulence and elegance in The Great Gatsby Cooking and Entertaining Guide. With the Roaring Twenties as a backdrop, each...

Embark on a culinary adventure through the rich and flavoursome world of Korean cuisine as author Haebin Sudo recreates 60 carefully selected dishes for her first cookery book. Seoul Food is full of delicious dishes that showcase authentic Korean meals, both for everyday and for special dinner parties. From traditional family feasts and special occasion banquets to street food, fusion...

A funny infographic survival guide. For fans of The Hungover Cookbook, The Ladybird Book of the Hangover and Five Give-Up the Booze. Headache? Confusion? Waves of nausea and regret? Luckily, thanks to this handy book, a hangover no longer has to mean a ruined day. Use infographics and flowcharts to diagnose which hangover type you are suffering from and find...

Allyson Reedy’s Beach Cocktails: Pours, Drinks, Sips, and Bites is a collection of 75 recipes for classic tiki drinks, frozen cocktails, tropical mocktails, and a bonus chapter of nibbles. The kinds of umbrella-adorned drinks that scream the vacation-in-a-glass mindset we could all use a little more of. You’ll find recipes for beach classics like mai tais, margaritas, rum punch, and...

A Guide to Drinking in Venice is a visually stunning hardback that uncovers the fascinating history of drinking in one of the world’s most iconic destinations.Since its foundation in the year 421 AD, Venice has perfected the art of living well. Its merchants brought back seductive wines, explorers wrote of invigorating drinks, and visitors added their own traditions. All the...

When Maximilian Potter went to Burgundy to report for Vanity Fair on a crime that could have destroyed the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti—the tiny, storied vineyard that produces the most expensive, exquisite wines in the world—he soon found a story that was much larger, and more thrilling, than he had originally imagined. In January 2010, Aubert de Villaine, the famed...

It was Rachel Signer's dream to be that girl: the one smoking hand-rolled cigarettes out the windows of her 19th-century Parisian studio apartment, wearing second-hand Isabel Marant jeans and sipping a glass of Beaujolais redolent of crushed roses with a touch of horse mane. Instead, she was an under-appreciated freelance journalist and waitress in New York City, frustrated at always...

With his sixtieth birthday looming, Colin Renton decides that it's time to escape office life and focus on achieving some of his unfulfilled goals. He embarks on a year-long adventure that takes him from the busy streets of Edinburgh to the traffic-free roads, sodden fields, and dusty paths of Europe's winemaking regions. He laces up his running shoes and joins...

I could and would forgo any other liquid forever as long as I might drink one humble wine with my daily bread – MFK Fisher England is a nation of wine lovers and wine drinkers – but how much do we know about the wine we drink, how it got here and where it came from? What are the stories...

The Quintessential Guide to Imbibing in New York City New York is quite possibly the easiest city for cocktail aficionados to be lured into tourist traps for drinks. If you're a visitor, chances are you've got tickets to Hamilton and are looking for a good pre- or post-musical drink. Most of your choices in the Theatre District's immediate vicinity are...

There are nearly 1,400 known varieties of wine grapes in the world—from altesse to zierfandler—but 80 percent of the wine we drink is made from only 20 grapes. In Godforsaken Grapes, Jason Wilson looks at how that came to be and embarks on a journey to discover what we miss. Stemming from his own growing obsession, Wilson moves far beyond...

Discover the rich history and modern allure of matcha, the vibrant green powder beloved worldwide. From its ancient origins in Japanese tea ceremonies to its rise as a wellness superfood, this book explores matcha's profound health benefits, cultural significance, and creative uses in food and drink. Featuring inspiring recipes, tips on the best matcha cafes, and insights into its celebrity...

A spirited new translation of a forgotten classic, shot through with timeless wisdom Is there an art to drinking alcohol? Can drinking ever be a virtue? The Renaissance humanist and neoclassical poet Vincent Obsopoeus (ca. 1498-1539) thought so. In the winelands of sixteenth-century Germany, he witnessed the birth of a poisonous new culture of bingeing, hazing, peer pressure, and competitive...

Green drinks gone boozy! Create your own delicious cocktails using ingredients you can find in your own backyard, windowsill, or local farmer's market. Learn to make your own simple syrups and infusions with immune-boosting fruits, herbs, and veggies that will leave you feeling refreshed and energised. Lavishly illustrated with full-colour photographs and offering over 100 fun, simple, and delicious cocktail...

