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The Perfect Tonic

The Remarkable Medicinal History of Beer, Wine, Spirits and Cocktails

by Camper English ...

Unabridged

9 hours 4 min

Shortlisted for the André Simon Food & Drink Book AwardAn intoxicating interconnected history of booze and medicine, from one of the world’s foremost cocktail writers.Consider the Negroni. The bittersweet cocktail dating to the early 1900s is made of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and Campari. Gin takes its name and flavour from the juniper tree, which medieval doctors burned to ward off bubonic ... Read more

£16.19

Shortlisted for the André Simon Food & Drink Book AwardAn intoxicating interconnected history of booze and medicine, from one of the world’s foremost cocktail writers.Consider the Negroni. The bittersweet cocktail dating to the early 1900s is made of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and Campari. Gin takes its name and flavour from the juniper tree, which medieval doctors burned to ward off bubonic
... Read more
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The Encyclopedia of Cocktails

Over 1,000 Cocktails for Every Occasion

by The Coastal Kitchen ...

Narrated by Jeremy Childs ...

Series series Encyclopedia Cookbooks
Unabridged

16 hours 52 min

This recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and mocktails and will have you creating memorable drinks in no time! The perfect gift for host or hostess parties, housewarmings, or wedding registries, any house becomes a home when drinks are poured. So go ahead and mix it up.From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender’s go-to resource. This in ... Read more

£17.99

This recipe book features over 1,000 cocktails and mocktails and will have you creating memorable drinks in no time! The perfect gift for host or hostess parties, housewarmings, or wedding registries, any house becomes a home when drinks are poured. So go ahead and mix it up.From 3-ingredient drinks to mad-scientist mixology, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails is any bartender’s go-to resource. This in
... Read more
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The Perfect Mix

Everything I Know About Leadership I Learned as a Bartender

by Helen Rothberg, PhD, PhD ...

Narrated by Candace Thaxton ...

Unabridged

4 hours 27 min

In the tradition of the popular business classics Leadership Is an Art and What They Don’t Teach You at Harvard Business School, Dr. Helen Rothberg, a sought-after consultant to CEOs and entrepreneurs, reveals memorable insights about leadership developed while she worked as a bartender and restaurant manager.Good managers and good leaders are not always the same. Dr. Helen Rothberg trains leaders ... Read more

£13.03

In the tradition of the popular business classics Leadership Is an Art and What They Don’t Teach You at Harvard Business School, Dr. Helen Rothberg, a sought-after consultant to CEOs and entrepreneurs, reveals memorable insights about leadership developed while she worked as a bartender and restaurant manager.Good managers and good leaders are not always the same. Dr. Helen Rothberg trains leaders
... Read more
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A Short History of Drunkenness

by Mark Forsyth ...

Narrated by Richard Hughes ...

Unabridged

5 hours 30 min

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Short History of Drunkenness by Mark Forsyth, read by Sh*tfaced Shakespeare's Richard Hughes.Almost every culture on earth has drink, and where there's drink there's drunkenness. But in every age and in every place drunkenness is a little bit different. It can be religious, it can be sexual, it can be the duty of kings or the relief of peasants. It can ... Read more

£8.10

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Short History of Drunkenness by Mark Forsyth, read by Sh*tfaced Shakespeare's Richard Hughes.Almost every culture on earth has drink, and where there's drink there's drunkenness. But in every age and in every place drunkenness is a little bit different. It can be religious, it can be sexual, it can be the duty of kings or the relief of peasants. It can
... Read more
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Oz Clarke’s Story of Wine

8000 Years, 100 Bottles

by Oz Clarke ...

Narrated by Oz Clarke ...

Unabridged

9 hours 19 min

Uncork a whole new take on the fascinating story of wine, captivatingly told by everyone’s favourite wine expert Oz Clarke.This fully updated edition takes us through the riveting twists and turns of the history of winemaking all the way to the very latest trials and innovations of the present day…Join Oz Clarke on a journey through the ages as he explores the places, the people and the bottles ... Read more

£16.19

Uncork a whole new take on the fascinating story of wine, captivatingly told by everyone’s favourite wine expert Oz Clarke.This fully updated edition takes us through the riveting twists and turns of the history of winemaking all the way to the very latest trials and innovations of the present day…Join Oz Clarke on a journey through the ages as he explores the places, the people and the bottles
... Read more
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The History of Whiskey

in 100 Bottles, Barrels, and More

by Robin Robinson ...

