Knowledgeable, entertaining, and more than a little infatuated with his subject, award-winning food writer and chef Edward Lee gives us his insight into bourbon, telling us everything we should know about the mellow honey-brown treasure that's put Kentucky on the global map: How bourbon is made. Its history. How to read a label. A look inside the famous distilleries. The influence of oak. Tours of Kentucky's bourbon regions. How to taste bourbon like a professional. And, in the most delicious surprise, how to cook with bourbon, with 50 recipes from Bourbon-Glazed Chicken Wings and Blackened Salmon with Bourbon-Soy Marinade to a Bourbon and Butterscotch Pudding. Plus the best Old-Fashioned you'll ever mix.

An instant national bestseller!

Cocktails and stories from Tito's Handmade Vodka, America's favorite vodka.

Everyone knows that the best way to tell a good story is over a good drink--Tito's Handmade Vodka brings them together, pairing tales and adventures with damn good cocktails. This book offers fans a never-before-seen look at the brand. From the earliest days in a one-room distillery and the hustle behind its first-ever bottles to copper caps lining shelves around the world, Tito's Handmade Vodka is sharing its journey with the fans, friends, artists, mixologists, and every other person who's been there along the way.

Spirit in a Bottle is packed with helpful lessons for the home cocktail enthusiast including vodka infusions, at-home mixology, bar cart basics, and seasonal ingredients, plus, of course, a wide selection of cocktail recipes, like:

Tito's Espresso MartiniTito's TransfusionHabanero InfusionThe GrackleLake Breakfast

Each recipe is crafted with the same care and thoughtfulness that goes into every bottle of Tito's. A variety of simple, complex, refreshing, and dynamic drinks are fit for every occasion and every taste. So go ahead and crack that copper cap, mix up a cocktail, and, as Tito's always says, If you like it, tell twenty of your closest friends.

Juke Joints, Jazz Clubs, and Juice spotlights the creativity, hospitality, and excellence of Black drinking culture, with classic and modern recipes inspired by formulas found in two centuries' worth of Black cookbooks. From traditional tipples, such as the Absinthe Frappe or the Clover Leaf Cocktail, to new favorites, like the Jerk-Spiced Bloody Mary and the Gin and Juice 3.0, Toni Tipton-Martin shares a variety of recipes that shine a light on her influences, including underheralded early-twentieth-century icons, like Tom Bullock, Julian Anderson, and Atholene Peyton, and modern superstars, such as Snoop Dogg and T-Pain.

Drawing on her expertise, research in historic cookbooks, and personal collection of texts and letters, Toni Tipton-Martin shows how these drinks have evolved over time and shares the stories of how Black mixology came to be--a culmination of generations of practice, skill, intelligence, and taste.

From the creators of the best-selling brand The Art of Mixology(TM) comes our Bartender's Guide to Bourbon & Whiskey. A delicious book for bourbon and whiskey lovers! Bartender secrets, equipment essentials, histories, and best of all, recipes with enticing photos! Have fun practicing and sipping until you have mastered signature cocktails that will impress your friends. From the classic Old Fashioned to the romantic French Kiss -- this treasury of cocktails will whisk you to distilleries around the world where the smoky and oaky magic happens! Great gift for Father's Day or a host and hostess gift. An essential how-to book for every home bar cart. Cheers!

Explore the chemistry of cocktails and mocktails with The Art of Mixology(TM) . Become your own bartender and create new, delicious concoctions using the best of traditional and contemporary recipes. Have fun and make yourself a drink!

Collect all of the titles in our Mixology series - the original Art of Mixology, Bourbon & Whiskey, Rum, Word Search Intoxicating Puzzles, Mocktails and holiday essential Making Spirits Bright.

• CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY RECIPES The best of traditional and contemporary mixology for all occasions. Modern twists on classic cocktails will inspire budding mixologists as they hone their skills.
• TEACHES THE BASICS From shaking and stirring to layering and muddling, practice and perfect time-honored mixology techniques to serve the quintessential cocktail. Soak up the long-standing history of Irish whiskey and Scotch whiskey while learning what sets them apart. Discover their differences to craft timeless cocktails.
• ANY OCCASION Including romantic dinners, special celebrations, holidays, entertaining, and more. Try a Frozen Mint Julep for a hot summer day or a French Kiss for a candlelit dinner date. There is a perfect, well-loved drink for every get-together!
• TIMELESS RECIPES: From a classic Manhattan to a Thai Cocktail Sling, these recipes stretch across time to delight whiskey and bourbon connoisseurs of all generations and ages.
• MAKES A GREAT GIFT Birthdays, holidays, Christmas, Valentine's, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and more. This is a great bartending book gift for a new home or to complete any renovated home bar.

From the mixologist behind the popular @bevsbybeverly Instagram and TikTok accounts, these tempting cocktail recipes take date night to the next level. Organized by type of date--from the classic dinner date to daytime dates, movie nights, double dates, special occasions, and more--these indulgent cocktails for two include:

• Up All Night Espresso Martinis to fuel a passionate game night and/or a night of passion.
• StrawBAE & Balsamics to toast each other while on a romantic picnic in the park.
• Hottie Toddies for a cozy movie night at home with your hottie.

MAKES DATE NIGHT FUN AND EASY TO PLAN: Mixing and sipping on a delicious bev with your boo is an enjoyable way to spend time together. Kindred Spirits offers 40 delicious drink recipes plus tons of great ideas for romantic activities that will bring couples closer together, such as a dance party, a home-cooked meal, and low-key ways to celebrate Valentine's Day.

IDEAL ENGAGEMENT OR WEDDING GIFT: Rather than gifting an engaged couple a handbook on wedding planning, give them the gift that keeps on giving. Packed with tasty cocktail recipes and fun things to do together, this will be one of the best engagement, shower, or wedding gifts they'll receive.

FOR COUPLES AT ANY STAGE: Alongside a shaker, playful ice cube molds, or pretty glassware, Kindred Spirits makes a thoughtful gift for couples at any stage of their relationship. The recipes are flexible enough to inspire delectable drinks for de-stressing while wedding planning, celebrating a milestone anniversary, cheers-ing to a new home, or toasting a newly empty nest.

ROMANTIC GIFT FOR HIM OR HER: Give this to your mixology-loving partner as a thoughtful anniversary or Valentine's Day present, or as a stocking stuffer. Kindred Spirits is full of ways to keep having fun with your person.

Perfect for:

• Couples who are interested in mixology and like making drinks at home
• Newlyweds and engaged couples
• Cocktail-loving couples who are moving in together or have bought their first house
• Shoppers looking for an anniversary, engagement, housewarming, or Valentine's Day gift
• Fans of @bevsbybeverly and popular cocktail accounts with beautiful visuals and easy recipes

The best whisky book ever - a must-read for drinkers! - Forbes

The perfect go-to reference guide for the whisky lover's bookshelf - Whisky Magazine

Award-winning author and whisky expert Dave Broom profiles more than 400 distilleries and explores more than 800 whiskies. There has been major growth in the world of whisky in the last decade, with many more distilleries opening, and this new edition brings the world of whisky right up to date.

The World Atlas of Whisky is the only guide the connoisseur and newcomer will ever need in order to understand everything there is to know about the world of whisky. This is a beautifully illustrated, in-depth and comprehensive journey through the history, process, distilleries and expressions of world whiskies, featuring detailed full-colour maps. Heritage, romance, flavour and craftsmanship are all celebrated in this complete study of this most versatile of drinks.

As of 2022, the global American Whiskey market was estimated at USD 11825.64 million, and it's anticipated to reach USD 20546.52 million in 2028. Whisky has become the best-selling spirit category for on-premises consumption in recent years in the US. There are now approx. 2,000 distilleries in the US - increasing by more than double in the last decade.

Grab your cocktail shaker, you are heading back to the Roaring Twenties. Cloistered behind secret doors, hidden from view except for those in the know, password protected, and only discussed in hushed tones, the idea of a speakeasy is thrilling.

Many Prohibition-era cocktails were inspired by those of pre-Prohibition, but the dubious moonshine whiskies and bathtub gins had to be masked with citrus and fruit juices, ginger ales, colas and other flavours. The result? Some of the most-loved and enduring classics that we enjoy today.

