Bartending & Cocktails

The Sazerac ranks among the most famous drinks of a city famous for its drinking, but where did the classic New Orleans cocktail originate? Drinks journalist Tim McNally dives into the history of the Sazerac in a lively chronicle that ranges from a...

From the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs to the modern Grumpy Cat meme, 51% of the population have been obsessing over cats for centuries. And what better way to celebrate our feline overlords than with a fancy tipple in hand as they purr on your lap? Every...

Recreate the most popular drinks to have been shaken, stirred and swallowed at one of the world's most unique venues. George Michael, Freddie Mercury, Grace Jones, Fatboy Slim, Irvine Welsh, Boy George, Kate Moss, Kylie, LCD SoundSystem and countless...

"Outstanding ... among the most important books about whisky ever written." Charles MacLean BRINGING TOGETHER LANDSCAPES, geology, history, people and their whisky, and addressing the key role of peatlands in mitigating climate change, Peat and Whisky:...

The ultimate guide to cocktails for every home and host - a luxurious, fully-illustrated, global celebration of classic and cutting-edge cocktails, packed with fascinating historical detail as well as more than 600 fail-safe recipesThis definitive...

100 spell-binding, crowd-pleasing cocktails.Work some magic at home with these original cocktail recipes from everyone's favourite experimental bar, The Alchemist. Elevate your mixology skills and bring some creativity to your bar cart with unique and...

THE PERFECT BOOK FOR COCKTAIL LOVERSEveryone enjoys a fancy tipple from time to time, whether partying among friends or taking a moment alone to relax, but sometimes you need more than just a rum & coke. This book provides you with 200 recipes to create...

Want to pick the perfect wine for dinner? Red, white or Rose? Dry or Fruity? Spanish or Portuguese? Become the expert with Wine Folly's Magnum Edition: The Master Guide.'This will effortlessly teach you all you need to know to bluff your way through a...

Get into the party spirit with a masterclass in mixologySwap the drab for the dazzle with this concoction of moreish recipes and nifty tips that will equip you with everything you need to create a delicious array of incredible drinks.This book is the...

The Independent's 2017 Book of the Year and a 2020 London Eater recommended read for lockdown'If Malcolm Gladwell were to write a book about wine, the results wouldn't linger much more pleasurably on the palate than this accessible, adventurous, amusing...

Winner of the Guild of Food Writers Drinks Book Award 2021Shortlisted for the Andre Simon Food and Drink Book Awards 2020"Noble Rot manages to unravel the mysteries of wine with insight and humour. A wonderful - and essential - read for anyone interested...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781739449209Author Ingvar RondeFormat PaperbackPage Count 292Imprint MagDig Media LtdPublisher MagDig Media Ltd

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781607747321Author Martin CateFormat HardbackPage Count 352Imprint Ten Speed PressPublisher Ten Speed PressWeight(grams) 1151gDimensions(mm) 234mm * 196mm *...

Want to pick the perfect wine for dinner? Red, white or Rose? Dry or Fruity? Spanish or Portuguese? Discover the answer with Wine Folly . . .A Fortnum & Mason Drink Book of the Year 2015Red or white? Cabernet or Merlot? Medium or full-bodied?Drinking...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781838320768Author Jim MurrayFormat PaperbackPage Count 384Imprint Dram Good Books LtdPublisher Dram Good Books Ltd

'This book is dangerous: I had a Boulevardier in my hand five minutes after opening it'Victoria Moore, Wine correspondent, the Daily Telegraph and BBC Good Food'Cocktail making demystified at last! What a useful book'India Knight The cocktail scene has...

The Ultimate Bar Book - The bartender's bibleJames Beard nominee for Best Wine and Spirit BookThe cocktail book for your home: The Ultimate Bar Book is an indispensable guide to classic cocktails and new drink recipes. Loaded with essential-to-know...

This new edition of the wildly popular cocktail book features revised and updated texts and a bold new cover. Sixty of the world's coolest and most influential women are the inspiration for this refreshing and fun collection of drink recipes that are...

