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For All the Tea in China

How England Stole the World's Favorite Drink and Changed History

de Sarah Rose ...

A dramatic historical narrative of the man who stole the secret of tea from ChinaIn 1848, the British East India Company, having lost its monopoly on the tea trade, engaged Robert Fortune, a Scottish gardener, botanist, and plant hunter, to make a clandestine trip into the interior of China—territory forbidden to foreigners—to steal the closely guarded secrets of tea horticulture and manufacturing ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

A dramatic historical narrative of the man who stole the secret of tea from ChinaIn 1848, the British East India Company, having lost its monopoly on the tea trade, engaged Robert Fortune, a Scottish gardener, botanist, and plant hunter, to make a clandestine trip into the interior of China—territory forbidden to foreigners—to steal the closely guarded secrets of tea horticulture and manufacturing
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The Story of Tea

A Cultural History and Drinking Guide

de Mary Lou Heiss, Robert J. Heiss ...

Whether it's a delicate green tea or a bracing Assam black, a cup of tea is a complex brew of art and industry, tradition and revolution, East and West. In this sweeping tour through the world of tea, veteran tea traders Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss chronicle tea's influence across the globe and provide a complete reference for choosing, drinking, and enjoying this beverage.The Story of Tea ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

Whether it's a delicate green tea or a bracing Assam black, a cup of tea is a complex brew of art and industry, tradition and revolution, East and West. In this sweeping tour through the world of tea, veteran tea traders Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss chronicle tea's influence across the globe and provide a complete reference for choosing, drinking, and enjoying this beverage.The Story of Tea
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The Book of Tea

de Okakura Kakuzo ...

"The Book of Tea" was written by Okakura Kakuzo in the early 20th century. It was first published in 1906, and has since been republished many times.It is a short volume that explains the unique tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony, from utensils used at the ceremony to historical context.In the late-19th and early-20th centuries, Japan underwent a period of modernization. Some conservatives ... Leer más

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"The Book of Tea" was written by Okakura Kakuzo in the early 20th century. It was first published in 1906, and has since been republished many times.It is a short volume that explains the unique tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony, from utensils used at the ceremony to historical context.In the late-19th and early-20th centuries, Japan underwent a period of modernization. Some conservatives
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Smuggler's Cove

Exotic Cocktails, Rum, and the Cult of Tiki

de Martin Cate, Rebecca Cate ...

**JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • SPIRITED AWARD WINNER • “This indispensable book is the definitive volume on one of the cocktail world’s most fascinating and complex genres.”—Jordan Mackay, co-author of Secrets of the SommeliersWINNER: 2017 JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION BOOK AWARD, BEVERAGEWINNER: 2017 SPIRITED AWARDS (TALES OF THE COCKTAIL): BEST NEW COCKTAIL & BARTENDING BOOKA colorful journey into the ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

**JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • SPIRITED AWARD WINNER • “This indispensable book is the definitive volume on one of the cocktail world’s most fascinating and complex genres.”—Jordan Mackay, co-author of Secrets of the SommeliersWINNER: 2017 JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION BOOK AWARD, BEVERAGEWINNER: 2017 SPIRITED AWARDS (TALES OF THE COCKTAIL): BEST NEW COCKTAIL & BARTENDING BOOKA colorful journey into the
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The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition

de Karen MacNeil ...

Series series The Workman Bible Series
It’s America’s bestselling wine book, now fully revised, updated, and in color!Beloved and trusted by everyone, from newcomers starting their wine journey to oenophiles, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and industry insiders, The Wine Bible is comprehensive, entertaining, authoritative, beautifully written, and endlessly interesting.Page after page grounds the reader deeply in the fundamentals—vineyards ... Leer más

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It’s America’s bestselling wine book, now fully revised, updated, and in color!Beloved and trusted by everyone, from newcomers starting their wine journey to oenophiles, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and industry insiders, The Wine Bible is comprehensive, entertaining, authoritative, beautifully written, and endlessly interesting.Page after page grounds the reader deeply in the fundamentals—vineyards
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The Absinthe Forger

A True Story of Deception, Betrayal, and the World’s Most Dangerous Spirit

de Evan Rail ...