Speakeasy Cocktails is a curated collection of 50 recipes ranging from the iconic Dirty Martini to the zesty Southside and the decadent Manhattan, all organised by era of invention.

With a deco-inspired foiled cover and photography throughout, this is the perfect gift for every cocktail lover, be they a novice bartender or seasoned mixologist.

Pour Together is filled with tasty, easy, and elevated drinks that go beyond your average Gin & Tonic in style, but not in fussiness. You don't need complicated infusions or a bundle of ingredients to create a delicious cocktail. Food and drink writer Roger Kamholz teaches you how to whip up innovative two-ingredient drinks to sip again and again.

From light and spritzy drinks like an Oolong-hai to a more decadent option like the Debonair and easily batchable beer beverages like the Smoky Paloma Radler, this book covers all your cocktail wants and delivers them quickly, with minimal--if any--prep, and little to no equipment. Whether you're looking for a quick cocktail to enjoy at home or a new and interesting drink to bring to your next dinner party, Pour Together will have you on your way to mixing up something delicious in no time.

These recipes feature beautiful photographs, as well as optional garnishes and modifications, each offering ways to elevate your cocktail game without over-complicating it. Casual and approachable, Pour Together is for anyone who wants to mix a fun, creative drink with ease.

Imagine coming home from the farmers market and making a delicious batch of all-natural Strawberry Hard Kombucha. Or treating yourself to a Blackberry Hard Seltzer after picking a batch of blackberries during an afternoon walk. Or whipping up a few gallons of Mai Tai Hard Iced Tea to share at backyard barbecues this summer. And the best part? These homemade drinks are easy and budget-friendly, and expert homebrewer Emma Christensen has got you covered!

Whether you want to recreate your favorite canned drink or flex your own creative muscles with all-natural ingredients, Emma will be with you every step of the way, ensuring every batch is a success. Hard Seltzer, Iced Tea, Kombucha, and Cider is chock full of helpful techniques and tips to make your own fizzy delights in no time. Choose from over 45 recipes organized from basic to adventurous, popular to off-beat, and low-ABV to higher ABV. Recipes include Yuzu-Plum Hard Seltzer, Mint Julep Hard Iced Tea, Blueberry-Pomegranate Hard Kombucha, Mulled Cranberry Hard Cider, and many more.

Emma will soon have you strolling the grocery store and wondering Will it fizz? with everything you see!

If you're going to invest the $100 or so to get a basic equipment and recipe kit, then you'll want to take care in ensuring that your first batch is brewed correctly. -Rick Morris, HowBrewBeer

The Joy of Home Distilling covers nearly every facet of distilling:

• Step-by-step instructions for the different processes, from bucket to bottle
• The difference between spirit types and how to produce each
• What yeast is, what it does, and how to ensure that you get a strong, complete fermentation
• What distillation is and common misconceptions about the process
• Legalities surrounding distilling alcohol at home
• Carbon filtering--when it's necessary, when to filter, and why you filter
• Flavoring and aging your spirits
• Keeping safety first when working with flammable materials, such as ethanol
• Yeast styles and nutritional requirements
• Different methods of distillation and equipment
• Post-distillation process
• And of course, fun drink recipes (Try the Mudslide or the Cherry Bomb )

Unlock the secret to perfect whiskey pairings with internationally recognized whiskey expert Richard Thomas.

Wine isn't the only drink that can accompany a good meal. In this cookbook, whiskey takes center stage with signature pairings and top-notch recipes. From rye with smoked salmon to bourbon with apple pie, experiment with diverse flavor profiles that pair with and improve the taste of these spirits. With hundreds of different expressions to choose from, a good bottle of whiskey is an ingenious way to bring your meals to the next level. Inside you'll find:

• Menus that pair well with bourbon, rye, scotch, and single malts
• Detailed tasting notes for a variety of expressions
• A guide to the full spectrum of whiskey flavors and aromas

Balance out delectable dishes or give them a perfect punch, and bring depth and complexity to each meal with this spirited collection. This is a new way to think, drink, and appreciate the world of whiskey. Raise your glass, it's time to eat with The Whiskey Cookbook.