As satisfying as a tumbler of single malt on a rainy afternoon, this spectacular tour across the Scottish landscape shows how the country's premier whisky-makers are creating exquisite beverages using new models of responsible stewardship for their...

Over 60 recipes, with classic cocktails, batch ideas for parties, seasonal tipples and even some tasty snacks. Featuring advice on essential bar tools, home-made syrup recipes and suggestions on how to produce next-level drinks!In a corner of every home...

Originally published by Constable in 1930, the Savoy Cocktail Book features 750 of the Savoy's most popular recipes. It is a fascinating record of the cocktails that set London alight at the time - and which are just as popular today. Taking you from...

Skip the crowded bar, coffee shop, and restaurant and bring the magic of Disney's drinks right your home with over 100 easy, delicious drink recipes inspired by the Disney Parks.Raise a glass to bringing the magic of Disney straight to your home with The...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781607749707Author Alex DayFormat HardbackPage Count 320Imprint Ten Speed PressPublisher Ten Speed Press

Step inside the curious world of Hendrick's Gin and perfect the peculiar alchemy of cocktail making. Distilled in a gloriously inefficient way, Hendrick's is world renowned for its signature infusion of rose and cucumber. Since opening its very own Gin...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593796870Author Ariana MadixFormat HardbackPage Count 176Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

***'The secret to great, refreshing, stylish serves first time, every time!'Ian Buxton, author Gin: The Ultimate Companion.From the world's leading premium mixer brand, Fever-Tree Easy Mixing: More than 150 Quick and Delicious Mixed Drinks and Cocktails,...

Hawsmoor at Home should be covered in fingerprints and splashes of food, as it's a great hands-on book to use every day.' HESTON BLUMENTHAL'When we started out we had a simple plan - to open the best steak restaurant in London. We travelled the world...

Whether you're planning a cosy night in, or some 'pre-drinks' with friends, The Pocket Book of Cocktails has all the classic and contemporary cocktail recipes you'll need to enjoy at home. Fun, glamourous and always delicious, cocktails have had a...

With 50 gin-based cocktail recipes - from classics to contemporary twists - this is a must-have for anyone Gin the Mood for a good time. Ah gin, how we love you. Lifter of spirits, enhancer of vibes, reliever of stress and instigator of stimulating...

It’s time to dust off your shakers and gather your limes, because rum is the hottest spirit in the world right now! Rum evokes a feeling of escapism like no other spirit and just about everyone needs a vacation, or at the very least a mai tai! Here...

60 wonderful whisky and bourbon cocktails 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...

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of your favourite series by making delicious cocktails inspired by the world of Peaky Blinders, the hit drama seen on the BBC, Netflix and around the world! Birmingham Sour, Derby, Easy Dizzy ... this officially...

Based on a series of articles published in The World of Fine Wine, Bursting Bubbles is a ground-breaking new book that offers the reader an alternate history of Champagne and its greatest growers. Often controversial, it is a no-holds barred look at the...

Celebrate your campaigns and conquests with these 75 fun, RPG-inspired cocktail recipes your whole gaming group will love!Make your next gaming adventure even more fun with this collection of 75 RPG-inspired cocktails! Featuring fantasy-themed libations...

Bourbon is booming, and this guide will teach you all you need to know.Eric Zandona - spirits specialist at the American Distilling Institute - explores 140 of the finest bourbons in the world, from the big-name classics to tiny craft distilleries, with...

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a person in possession of this good book must be in want of a drink.Winner of the Gourmand Award in the Gin category (US). In six enduring novels, Jane Austen captured the fancies and foibles of Regency...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781647221812Author Andre DarlingtonFormat HardbackPage Count 144Imprint Insight EditionsPublisher Insight Editions

There are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime's hobby can be launched. ...

Celebrate Tequila Mockingbird's tenth anniversary with this clever guidebook that pairs cherished novels with both classic and cutting-edge cocktails. No B.A. in English required!It's been ten years since the world's favorite literary-inspired cocktail...

'A handbook of classic cocktails essential to every host's repertoire' VogueWant to master the art of mixology from home?Of all the skills you might acquire in life, learning how to make exquisite cocktails is the least likely to be a waste of your time...