Distilled: From absinthe & brandy to gin & whisky, the world's finest artisan spirits unearthed, explained & enjoyed

Distilled: From absinthe & brandy to gin & whisky, the world's finest artisan spirits unearthed, explained & enjoyed

Discover the fascinating world of artisanal spirits with Distilled by Neil Ridley and Joel Harrison. Winner of the Fortnum & Mason Food & Drink Awards Drink Book of the Year 2015 and nominated for Best New Spirits Book 2015 at the Annual Spirited Awards, this book is an essential reference for spirit enthusiasts.

Today, the world of spirits is experiencing explosive growth in artisanal distilleries and pioneers of new distillates. This book highlights the men and women who are breaking the established rules to create spirits of extraordinary personality and passion.

Distilled showcases the world's best spirits, not necessarily the most well-known but those that are the best-crafted and most interesting. Spirit by spirit, Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley explain what you need to know to appreciate each type of spirit - its ingredients, classic forms, the distiller's choices - and offer their selection to drink before you die: the best examples worldwide of gin, rum, shochu, tequila, and much more.

This book also offers numerous suggestions for enjoying them, with innovative and classic cocktails as well as insider tips to make the most of your spirits. With its 224 pages and 100 color photographs, Distilled is an indispensable guide for any spirit lover.

Features:

• Format: Paperback / softcover
• Language: English
• Pages: 224
• Photographs: 100 in color
• Publisher: Mitchell Beazley
• ISBN: 9781784724467
• Publication Date: May 3, 2018
• Weight: 460g
• Dimensions: 212 x 150 x 18 mm

Dive into the art of distillation and discover the most fascinating artisanal spirits with Distilled.