An astonishing true crime story about an eccentric grifter who blew up the lucrative black market for vintage bottles of the legendary drink of artistic renegades, absinthe . . .Thought to be hallucinogenic and banned globally for a century, absinthe is once again legal and popular. Yet it is still associated with bohemian lifestyles, just as when it was the favorite drink of avant-gardists like ... Leer más

$16.99 USD

An astonishing true crime story about an eccentric grifter who blew up the lucrative black market for vintage bottles of the legendary drink of artistic renegades, absinthe . . .Thought to be hallucinogenic and banned globally for a century, absinthe is once again legal and popular. Yet it is still associated with bohemian lifestyles, just as when it was the favorite drink of avant-gardists like
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Cocked and Boozy

An Intoxicating History of the American Revolution

de Brooke Barbier ...

America's founding generation drank a staggering amount of alcohol by today's standards.It influenced their politics, built and sustained their relationships, and drove the economy. Booze was not a small part of colonial society, nor covertly consumed in private spaces—it was integral to American life.Historians have been reluctant to discuss the influence of alcohol on the founding of the United ... Leer más

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America's founding generation drank a staggering amount of alcohol by today's standards.It influenced their politics, built and sustained their relationships, and drove the economy. Booze was not a small part of colonial society, nor covertly consumed in private spaces—it was integral to American life.Historians have been reluctant to discuss the influence of alcohol on the founding of the United
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Home Winemaking For Dummies

de Tim Patterson ...

An informative, fun guide to making your own wineIt's estimated that one million North Americans make their own wine. Relatively inexpensive to make (a homemade bottle costs from $2 to $4), a bottle with your own label (and grapes) is a fantasy even someone with modest aspirations can fulfill. Author Tim Patterson, an award-winning home winemaker, shows how it's possible for anyone to create a ... Leer más

$17.00 USD

An informative, fun guide to making your own wineIt's estimated that one million North Americans make their own wine. Relatively inexpensive to make (a homemade bottle costs from $2 to $4), a bottle with your own label (and grapes) is a fantasy even someone with modest aspirations can fulfill. Author Tim Patterson, an award-winning home winemaker, shows how it's possible for anyone to create a
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Sunny's Nights

Lost and Found at a Bar on the Edge of the World

de Tim Sultan ...

Imagine that Alice had walked into a bar instead of falling down the rabbit hole. In the tradition of J. R. Moehringer’s The Tender Bar and the classic reportage of Joseph Mitchell, here is an indelible portrait of what is quite possibly the greatest bar in the world—and the mercurial, magnificent man behind it.The first time he saw Sunny’s Bar, in 1995, Tim Sultan was lost, thirsty for a drink, ... Leer más

Antes $8.99 USD Ahora $4.99 USD

Imagine that Alice had walked into a bar instead of falling down the rabbit hole. In the tradition of J. R. Moehringer’s The Tender Bar and the classic reportage of Joseph Mitchell, here is an indelible portrait of what is quite possibly the greatest bar in the world—and the mercurial, magnificent man behind it.The first time he saw Sunny’s Bar, in 1995, Tim Sultan was lost, thirsty for a drink,
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Champagne

How the World's Most Glamorous Wine Triumphed Over War and Hard Times

de Don Kladstrup, Petie Kladstrup ...

The sparkling wine's untold dramatic history, from the thirteenth century to two world wars and the twenty-first century, by the bestselling authors of Wine and War."The blood history of Champagne has been told before, but not in such a breezy, easygoing volume. Good froth." — New York TimesIt's been said that Champagne in northern France has been the site of more bloody battles, fiery incursions, ... Leer más

$15.19 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The sparkling wine's untold dramatic history, from the thirteenth century to two world wars and the twenty-first century, by the bestselling authors of Wine and War."The blood history of Champagne has been told before, but not in such a breezy, easygoing volume. Good froth." — New York TimesIt's been said that Champagne in northern France has been the site of more bloody battles, fiery incursions,
... Leer más
Land and Wine

The French Terroir

de Charles Frankel ...