Cocktails! Drink them, mix them, and enjoy them. Cheers hun!

Whether you love a glass of Prosecco or prefer a classic Punch, The Little Book of Pink Cocktails can help you transform your favorite cocktail into something even more fabulous.

Summer is here and we all know what that means - it's time to grab some friends, some glasses and raise some delicious cocktails!

From the classy blush of the Pink Lady to the sassy flush of the Cosmopolitan, the peach-pink perfection of the Bellini to the flashy-trashy confection of the Valentine Martini, this wonderfully pink book is the perfect guide to cocktails for every occasion.

Contents include:
⁃ Fizzes, Highballs & Collinses
⁃ Spirit Forwards
⁃ Sours
⁃ Sharers & Punches
⁃ Champagne & Prosecco

From the creators of the best-selling brand The Art of Mixology(TM) comes our Bartender's Guide to Rum. A delicious book for lovers of rum! Bartender secrets, equipment essentials, histories, and best of all, recipes with enticing photos! Have fun practicing and sipping until you have mastered signature cocktails that will impress your friends. From a Mellow Mule to a Mojito -- this treasury of cocktails will whisk you through a paradise of daiquiris, mules, sours, punches, and coladas! Learn about kinds of rum and best recipes for them. Great gift for Father's Day or a host and hostess gift. An essential how-to book for every home bar cart. Cheers!

Explore the chemistry of cocktails and mocktails with The Art of Mixology(TM) . Become your own bartender and create new, delicious concoctions using the best of traditional and contemporary recipes. Have fun and make yourself a drink!

Collect all of the titles in our Mixology series - the original Art of Mixology, Bourbon & Whiskey, Rum, Word Search Intoxicating Puzzles, Mocktails and holiday essential Making Spirits Bright.

• CLASSIC AND CONTEMPORARY RECIPES: The best of traditional and contemporary mixology for all occasions. Modern twists on classic cocktails will inspire budding mixologists as they hone their skills.
• TEACHES THE BASICS: Become the ultimate party host and bartender with unexpected, thrilling mixes of fresh ingredients and premium spirits. Keep your guests guessing as you stir together wild, yet artful flavors that will keep spirits high!
• ANY OCCASION: Including beach days, special celebrations, holidays, entertaining, and more. Try a daquiri or a Jamaican Mule for a sunny day in the sand or a classic Mojito for the perfect patio refreshment. There is a delicious, well-loved drink for every get-together!
• TIMELESS RECIPES: From a classic Gin & Tonic to a Sloe Gin Rickey, these recipes stretch across time to delight gin connoisseurs of all generations and ages.
• MAKES A GREAT GIFT: Birthdays, holidays, Christmas, Valentine's, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and more. This is a great bartending book gift for a new home or to complete any renovated home bar.

Time to put away the shot glass--tequila long ago left its spring break clichés in the dust. Today, it is not just a sophisticated global phenomenon but is poised to surpass vodka to become the number one spirit in the U.S. by sales. Which means there's no better time for A Field Guide to Tequila, the new bible on this popular spirit.
Whether you're already an aficionado who likes to slow-sip an artisanal extra-añejo or a margarita lover curious about your favorite drink and what makes it special, A Field Guide to Tequila takes you step by step into everything that makes tequila tequila, from how it came about, to how it's made, to how to select, taste, and serve it. Beginning with the origin of every bottle of tequila--the unique blue agave (which is actually much closer, biologically, to a lily than a cactus)--it's all here: The life cycle of the blue agave and the complex process of turning it into liquor (hint: There's harvesting, steaming, roasting, and--still in use in one legendary distillery--working mules). The five classes of tequila, including the unfortunate myth of blanco's inferiority. How to read a tequila label. The seventeen tequila producers to know and brands you need to explore, from giants of the industry like Patrón and José Cuervo to traditionalists, artisans, and innovators, including Tapatío, Siete Leguas, Ocho, G4, and Cava de Oro. The real deal with so many celebrity tequila brands, a phenomenon that started with Bing Crosby. How to set up a tequila tasting. A complete guide to tequila tourism, including dos and don'ts for visiting the town of Tequila, best times to go, essential stops, and a glossary of Spanish. Oh, and a recipe for a best-ever margarita, plus three other classic tequila cocktails, including the Rolling Stones' favorite, the tequila sunrise.
With its striking visuals and appealing package, A Field Guide to Tequila is a go-to reference that felicitously also feels like a real gift book--and vice versa.