Narrated by Robin Robinson ...

Unabridged

6 hours 12 min

Explore the people, discoveries, and innovations that created the "water of life" in this compelling narrative.In this beautiful volume, renowned whiskey educator Robin Robinson skillfully chronicles the dynamic evolution of whiskey. In the Middle Ages, monasteries distilled spirits initially to make medicine. After King Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries, production shifted from clergy to ... Read more

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Explore the people, discoveries, and innovations that created the "water of life" in this compelling narrative.In this beautiful volume, renowned whiskey educator Robin Robinson skillfully chronicles the dynamic evolution of whiskey. In the Middle Ages, monasteries distilled spirits initially to make medicine. After King Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries, production shifted from clergy to
... Read more
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The Cuban Cigar Handbook

The Discerning Aficionado's Guide to the Best Cuban Cigars in the World

by Matteo Speranza ...

Narrated by Christopher Salazar ...

Unabridged

4 hours 54 min

The most definitive guide to Cuban cigars: The Cuban Cigar Handbook profiles the history of cigars in Cuba and features an extensive guide to over 200 varieties.For more than two centuries, Cuban cigars have been heralded as the best cigars in the world. More than just a cigar, they're an art form, with tobacco growers and hand-rollers considered artists. Today, there are more than 200 varieties ... Read more

£11.69

The most definitive guide to Cuban cigars: The Cuban Cigar Handbook profiles the history of cigars in Cuba and features an extensive guide to over 200 varieties.For more than two centuries, Cuban cigars have been heralded as the best cigars in the world. More than just a cigar, they're an art form, with tobacco growers and hand-rollers considered artists. Today, there are more than 200 varieties
... Read more
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Bubbly

A Collection of Champagne and Sparkling Cocktails

by Colleen Jeffers ...

Narrated by Alexa Elmy ...

Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

Bubbly is a collection of more than 60 effortlessly stunning cocktail recipes in a beautiful gold book featuring the most festive bottle behind the bar—champagne!With bright, seasonal flavors, simple techniques, and no pretense, author and photographer Colleen Jeffers shares her most irresistible sparkling cocktails, alongside quick-trick tips on topics like buying the right bottle of bubbly, ... Read more

£11.69

Bubbly is a collection of more than 60 effortlessly stunning cocktail recipes in a beautiful gold book featuring the most festive bottle behind the bar—champagne!With bright, seasonal flavors, simple techniques, and no pretense, author and photographer Colleen Jeffers shares her most irresistible sparkling cocktails, alongside quick-trick tips on topics like buying the right bottle of bubbly,
... Read more
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A Family Secret

The heartwrenching WW2 saga set in Battersea

by Kitty Neale ...

Narrated by Annie Aldington ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Battersea Tavern
Unabridged

9 hours 46 min

From the Sunday Times Bestselling author.In a time of war, what's holding them together could tear them all apart...London, 1940. Winnie Berry is at the heart of the community in her pub, The Battersea Tavern. Her door is always open to those in need of a cup of tea and sympathy.Winnie's abusive husband has left and she finds herself foolishly falling in love with black-market trader, Have-it ... Read more

£19.79

From the Sunday Times Bestselling author.In a time of war, what's holding them together could tear them all apart...London, 1940. Winnie Berry is at the heart of the community in her pub, The Battersea Tavern. Her door is always open to those in need of a cup of tea and sympathy.Winnie's abusive husband has left and she finds herself foolishly falling in love with black-market trader, Have-it
... Read more
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Brewing

by Alfred Chaston Chapman ...

Narrated by MaryAnnS ...