This in-depth tour of the French winemaking regions illustrates how the soil, underlying bedrock, and microclimate shape the personality of a wine.France has long been the world's greatest wine-producing country. Its various regions each offer unique tasting experiences, from the spice of Bordeaux to the berry notes of the Loire Valley. In Land and Wine, geologist Charles Frankel guides readers ... Leer más

$20.19 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This in-depth tour of the French winemaking regions illustrates how the soil, underlying bedrock, and microclimate shape the personality of a wine.France has long been the world's greatest wine-producing country. Its various regions each offer unique tasting experiences, from the spice of Bordeaux to the berry notes of the Loire Valley. In Land and Wine, geologist Charles Frankel guides readers
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The Green Tea Book

de Lester A. Mitscher, Victoria Toews ...

Discover the ancient Chinese secret to a long, healthy life—with just three cups of green tea per day.The Green Tea Book has been a trusted resource for almost a decade. Now, chemist Lester A. Mitscher and health writer Victoria Dolby Toews update their ground-breaking work with the latest scientific information. The "natural medicine" in green tea is polyphenols. These phytonutrients are powerful ... Leer más

$4.99 USD

Discover the ancient Chinese secret to a long, healthy life—with just three cups of green tea per day.The Green Tea Book has been a trusted resource for almost a decade. Now, chemist Lester A. Mitscher and health writer Victoria Dolby Toews update their ground-breaking work with the latest scientific information. The "natural medicine" in green tea is polyphenols. These phytonutrients are powerful
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Beer For Dummies

de Marty Nachel, Steve Ettlinger ...

Become fluent in the universal language of beerBeer For Dummies is your companion as you explore the wide world of the third most-consumed beverage globally. Learn to recognize the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles. Perfect beer-and-food pairings. And embark on the ultimate beer tour, Dummies-style! Whether you're a beer novice or a brewery regular, there’s always something ... Leer más

$15.00 USD

Become fluent in the universal language of beerBeer For Dummies is your companion as you explore the wide world of the third most-consumed beverage globally. Learn to recognize the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles. Perfect beer-and-food pairings. And embark on the ultimate beer tour, Dummies-style! Whether you're a beer novice or a brewery regular, there’s always something
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Tasting Cider

The CIDERCRAFT® Guide to the Distinctive Flavors of North American Hard Cider

de Erin James, CIDERCRAFT Magazine ...

This complete guide to North America’s oldest beverage celebrates hard cider’s rich history and its modern makers, as well as its deliciously diverse possibilities. Flavor profiles and tasting guidelines highlight 100 selections of cider — including single varietal, dessert, hopped, and barrel-aged — plus perry, cider’s pear-based cousin. A perfect addition to any meal, cider pairings are featured ... Leer más

$11.99 USD

This complete guide to North America’s oldest beverage celebrates hard cider’s rich history and its modern makers, as well as its deliciously diverse possibilities. Flavor profiles and tasting guidelines highlight 100 selections of cider — including single varietal, dessert, hopped, and barrel-aged — plus perry, cider’s pear-based cousin. A perfect addition to any meal, cider pairings are featured
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The Blender Girl Smoothies

100 Gluten-Free, Vegan, and Paleo-Friendly Recipes

de Tess Masters ...

