{"product_id":"9780062012814","title":"The Complete Book of Spirits: A Guide to Their History, Production, and Enjoyment","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn indispensable follow-up to his classic \u003cem\u003eComplete Book of Mixed Drinks\u003c\/em\u003e, Anthony Dias Blue presents \u003cem\u003eThe Complete Book of Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf 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 \u003cem\u003eThe Complete Book of Spirits\u003c\/em\u003e as your guides, you will take your enjoyment to a new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47148074238192,"sku":"9780062012814","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780062012814_p0.jpg?v=1763625066","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780062012814","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}