Beverages Books

It's 1943 and the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great and Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world. Morale is at rock bottom. George Campbell...

This book teaches the two fundamental secrets to tea as practiced in ancient China-technique and taste. These exemplify some of the basic concepts of the philosophy of tea, which greatly enhances tea enjoyment. Not only an exhaustive source of tea...

Food blogger-turned-gourmet trucker Marvin Gapultos demonstrates in this book that good Filipino food can be prepared anywhere. Marvin provides easy-to-follow, tried-and-true recipes that serve as a basic guide to the pleasures of Filipino cooking. These...

The Sake Handbook is the foremost guide to the history, brewing, and distinctive flavors of sake. Just what are jizake, namazake and ginjoshu? The Sake Handbook answers all these questions and many more about sake wine, and will help you enjoy Japan's...

Conjure more than 70 otherworldly spirits with the first official cocktail book inspired by the hit television series Supernatural! Inspired by the iconic heroes, monsters, and small-town locales of the beloved television series Supernatural, this...

Fermentation produces fantastic non-alcoholic drinks. Think of a fresh and tart kombucha, a thirst quenching water kefir, or an earthy beet kvass. They all fizz with healthy bacteria and they all surprise you with their complex taste. More and more,...

It’s always rosé season! And this pleasantly pink wine makes for an exquisite cocktail. With an irresistible rosé-foil hardcover and 40+ gorgeous photos, Rose Cocktails features over 60 recipes for craft cocktails made with the popular pink-hued wine,...

There has never been a more exciting time to drink Australian wine.  Centuries of innovation and determination have led to an era of exceptional achievement in Australia, yet it is a country whose output is not matched by its scholarship. Until now...

Drinks expert Andy Clarke reveals his top tips for cocktails and home bar kit without spending the earth. Features over 50 recipes, simple snack suggestions, and tips and ideas on how to host a cocktail party at home, minus the fuss. From basement bars...

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. Discover the incredible uses of 40 of the best home-grown and...

Contains information on the history of gin, 'gindustry' stats and facts, top tipple tips and celebrity quotes; as well as how to make, taste, serve and drink gin alongside the best cocktail recipes. 'Ginspiration' to keep you shaken and stirred. Gin...

This is the ultimate guide to cocktail making, with practical, professional advice from cocktail expert Brian Lucas. From timeless classics like the Old-fashioned to inventive new creations such as Grape Escape, this book shows how to create perfectly...

This little book is full of stats, facts, quotes, notes, icons, origins of all things Vodka-based, from its eastern European origins to its latest reincarnation as every taste-makers' go-to mixer and chaser. James Bond's favourite weapon of choice,...

Anything is possible with sunshine and a glass of rose.  Pale and delicate or robust and ruby red, rose has fuelled a revolution in the drinking world. Take a dip into this fact-filled book and discover the fascinating history of the pink drink, along...

A celebration of all that is neat about tequila. Following hot on the heels of whisky, vodka and gin, tequila has become the latest spirit to be revolutionised, gentrified, and beautified in the last ten years. Every day a new small-batch, craft,...

A sparkling celebration of one of the world's best-loved wines, including history, quotes, facts, and recipes for classic and modern Prosecco-based cocktails.  Save water: Drink Prosecco Who doesn't love a chilled glass of Prosecco? Champagne's...

The eight soapstone cubes in the pack are reusable, and a perfect substitute for ice, chilling your favourite dram without diluting it.  The Whisky Rocks Pack is the perfect gift for any lover of whisky. Not only does the pack contain a book informing...

Learn about wines from all over the world in The Wine Game a deluxe go fish/happy families game. With two decks of cards - one for red wines, one for whites - covering all the major wine-producing regions and some unexpected gems, this is the perfect way...

The worldwide bestseller - 1/4 million copies sold 'Written by a World Barista Champion and co-founder of the great Square Mile roasters in London, this had a lot to live up to and it certainly does. For everyone who wants to understand more about...

The ultimate cookbook for beer-lovers: bold flavours, relaxed recipes and beer-matching know-how, for the best food to enjoy with a brew There is more than a little truth in the suggestion that beer is humankind's greatest ever invention. It was a...

A new edition for the kombucha-crazed culture we're now in of the book previously known as Probiotic Drinks at Home Kombucha and other fermented drinks are great for gut health, but they're expensive to buy and you can't be sure of the quality. But...

With an intoxicating collection of rosé-based cocktails for fun, sun-splashed occasions, this charming book by a cocktail maven also offers stylish entertaining ideas, food pairings, bar techniques, and a wealth of insider know-how for lovers of this...

New York Times bestselling author Michael Ruhlman applies the principles of his innovative book Ratio—about the relationships of ingredients to each other—in this delightful back-to-basics cocktail book, sharing the simple recipes and fundamental...

The Encyclopedia of Cocktails features over 1,000 cocktails for every occasion! From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender's go-to resource. Clean, uncluttered design and extensive index make...