A beautiful collection of vegan smoothies from powerhouse blogger The Blender Girl, featuring photographs, flavor boosters, and nutritional add-ons for every recipe.The Blender Girl takes smoothies to the next level in this comprehensive guide, helping you blast your way to good health and blended bliss. These 100 creative and delicious recipes are designed to fit your every need, whether you want ... Leer más

$6.99 USD

A beautiful collection of vegan smoothies from powerhouse blogger The Blender Girl, featuring photographs, flavor boosters, and nutritional add-ons for every recipe.The Blender Girl takes smoothies to the next level in this comprehensive guide, helping you blast your way to good health and blended bliss. These 100 creative and delicious recipes are designed to fit your every need, whether you want
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The History of Wine in 100 Bottles

de Oz Clarke ...

For thousands of years, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to its current status as a global industry, the history of wine has been directly related to major social, cultural, religious and economic changes.From goatskin to the German Ratskeller casks and invention of the glass wine bottle, from the short onion-shaped bottles of the 1720s to the tall cylindrical bottles of the 1780s, why ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

For thousands of years, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to its current status as a global industry, the history of wine has been directly related to major social, cultural, religious and economic changes.From goatskin to the German Ratskeller casks and invention of the glass wine bottle, from the short onion-shaped bottles of the 1720s to the tall cylindrical bottles of the 1780s, why
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Everyday Elixirs

Mocktails, Matchas, and Seasonal Drinks to Inspire Wellness

de Blair Horton ...

From the holistic nutritionist behind Holistic Rendezvous, Blair Horton, a beautiful wellness-focused collection of 80 seasonal, delicious, and healthful beverage and mocktail recipes.Whether you’re looking for an alternative to an alcoholic beverage or to proactively support your wellness, holistic nutritionist Blair Horton has a tasty drink for you. In each of her 80 mocktail and beverage ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

From the holistic nutritionist behind Holistic Rendezvous, Blair Horton, a beautiful wellness-focused collection of 80 seasonal, delicious, and healthful beverage and mocktail recipes.Whether you’re looking for an alternative to an alcoholic beverage or to proactively support your wellness, holistic nutritionist Blair Horton has a tasty drink for you. In each of her 80 mocktail and beverage
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Tetsu's Coffee

A Beginner's Guide to Coffee for Manga Lovers

de Tetsu Kasuya ...

World Brewers Cup Champion, Tetsu Kasuya, uses the power of manga in this easy-to-understand, all-you-need-to-get-started beginners' guide to coffee! If you' ve been drinking coffee for years, but only ever drink the " usual blend," then this book is for you! Learn how to select, brew, and enjoy the best coffee experience from Japanese master brewer Tetsu Kasuya! ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

World Brewers Cup Champion, Tetsu Kasuya, uses the power of manga in this easy-to-understand, all-you-need-to-get-started beginners' guide to coffee! If you' ve been drinking coffee for years, but only ever drink the " usual blend," then this book is for you! Learn how to select, brew, and enjoy the best coffee experience from Japanese master brewer Tetsu Kasuya!
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Still Life

The Resurgence of Craft Bourbon

de Carla Harris Carlton ...

The art of creating and consuming bourbon is exploding. Today you will find craft bourbon distilleries in all 50 states. As mixologists and distillers find the space, market and financial success to fully explore their trade, the world is taking notice.It’s in the middle of this expanding industry that author Carla Carlton takes the time to connect all the dots for you, the bourbon enthusiast. She ... Leer más

$7.99 USD

The art of creating and consuming bourbon is exploding. Today you will find craft bourbon distilleries in all 50 states. As mixologists and distillers find the space, market and financial success to fully explore their trade, the world is taking notice.It’s in the middle of this expanding industry that author Carla Carlton takes the time to connect all the dots for you, the bourbon enthusiast. She
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100 Cookies

The Baking Book for Every Kitchen, with Classic Cookies, Novel Treats, Brownies, Bars, and More

de Sarah Kieffer ...

