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The Drunken Botanist

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Author: Stewart, Amy

Edition: 1st

Binding: Kindle Edition

Format: Kindle eBook

Number Of Pages: 611

Release Date: 19-03-2013

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The Essential, New York Times–Bestselling Guide to Botany and Booze

“A book that makes familiar drinks seem new again . . . Through this horticultural lens, a mixed drink becomes a cornucopia of plants.”—NPR's Morning Edition

“Amy Stewart has a way of making gardening seem exciting, even a little dangerous.” —The New York Times


Sake began with a grain of rice. Scotch emerged from barley, tequila from agave, rum from sugarcane, bourbon from corn. Thirsty yet?  In The Drunken Botanist, Amy Stewart explores the dizzying array of herbs, flowers, trees, fruits, and fungi that humans have, through ingenuity, inspiration, and sheer desperation, contrived to transform into alcohol over the centuries.

Of all the extraordinary and obscure plants that have been fermented and distilled, a few are dangerous, some are downright bizarre, and one is as ancient as dinosaurs—but each represents a unique cultural contribution to our global drinking traditions and our history.

This fascinating concoction of biology, chemistry, history, etymology, and mixology—with more than fifty drink recipes and growing tips for gardeners—will make you the most popular guest at any cocktail party.

Languages: English

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    Description

    Description

    Author: Stewart, Amy

    Edition: 1st

    Binding: Kindle Edition

    Format: Kindle eBook

    Number Of Pages: 611

    Release Date: 19-03-2013

    Details:

    The Essential, New York Times–Bestselling Guide to Botany and Booze

    “A book that makes familiar drinks seem new again . . . Through this horticultural lens, a mixed drink becomes a cornucopia of plants.”—NPR's Morning Edition

    “Amy Stewart has a way of making gardening seem exciting, even a little dangerous.” —The New York Times


    Sake began with a grain of rice. Scotch emerged from barley, tequila from agave, rum from sugarcane, bourbon from corn. Thirsty yet?  In The Drunken Botanist, Amy Stewart explores the dizzying array of herbs, flowers, trees, fruits, and fungi that humans have, through ingenuity, inspiration, and sheer desperation, contrived to transform into alcohol over the centuries.

    Of all the extraordinary and obscure plants that have been fermented and distilled, a few are dangerous, some are downright bizarre, and one is as ancient as dinosaurs—but each represents a unique cultural contribution to our global drinking traditions and our history.

    This fascinating concoction of biology, chemistry, history, etymology, and mixology—with more than fifty drink recipes and growing tips for gardeners—will make you the most popular guest at any cocktail party.

    Languages: English

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    K**** B******

    Very interesting book, easy read.

    B******* S******

    My husband found out about this book and has read it cover to cover..its a treasure

    C****

    Gave as a gift to someone who loves to garden & knows a lot about plants. He is also a creative & fabulous bartender. So he really loves this book

    S****

    Really loved this book on my second reading.So much great information, I wills refer back to this book for years to come. Very comprehensive.

    L***

    I first found this book at my local library; it was interesting and informative enough that it was worth buying a copy for my shelves.

    L*** E****

    Unique take on spirits

    L** O**

    This is not a book that you would appreciate if you are looking for a cocktail recipe book, but if you want to learn some history about liquor/wine/beer then it's a perfect book. If you want to have some history highlights of how cocktail raw materials were discovered and formulated then definitely must buy! I am really enjoying this book.

    B****** G*

    I originally chcekd this book out from my local library but I had to own this one!! Such a great staple to reference & learn!!

    C***** S*******

    You’ll never look at a shelf of liquor bottles the same way again. The author shows the plants behind the booze and the historical development of the world’s best drinks. A book worth having for the drink recipes alone.

    G*** W

    Very helpful and informative.

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