The Complete Book of Spirits - A Guide to Their History, Production, and Enjoyment

An indispensable follow-up to his classic Complete Book of Mixed Drinks , Anthony Dias Blue presents The Complete Book of Spirits , a comprehensive collection of history, lore, and tasting tips, along with recipes for select cocktails. Here, in one concise and easy-to-use volume, is all the information a consumer needs to shop, mix, and sip like a spirits expert. From bathtub gin to mojito madness, Blue brings the dynamic history of the spirits industry alive, demonstrating that spirit making is not only one of mankind''s oldest pursuits but also perhaps its most colorful. In ten captivating chapters, readers are treated to everything they ever wanted to know about their favorite liquors, including vodka, aquavit, tequila, and whiskey. Blue also provides step-by-step instructions on how to host spirit tastings to educate your palate and to help you and your friends discover your favorite brands and blends. For every chapter and every spirit, there is also a handy tasting-notes section, with Blue''s expert comments and his favorites, along with price points. If you''ve ever wondered about the difference between potato and wheat vodkas, or between mescal and tequila or American and Irish whiskeys, or what makes single malt Scotch so desirable, look no further. With Anthony Dias Blue, America''s leading wine and spirits expert, and The Complete Book of Spirits as your guides, you will take your enjoyment to a new level.

About the author

Anthony Dias Blue is the author of several books, including The Complete Book of Mixed Drinks and American Wine: A Comprehensive Guide. For twenty years he has been Wine and Spirits editor of Bon Appétit. His reviews have appeared in magazines and newspapers across the country, including Wine Spectator, Robb Report, epicurious.com, American Way, and Decanter. Mr. Blue''s Lifestyle Minute is broadcast several times daily on CBS radio. He lives in California.

Product details

• Authors: Anthony Dias Blue, Anthony Dias/ Dias Blue Blue, Blue Anthony Dias, Anthony Dias Blue
• Publisher: William Morrow
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 26.10.2004
• EAN: 9780060542184
• ISBN: 978-0-06-054218-4
• No. of pages: 336
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 232 mm x 28 mm
• Series: Drinking Guides; Drinking Guides
• Subjects: Guides > Food & drink > Drinks; Reference works, wines, Comfort food and food nostalgia, Spirits, liqueurs and cocktails, Food and drink: alcoholic beverages, Cooking for parties and special occasions, Parties, etiquette and entertaining, General cookery and recipes, Holidays and celebrations, Tea and coffee, General encyclopaedias, HISTORY: Social History, COOKING: Beverages / Wine & Spirits, COOKING: General, COOKING: Comfort Food, COOKING: Holiday, COOKING: Beverages / Coffee & Tea, COOKING: Beverages / Alcoholic / Wine, COOKING: Beverages / Alcoholic / Bartending & Cocktails, COOKING: Reference, REFERENCE: Encyclopedias, Cookery / food and drink / food writing