This is a comprehensive guide to the world of alcoholic beverages from the mystery of their origins to today's international brands. It will take you on a worldwide tour from the malt distilleries in the Highlands of Scotland to vodka producers in Siberia; from the monks of Chartreuse via the châteaux of Cognac to the rum shops of Martinique.
It will also provide essential information on what to drink and how to drink it, featuring recipes for all the world's classic cocktails. There will also be box-out features throughout the book on miscellaneous aspects of liquor, including advice on where to be seen drinking what.