Unabridged

2 hours 52 min

Everything needed to brew beer right the first time. Presented in a light-hearted style without frivolous interruptions, this authoritative text introduces brewing in a easy step-by-step review. Beer is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. It is available nearly everywhere, from gas stations to specialty liquor stores. A new brewery or brand pops up daily. For some, the choices ... Read more

£1.79 or Free with Kobo Plus

Everything needed to brew beer right the first time. Presented in a light-hearted style without frivolous interruptions, this authoritative text introduces brewing in a easy step-by-step review. Beer is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. It is available nearly everywhere, from gas stations to specialty liquor stores. A new brewery or brand pops up daily. For some, the choices
... Read more
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Understanding Wine: A Practical Guide to Wine Basics

by My Ebook Publishing House ...

Narrated by Matt Montanez ...

Unabridged

53 min

An indispensable book for every wine lover.You’re about to discover the magical world of wine.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...- An introduction to the world of wine - Wine general types and hеаlth bеnеfitѕ- Understanding wine – grape varieties, classification of wine, vintage and its importance.- How to taste wine – the steps in the process and their relevance, tips to become a wine ... Read more

£2.33 or Free with Kobo Plus

An indispensable book for every wine lover.You’re about to discover the magical world of wine.Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Learn...- An introduction to the world of wine - Wine general types and hеаlth bеnеfitѕ- Understanding wine – grape varieties, classification of wine, vintage and its importance.- How to taste wine – the steps in the process and their relevance, tips to become a wine
... Read more
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The Book of Cocktail Ratios

The Surprising Simplicity of Classic Cocktails

by Michael Ruhlman ...

Narrated by Michael Ruhlman ...

Series series Ruhlman's Ratios
Unabridged

4 hours 16 min

*WINNER of an IACP COOKBOOK AWARD***New York Times bestselling author Michael Ruhlman applies the principles of his innovative book Ratio—about the relationships of ingredients to each other—in this delightful back-to-basics cocktail book, sharing the simple recipes and fundamental techniques that make for delicious and satisfying libations.Did you know that a Gimlet, a Daiquiri, and a Bee’s Knees ... Read more

£11.99

*WINNER of an IACP COOKBOOK AWARD***New York Times bestselling author Michael Ruhlman applies the principles of his innovative book Ratio—about the relationships of ingredients to each other—in this delightful back-to-basics cocktail book, sharing the simple recipes and fundamental techniques that make for delicious and satisfying libations.Did you know that a Gimlet, a Daiquiri, and a Bee’s Knees
... Read more
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The Crisp Sommelier

The Ultimate Guide to Crisp and Drink Pairings

by Neil Ridley ...

Narrated by Neil Ridley ...

Unabridged

2 hours 52 min

Bloomsbury presents The Crisp Sommelier written and read by Neil Ridley.Looking for snacking euphoria? Look no further than crisps and drinks! Whether you want to upgrade your hosting abilities, impress friends with your flavour pairing knowledge or wow your in-laws at a family picnic, drinks expert and C4 Sunday Brunch presenter Neil Ridley has got you covered.Crisps and drinks go together like ... Read more

£8.10

Bloomsbury presents The Crisp Sommelier written and read by Neil Ridley.Looking for snacking euphoria? Look no further than crisps and drinks! Whether you want to upgrade your hosting abilities, impress friends with your flavour pairing knowledge or wow your in-laws at a family picnic, drinks expert and C4 Sunday Brunch presenter Neil Ridley has got you covered.Crisps and drinks go together like
... Read more
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How to Be a Mindful Drinker

Cut Down, Stop for a Bit, or Quit

by Laura Willoughby MBE, Dr Jussi Tolvi, Dru Jaeger, The Club Soda Community ...

Narrated by Laura Willoughby MBE, Dr Jussi Tolvi, Dru Jaeger, The Club Soda Community, Anja Madhvani ...

Unabridged

5 hours 11 min

Listen to How to Be a Mindful Drinker: a practical support plan to help you take control of your alcohol intake, with tools to track progress, deal with triggers, social stresses, and stay on track for the long term.Fed up with weekend hangovers? Motivated by budgetary or health concerns? Or just want to feel your best every day of the week? Without preaching or waffling, How to Be a Mindful ... Read more

£8.10

Listen to How to Be a Mindful Drinker: a practical support plan to help you take control of your alcohol intake, with tools to track progress, deal with triggers, social stresses, and stay on track for the long term.Fed up with weekend hangovers? Motivated by budgetary or health concerns? Or just want to feel your best every day of the week? Without preaching or waffling, How to Be a Mindful
... Read more
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Gin: The Juniper Spirit That Went From Ruin to Refinement

by Robert Langston ...

