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Celebrate the craft of gin with this intoxicating guide to the history, culture and production of the world''s favourite spirit From juniper berries to coriander, and citrus peel to exotic spices, the endless variety of gin flavours makes it one of the most versatile and beloved drinks today. Go on a spirited journey into the secrets and stories behind this iconic drink with The Little Book of Gin . Discover the history, production and culture of gin and learn how your favourite gins are created through the art of botanical blending. In this pocket guide, you will find: - The differences between various styles of gin, including London Dry, Old Tom and the resurgence of barrel-aged gins. - An in-depth look at the production process, detailing the various botanicals that contribute to gin''s distinctive flavours. - The art of mixology, featuring classic gin cocktails like the Martini and the Gimlet, as well as innovative creations that showcase gin''s versatility as a spirit. Filled to the brim with fascinating facts, this handy little book is perfect for gin experts, aspiring aficionados and anyone looking for some gin-spiration.
About the author
Nick Moyle is a graphic designer by day and a writer by night, specializing in drinks (particularly those that contain alcohol). Although he lives in the cider county of Somerset, UK, he also flexes his tastebuds on beers, whiskies, gins and more. Some of these he makes himself from home-grown and foraged ingredients, but he is more likely to be found down the pub sampling the efforts of professional drink makers.
