Brandy: A Global History

Hardback

Main Details

Title Brandy: A Global History
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Becky Sue Epstein
SeriesEdible
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 197,Width 120
Category/GenreCocktails
ISBN/Barcode 9781780233482
ClassificationsDewey:641.253
Audience
General
Illustrations 40 colour, 20 black & white

Publishing Details

Publisher Reaktion Books
Imprint Reaktion Books
Publication Date 1 September 2014
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Brandy explores the fascinating history of this globally consumed beverage, which is enjoying a surge in popularity thanks to new cocktail trends. The book takes readers on a journey from the alchemists of the Middle Ages to present-day mixology spots It also offers advice on buying, storing, and serving brandy, and features classic and new cocktail recipes for both connoisseurs and first-time drinkers to enjoy.

Author Biography

Becky Sue Epstein is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster and consultant in the fields of wine, spirits, food and travel. Based in New England, she is Senior Editor of Wine and Spirits at Intermezzo magazine and the author of Champagne: A Global History (Reaktion, 2011).