Narrated by Robert Langston ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Trace the turbulent history of a gritty medicinal remedy that sparked a cultural renaissance in modern craft mixology. Whether you are unwinding after a long commute or seeking inspiration for your next dinner party, this immersive journey takes you from dimly lit apothecaries to the sophisticated backbars of today.Explore how necessity, urban chaos, and sheer desperation shaped a spirit that ... Read more

£6.66 or Free with Kobo Plus

Trace the turbulent history of a gritty medicinal remedy that sparked a cultural renaissance in modern craft mixology. Whether you are unwinding after a long commute or seeking inspiration for your next dinner party, this immersive journey takes you from dimly lit apothecaries to the sophisticated backbars of today.Explore how necessity, urban chaos, and sheer desperation shaped a spirit that
... Read more
Audiobook

Distilling Excellence: Expert Methods For Crafting Superior Home Spirits

by Toni Mata ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 33 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine transforming your kitchen into a micro-distillery, crafting spirits that rival the finest commercial offerings. This book, "Distilling Excellence," isn't just a guide, it's a blueprint for elevating your home distilling game. We delve into the science and art of crafting exceptional spirits, demystifying complex processes and equipping you with ... Read more

£3.25 or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Imagine transforming your kitchen into a micro-distillery, crafting spirits that rival the finest commercial offerings. This book, "Distilling Excellence," isn't just a guide, it's a blueprint for elevating your home distilling game. We delve into the science and art of crafting exceptional spirits, demystifying complex processes and equipping you with
... Read more
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A Sense of Place

A journey around Scotland’s whisky

by Dave Broom ...

Narrated by Dave Broom ...

Unabridged

5 hours 30 min

In this beautifully crafted narrative, award-winning writer Dave Broom examines Scotch whisky from the point of view of its terroir - the land, weather, history, craft and culture that feed and enhance the whisky itself. Travelling around his native Scotland and visiting distilleries from Islay and Harris to Orkney and Speyside, Dave explores the whiskies made there and the elements in their ... Read more

£19.79

In this beautifully crafted narrative, award-winning writer Dave Broom examines Scotch whisky from the point of view of its terroir - the land, weather, history, craft and culture that feed and enhance the whisky itself. Travelling around his native Scotland and visiting distilleries from Islay and Harris to Orkney and Speyside, Dave explores the whiskies made there and the elements in their
... Read more
Audiobook

Everyday Drinking

by Kingsley Amis ...

Narrated by Anthony Howell ...

Unabridged

6 hours 25 min

Brought to you by Penguin.For the first time in audio, savour this volume bringing together the best of his three out-of-print works on the art of and, most importantly, practice of drinking.Including Kingsley Amis in Drink, Everyday Drinking and How's Your Glass?, this collection celebrates Amis' comic prose and collected thoughts on the art of drinking, alongside well-tested recipes. ... Read more

£11.70

Brought to you by Penguin.For the first time in audio, savour this volume bringing together the best of his three out-of-print works on the art of and, most importantly, practice of drinking.Including Kingsley Amis in Drink, Everyday Drinking and How's Your Glass?, this collection celebrates Amis' comic prose and collected thoughts on the art of drinking, alongside well-tested recipes.
... Read more
Audiobook

Diary of an Alcoholic

by Dor Nosrebor ...