Celebrates the simple pleasures and great magical power of teas and herbal brews - with over 70 recipes for every purpose and occasion.  A Tea Witch's Grimoire offers recipes for magical botanical brews of all sorts: teas, elixirs, potions, and...

How to Distill offers a comprehensive overview of the art and science of distilling, including the fundamentals of still design, the distillation process, and key recipes.  Learn every aspect of distilling, from the fundamentals to flavor development...

With an eye for style and appreciation for seasonal ingredients, the proprietors of Chowgirls Killer Catering , one of the Midwest’s leading catering companies, share their inspired ideas for delicious appetizers, small plates, and cocktails that are...

Make simple and easy cocktails with this comprehensive deck of recipe cards for classic and innovative whiskey drinks! Drink your way through the alphabet with the Whiskey Cocktail Cards A–Z! This easy-to-navigate alphabetical guide to whiskey cocktails...

Make simple and easy cocktails with this comprehensive deck full of recipe cards for classic and innovative vodka drinks! Drink your way through the alphabet with the Vodka Cocktail Cards A–Z! This easy-to-navigate alphabetical guide to vodka cocktails...

Drink by the light of the moon with these 70 lunar cocktails that celebrate and strengthen your connection with this out-of-this-world celestial body. For centuries, alcohol has been used to celebrate the moon and the moon’s phases. Now, modern moon...

True love is just one martini away…if you’re a Leo, that is. Meet your perfect (cocktail) match with Mixology of Astrology. No matter your sign, here you’ll find the best drinks for every occasion. Demystify both the stars and the drink menu with these...

Sharpen your skills and master the classics with the world's bestselling cocktail book — now thoroughly redesigned, updated, and with all-new, eye-catching photos. From advice on setting up your home bar and planning a successful cocktail party to...

A loving homage to the era celebrated by the hit Netflix series Bridgerton-and the cocktails that shaped its high society As a society doyenne and undercover libertine, Lady Thornwood knows what makes a drink perfect. In The Regency Book of Drinks:...

Unique and dangerously drinkable cocktail recipes for every astrological sign, so the stars can guide your imbibing as much as they do the rest of your life The movements of the heavens have the power to rule our lives--from who we date or how we...

Trusted family food expert and Weelicious founder serves up more than 100 transformative recipes for nourishing and delicious smoothies Catherine McCord, the founder of Weelicious and family food brand One Potato, offers a way to change your life using...

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE EVER-POPULAR GREEN SMOOTHIE, WITH ALL YOU NEED TO MAKE DELICIOUS HEALTHY DRINKS TO SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLE. Feeling tired and run-down? Looking for a great start to your day? Want the perfect juice to help detox your body?...

Learn your craft to appreciate all manner of beer styles with the Beer Drinker's Toolkit. Passionate beer writer Mick Wust hates beer snobs. He doesn't take himself or beer drinking too seriously. Here Mick gives you the tools to navigate the world of...

With fifty new recipes and new information on the benefits of juicing and juice cleanses, here is the completely revised and updated edition of this juicing category killer. The first completely revised edition of this juicing classic, The Complete Book...

Brew a Batch: A beginner's guide to home-brewed beer

This informative reference meets tasting journal teaches spirit enthusiasts how to deeply appreciate drinking tequila of all kinds. From classic to new-generation and small-batch tequilas, this book gives you the information you need to enjoy this widely...

Pour yourself the perfect drink-or make a round for your guests. Making drinks at home has never been easier. In this guide to perennial favorites and forgotten classics, YouTube's Aussie mixologist Steve the Bartender shares 125 of his favorite drink...

Cocktails aren't just for fancy nights out and high-end mixologists. In Mr Lyan's Cocktails at Home, Ryan Chetiyawardana (aka Mr Lyan, the man behind the award-winning Dandelyan and Lyaness bars in London and other venues in Washington DC and Amsterdam)...

60 Vibrant and Versatile Vodka Cocktails. Vodka is the perfect spirit that can turn almost any combination of mixer, juice and garnish into a bold and boozy beverage. Clear in colour and crisp to taste, some of the most famous cocktails are vodka-based. ...

See the world through rosé-coloured glasses with this 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...

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...

Tequila and mezcal are tipped to be the hot spirits of the year, and Tequila Made Me Do It offers everything you need to create 60 tantalising cocktails right at home. Following the best-selling Prosecco Made Me Do It and Gin Made Me Do It, this...

2016 was officially the “year of gin” in the UK, with sales topping £1 billion! The brilliantly botanical spirit is much more than tonic’s sidekick, it’s sophisticatedly sippable, and adds depth and flavour to any drink. This beautifully illustrated book...

Do your ears perk up when you hear the telltale pop of a prosecco bottle? Do you think every drink is just a little bit nicer with bubbles? Prosecco is no longer just a sparkling wine, it’s a cultural phenomenon, a party in a glass. This beautifully...