This kit includes: Set of 3 enamel wine charmsBranded cocktail stir sticksFull-color recipe cards, bound in a postcard-style book

The perfect gift book for Guinness lovers, served here. How did a beer from Dublin become a globally renowned symbol of Ireland? With just GBP100 in his pocket, Arthur Guinness left behind his family's small brewery in County Kildare to seek his fortunes in Dublin. Acquiring the ill-equipped St James' Gate brewery in 1759, he began to produce a porter...

Praise for the second edition of World Atlas of Beer: 'Written with authority and wit... the perfect guide to the rapidly changing beer scene' Guardian As craft brewing continues to go from strength to strength across the world, World Atlas of Beer is the definitive and essential guide to beer. Understand the rich, multi-faceted traditions of Belgium, the Nordic legend...

A stunning collection of 70 witchcraft-inspired drink recipes with inspiration for creating your very own spirited cocktails to benefit your practice. For centuries, witches have been using spirits of all forms during rituals and celebrations. Now, today’s modern witch can learn how to make the perfect powerful witchcraft cocktail. All you need is a delicious and easy recipe, a bottle...

Channel the cozy flavours and fresh ingredients of winter with this fun, easy-to-use card deck featuring 75 cold weather cocktail recipes. When the temperature dips, what’s better than snuggling up on the couch with a classic Hot Toddy? Or toasting to friends and family during the holiday season with a bubbling Champagne Cocktail? Whether you’re in the mood for crackling...

Wine, Unfiltered is a friendly, charming, and beautifully illustrated introduction to the world of natural wine—where to buy it, what it tastes like, how to share it, and why it matters. What makes a wine 'natural'? And why does it matter? In Wine, Unfiltered, Katherine Clary, author and creator of the Wine Zine, tackles these questions and many more—like the...

The most comprehensive guide to the wines of the entire continent, Wines of South America introduces readers to the astounding quality and variety of wines that until recently have been enjoyed, for the most part, only locally. Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein leads wine enthusiasts on an exciting geographical journey across ten countries, describing the wines, grapes, and regions of each....

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...

I love a sunburnt country—from endless sandy beaches to towering eucalypt forests, the land down under is like nowhere else... and home to some of the world's great wine estates. And wherever good wine is made, you're likely to find a dog scouting the winery or vineyard. This sixth edition of Wine Dogs Australia features over 150 wineries with captivating...

Featuring sixty-seven exceptional colour maps as well as eighty-seven vivid images by photographer Hendrik Holler and others, this is the most comprehensive and up-to-date atlas of German wine—a detailed reference to vineyards and appellations. The authors explain the geography of all the German wine-growing regions and provide independent analysis and ranking of the most significant vineyards in each region. In...

The concept of terroir is one of the most celebrated and controversial subjects in wine today. Most will agree that well-made wine has the capacity to express “somewhereness,” a set of consistent aromatics, flavours, or textures that amount to a signature expression of place. But for every advocate, there is a sceptic, and for every writer singing praises related to...

Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. While wine drunk millennia ago was the humble beverage of the people, today the drink is inextricable with power, sophistication, and often wealth. Bottles sell for half a million dollars. Point systems tell us which wines are considered the best. Wine professionals give...

Discover the delicious world of white wine with profiles of all the must-know varieties from Albarino to Viognier and styles from Bordeaux to Vinho Verde. Dive deep into popular favourites, such as Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Prosecco, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, and Sherry. Peppered with engaging facts and figures, each chapter surveys one grape or blend, featuring all-inclusive at-a-glance information that tells...

This illustrated deck of playing cards is perfect for dram after dram of whisky, or Whisky Poker or any other card game. Featuring illustrations of 39 malt whiskies from around the world, plus 13 whisky-based cocktails, the deck is accompanied by a booklet giving detailed background to the world's favourite distilleries and recipes for all the cocktails. Perfect for a...

60 wonderful whisky and bourbon cocktails Oaky, smoky, young or old, whisky is a versatile and highly spirited spirit that has been the backbone of the classic cocktail since the old-fashioned was new. From the highlands of Scotland to Bourbon county, Kentucky, whisky distilleries have spread across the world, and today there are multitudes of styles and flavours to complement...

One of the most important Scottish writers of the twentieth century TLS A beautiful celebration of Scottish malt whisky and the illustrious lands that produce it. A classic since its original publication in 1935, Whisky and Scotland will enlighten and entertain all who delight in the amber spirit that evokes 'the world of hills and glens, of raging elements, of...

Go beyond the glass and discover the secrets behind your favourite style of whiskey. Over the past three decades, Lew Bryson has been one of the most influential voices in whiskey—a longtime editor of Whisky Advocate and author of the definitive guide Tasting Whiskey. In Whiskey Master Class, Lew shares everything he's learned on his journey through the worlds of...