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Everything the connoisseur could ever want to know about gin, the spirit that sparked a worldwide distilling boom. Nothing communicates elegance and refinement like a Martini. Nothing refreshes on a warm summer day like a Gin & Tonic. It is no accident that gin stands at the center of these...

Prepare to unearth the hidden truths of whiskey history in Whiskey Lore: Volume One, a groundbreaking exploration of 24 popular whiskey myths that have shaped our understanding of the world’s great spirits. With meticulous research and a talent for captivating storytelling, Drew Hannush takes listeners on a journey through the forgotten corners of whiskey’s past, shedding light on the stories that are too often oversimplified or misunderstood.

For most people, giving up the day job and moving to a beautiful area of France and living off the vines is an impossible but delicious dream. In 1990, Patricia Atkinson and her husband decided to sell up in Britain and emigrate to the Dordogne. Their idea was to buy a house with a few vines attached and employ someone to tend to the wine while they earned their living with some financial consultancy work.

The Home Distiller’s Workbook tackles the often misunderstood and misrepresented world of moonshine and distillation and reduces them to such simple concepts that even a first time "Shiner" can understand. The HDW will introduce you to the three basic steps in making your own artisan-crafted spirits: brewing, distilling, and ageing. We will be tackling these steps one by one in a way that will have you saying "I just can’t believe it was that easy." And the truth is that it’s even easier then that. If you can follow a recipe to make a cake then with the help of the HDW you could be making anything from Moonshine to Vodka.

A single cup of delicious, life affirming coffee can set you back two bucks or more at your local coffee shop. Did you know you can make coffee at home that not only costs much less, but actually tastes even better than what you are getting at the coffee shop? This guide will not only show you how to make the best cup of coffee you have ever had in your life, but will also take you on a journey through the history of the world’s greatest drink.

Gallo Be Thy Name is the portrait of an American dynasty, chronicling the family's history from Prohibition and the Great Depression to its roots in organized crime, its impact on the roiling farm labor movements of the 60s and 70s, and ultimately to its domination of America's wine market. The Gallos rode the turbulent currents of history to triumph, with iconic brothers Ernest and Julio steering the ship. But beneath the carefully polished surface of E. & J. Gallo Winery is a sweeping story of passion and power — swirling with rumors of murder.

[About the product]Where there are people, there is a history of wine-.The history of wine, which is said to date back to the birth of mankind…

Do you love beer and want to know more about breweries? Are you thinking of starting your own brewery? This book will quench your curiosity and answer all your questions.

If you’re ready for the inside scoop on the craft beer revolution from some of America's most respected breweries, then you need to buy One More Beer, Please! We interview everyone from mammoth craft breweries to small micro and nano breweries run out of a garage! Breweries that have been around for decades and breweries that are new and making a big splash! Heck, we even interviewed real-life monks who make beer to support their ministry. This is one of the most interesting books about beer written in the last decade.

Reminiscent of God in a Cup and The Devil's Cup, this is an inside look into the modern business of making coffee. But rather than a general history, Coffee for One focuses on the revolution that made single serve the most popular way to consume coffee worldwide, and the competition and conflict that got us here.

This wine-tasting guidebook is redefined for the newcomers to wine tasting. In breaking down the tasting technique, this wine guide will teach you tips and tricks as well as proper wine tasting etiquette, so you can be confident in your abilities to taste wine like the professionals at your next event.

The sad truth: It takes me 8 back to back shots of 100 proof alcohol to get drunk, and my buzzing is the average persons alcohol poison. A 750 ml bottle a day (Fifth) and I didn't start drinking until I was 30 years old, I'm 42 now. How? Why? As I write this hiding in a 4X8 shed in the middle of the desert in New Mexico, I wonder myself. There is no lessons to be learned from this book, no preaching, no teaching. I'm drinking whiskey as I'm typing this. So to all my fellow Unapologetic Alcoholics, enjoy, and have a drink on me.

Bar Tabs and Double Dips: Confessions of a Skimming Bartender is a step-by-step guide that delves into the hidden world of bar theft, revealing the techniques bartenders use to steal and the strategies bar owners can implement to catch them. Written from the firsthand perspective of Dave, a seasoned bartender turned whistleblower, this book provides an in-depth look at the psychology, methods, and consequences of skimming in the hospitality industry.

Tom Bulleit stood on a stage before a thousand people inside a tent the size of a big-top. It was both his 30th wedding anniversary and his birthday. But there was another thing to celebrate: the dedication of the new Bulleit Distillery in Shelbyville, Kentucky. His great-great-grandfather, Augustus, created his first batch of Bulleit Bourbon around 1830. A century and a half later, Tom fulfilled his lifelong dream, revived the old family bourbon recipe, and started Bulleit Distilling Company.

Estilos de vida y posturas frente al consumo de productos que comparten un mismo proceso, están en nuestras reuniones, en nuestras fiestas, y en nuestra vida cotidiana, ¿cómo tomarlos y hacerlos parte de tu vida?, ¿eres de cerveza o vino?...

Frente a una vida acelerada llena de cosas que hacer, nuestros rituales para entrar en modo ON o en modo OFF se reducen a ¿eres un amante del té o del café?...

The ultimate guide to Guinness and the history, culture, and facts to help you find the perfect pint—from the pub to the pour—wherever you are. Including the all-important elements to look for in a Guinness pour—from exact foam height and storage temperature to the crucial glass shape and settling time—as well as what to run away from when seeking a beautiful pint and a crème de la crème guiding list of pubs in New York and around the world, Ian shares his expertise from many a “pint of plain” sank and enjoyed.

The Thoughtful Chef is a culmination of eclectic recipes from over the last 20 of her 44 years of Lisa’s professional cooking. It is also mostly gluten-free but can also be easily replaced with regular flour wherever it’s used. As a child, Lisa always had an interest in cooking but never thought it would become her lifetime career.

Laure Dugas is a champagne baby, born into a family of winemakers from two storied regions of France: Champagne and the Rhône Valley. But Laure wants little to do with the family business. It is only at age 23, when her uncle offers to send her to New York City to learn English and represent his wines to the American market, that Laure bids adieu to her boyfriend and begins her journey of discovery.

Want to host the perfect tea party? Or maybe you prefer hanging out with friends and sharing a whiskey or two? It doesn’t matter, as this bundle is all about teaching you how to enjoy every occasion involving two of the most beloved drinks on a global scale.