Nominated for a 2020 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Cookbooks"This is a cookie gold mine! I’ve been waiting years for all of Sarah’s cookie wisdom to transfer from her brain to my kitchen, and here it is! Sarah’s recipes are reliable, approachable, and just plain crave-able. This world has reached peak cookie deliciousness thanks to Sarah."—Molly Yeh, star of Girl Meets Farm**, author of** Molly ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

Nominated for a 2020 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Cookbooks"This is a cookie gold mine! I’ve been waiting years for all of Sarah’s cookie wisdom to transfer from her brain to my kitchen, and here it is! Sarah’s recipes are reliable, approachable, and just plain crave-able. This world has reached peak cookie deliciousness thanks to Sarah."—Molly Yeh, star of Girl Meets Farm**, author of** Molly
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A Simple Guide to Mixology for Beginners

Mastering the Art of Cocktail Creation, Recipes and Building a Home Bar

de Walter L. Duval ...

In this comprehensive guide on mixology, you can study this timeless craft and go from cocktail connoisseur to at-home mixologist.“A Simple Guide to Mixology for Beginners; Mastering the Art of Cocktail Creation, Recipes and Building a Home Bar” is your comprehensive manual for learning how to mix drinks, set up a home bar, and surprise your loved ones with your newfound knowledge. Even if you ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

In this comprehensive guide on mixology, you can study this timeless craft and go from cocktail connoisseur to at-home mixologist.“A Simple Guide to Mixology for Beginners; Mastering the Art of Cocktail Creation, Recipes and Building a Home Bar” is your comprehensive manual for learning how to mix drinks, set up a home bar, and surprise your loved ones with your newfound knowledge. Even if you
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The Cocktail Workshop

An Essential Guide to Classic Drinks and How to Make Them Your Own

de Steven Grasse, Adam Erace ...

**IACP AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST WINE, BEER, OR SPIRITS COOKBOOKFrom the wildly creative team behind Philadelphia's Art in the Age comes The Cocktail Workshop, a deep-dive into 20 classic drinks that make up the foundation of cocktail creation, and the delicious variations that will make them all your own.**Learn to craft a perfect, classic drink, or workshop that creation into a unique, flavor ... Leer más

$14.99 USD

**IACP AWARD FINALIST FOR BEST WINE, BEER, OR SPIRITS COOKBOOKFrom the wildly creative team behind Philadelphia's Art in the Age comes The Cocktail Workshop, a deep-dive into 20 classic drinks that make up the foundation of cocktail creation, and the delicious variations that will make them all your own.**Learn to craft a perfect, classic drink, or workshop that creation into a unique, flavor
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A Man and his Mountain

The Everyman who Created Kendall-Jackson and Became America's Greatest Wine Entrepreneur

de Edward Humes ...

The story of self-made billionaire Jess Jackson, who put Chardonnay on America's tables as he built the Kendall-Jackson wine empire from a few mountainous acres of grapes, and raced the Horse of the Year three years in a row, is a remarkable tale of romance, risk, and reinvention -- perhaps the greatest second act in the history of American business.Jess Stonestreet Jackson was one of a small band ... Leer más

$15.99 USD

The story of self-made billionaire Jess Jackson, who put Chardonnay on America's tables as he built the Kendall-Jackson wine empire from a few mountainous acres of grapes, and raced the Horse of the Year three years in a row, is a remarkable tale of romance, risk, and reinvention -- perhaps the greatest second act in the history of American business.Jess Stonestreet Jackson was one of a small band
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A History of the World in 6 Glasses

de Tom Standage ...

New York Times Bestseller * The inspiration for the TV series starring Dan Aykroyd“There aren't many books this entertaining that also provide a cogent crash course in ancient, classical and modern history.” -Los Angeles TimesBeer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola: In Tom Standage's deft, innovative account of world history, these six beverages turn out to be much more than just ways to ... Leer más

$12.99 USD

New York Times Bestseller * The inspiration for the TV series starring Dan Aykroyd“There aren't many books this entertaining that also provide a cogent crash course in ancient, classical and modern history.” -Los Angeles TimesBeer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola: In Tom Standage's deft, innovative account of world history, these six beverages turn out to be much more than just ways to
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