This book is a guide to the discovery of whiskey with its long history and many unique characteristics, from its basic ingredients to its production methods and regional variations. The reader will learn what makes American whiskey different from Canadian or Irish or Scotch whiskeys as well as the meaning of the terminology found on the labels.
There are very many types of rum, which differ in fermentation times, distillation equipment used, and aging: it is a varied world that this guide will help you to know and to understand
With everything from the top brands to the best recipes, this is the gin lover's perfect guide! Gin is the main ingredient in some of today's trendiest cocktails. This volume is entirely dedicated to the popular liquor--its history, its production, its various flavorings. Davide Terziotti, an expert in the field, provides profiles of 30 main brands, outlining their characteristics, aromas, and main botanicals. For each, he provides an ideal recipe, and the final section offers a selection of classic and innovative cocktails, with instructions on their preparation. Throughout, Fabio Petroni's splendid still lifes illustrate the masterly text.