From its origins in the West Indies and its seafaring associations, rum is now distilled all over the world, and its popularity as a spirit is experiencing a new rise. Ian Burrell, a passionate advocate for all things rum, reveals the spirit's long and complex history; the production, distillation, and aging process; and the myriad flavors of this delicious drink available today.

Discover who we have to thank for inventing rum, exactly how it is created from sugarcane, and how best to enjoy the different varieties before exploring tasting notes for more than 100 global rums and recipes for more than 30 cocktails--both classic favorites and those with a modern twist.

This all-encompassing guide to the ongoing story of rum will teach you to establish your own palate and write your own tasting notes and will open up the world of premium and bespoke spirits for a lifetime of enjoyment.

Whiskey Lore: Volume One invites readers on an enthralling journey through the myths, legends, and truths that have shaped the world of whiskey. From the rolling hills of Kentucky to the windswept landscapes of Scotland, this meticulously researched volume uncovers the fascinating stories behind 24 whiskey myths.

With a blend of historical storytelling, myth-busting investigation, and whiskey appreciation, Drew Hannush delves into everything from the origin of the term America's Native Spirit to the contentious debate over whether Jack Daniel's is Bourbon and the oft-repeated tales of medicinal whiskey licenses during Prohibition. Learn why different countries spell whiskey differently, the true meaning behind terms like master distiller and whether all Irish whiskey is triple distilled.

Drew Hannush's engaging storytelling style seamlessly intertwines history, culture, and the pursuit of truth, offering readers not only a deeper understanding of whiskey but also a window into the times and traditions that shaped its rise. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur, a casual sipper, or a history buff, Whiskey Lore: Volume One will challenge what you think you know about whiskey and leave you thirsting for more.

Bourbon is America's favorite spirit and has been for more than decades. Eric Zandona - spirits specialist at the American Distilling Institute - explores the history, craft and rich flavor of this distinctive spirit.

The Little Book of Bourbon, the perfect drinker's companion; it delves into this wonderful world and offers everything you need to know at a glance about Bourbon - from how it is made, how to drink it like a pro and the key things you need to understand when buying a bottle.

The Little Book of Bourbon also features 20 classic cocktail recipes, from an Old Fashioned to a Manhattan and Whiskey Sour.

Learn how to craft the perfect whiskey cocktail with this book of over 100 recipes, featuring your favorite spirits. Learn about the distilleries that make this timeless classic in this essential guide that showcases a variety of scotch, bourbon, rye, and more!

From the Manhattan to the Mint Julep, whiskey is the foundation of some of the most iconic, old-school cocktails, and its renaissance has led to an array of innovative new creations. Whether you prefer your drinks tart and refreshing or complex and spirit-forward, this artfully curated collection features:

• 
  More than 100 whiskey cocktail recipes with chapters dedicated to whiskey, bourbon, rye, and whiskey liqueurs and creams
• Distillery profiles on Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, Hartfield & Co., Heaven Hill, Jack Daniel's, Jim Beam, Maker's Mark, Willett, and Woodford Reserve
• Facts about the origins of whiskey found all throughout the book
• These libations and more: Gentleman's Manhattan, Perfect Old Fashioned, Rob Roy, Southern Charm, Hot Toddy, Pomegranate Smash, Tennessee Mule, Vieux Carr, Maker's Boulevardier, Jack and Ginger, Black Manhattan, Buffalo Smash, Whiskey Sling, Sazerac, South of NY Sour, Blackberry Sage Julep
• Whiskey Cocktails is an essential guide for anyone looking to craft an impeccable drink. From the whiskey aficionado to the beginner, there is a whiskey drink for everyone with a wide variety of classic whiskey recipes and modern originals to choose from.

This elevated cocktail book is a great gift for:

• Father's day, birthday's, or other celebrations
• Host or hostess, and housewarming parties
• Newlyweds who are fond of mixology, or wedding registries of cocktail lovers