Narrated by Dor Nosrebor ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The D.I.D. Series
Unabridged

4 hours 3 min

The sad truth: It takes me 8 back to back shots of 100 proof alcohol to get drunk, and my buzzing is the average persons alcohol poison. A 750 ml bottle a day (Fifth) and I didn't start drinking until I was 30 years old, I'm 42 now. How? Why?As I write this hiding in a 4X8 shed in the middle of the desert in New Mexico, I wonder myself.There is no lessons to be learned from this book, no preaching ... Read more

£4.37 or Free with Kobo Plus

The sad truth: It takes me 8 back to back shots of 100 proof alcohol to get drunk, and my buzzing is the average persons alcohol poison. A 750 ml bottle a day (Fifth) and I didn't start drinking until I was 30 years old, I'm 42 now. How? Why?As I write this hiding in a 4X8 shed in the middle of the desert in New Mexico, I wonder myself.There is no lessons to be learned from this book, no preaching
... Read more
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Booze & Cheers

Your Survival Guide for Unforgettable Parties

by Stephanie Johnson ...

Narrated by Emma Davis ...

Unabridged

2 hours 1 min

Step into a world of unforgettable parties with "Booze & Cheers: Your Survival Guide for Unforgettable Parties." This treasure trove of wisdom transforms you into the ultimate host. Craft tantalizing invitations, set the perfect atmosphere with décor and music, and master the art of mixology with signature drinks and mocktails. Delight guests with chic finger foods and themed menus, while sparking ... Read more

Was £6.99 Now £5.34 or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into a world of unforgettable parties with "Booze & Cheers: Your Survival Guide for Unforgettable Parties." This treasure trove of wisdom transforms you into the ultimate host. Craft tantalizing invitations, set the perfect atmosphere with décor and music, and master the art of mixology with signature drinks and mocktails. Delight guests with chic finger foods and themed menus, while sparking
... Read more
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Blackthorn's Botanical Brews

Herbal Potions, Magical Teas, and Spirited Libations

by Amy Blackthorn ...

Narrated by Leslie Howard ...

Unabridged

7 hours 18 min

One part The Drunken Botanist, one part Blackthorn's Botanical Magic—shaken, not stirred—Blackthorn's Botanical Brews offers a fresh, fun way of bringing botanical magic into your kitchen, cocktail parties, and home remedies.Blackthorn's Botanical Brews has something for everyone. This book outlines the magical uses for many well-loved, traditional beverage ingredients found throughout time. ... Read more

£13.33

One part The Drunken Botanist, one part Blackthorn's Botanical Magic—shaken, not stirred—Blackthorn's Botanical Brews offers a fresh, fun way of bringing botanical magic into your kitchen, cocktail parties, and home remedies.Blackthorn's Botanical Brews has something for everyone. This book outlines the magical uses for many well-loved, traditional beverage ingredients found throughout time.
... Read more
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How to Drink Wine

The perfect introduction to the world of wine

by Tom Surgey ...

Narrated by Tom Surgey ...

Unabridged

5 hours 39 min

'Tom is one of my favourite people to taste wine with' - Oz Clarke'Tom's love of wine is matched by his dedication to sharing down-to-earth insights with accessibility and fun' - Olly SmithFrom grape to glass, this highly readable and charismatic guide will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy wine.Wine is one of the most popular drinks across the globe, it brings people together and has ... Read more

£22.49

'Tom is one of my favourite people to taste wine with' - Oz Clarke'Tom's love of wine is matched by his dedication to sharing down-to-earth insights with accessibility and fun' - Olly SmithFrom grape to glass, this highly readable and charismatic guide will teach you everything you need to know to enjoy wine.Wine is one of the most popular drinks across the globe, it brings people together and has
... Read more
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50 Recetas De Cócteles Que Puedes Preparar En Minutos

by Nora Elizabeth WEST, Ismail Can Karademir ...

Narrated by Sanal Sayfa ...

Unabridged

2 hours 22 min

Bienvenido al mundo de las bebidas deliciosas en cuestión de minutos.Este libro es tu pasaporte para convertirte en un extraordinario barman casero y preparar cócteles impresionantes que deleitarán tu paladar e impresionarán a tus amigos, todo ello sin complicadas recetas ni ingredientes exóticos.ImagínateloUna cálida tarde de verano en el balcón, con las luces de la ciudad parpadeando. Sostienes ... Read more

£2.66 or Free with Kobo Plus

Bienvenido al mundo de las bebidas deliciosas en cuestión de minutos.Este libro es tu pasaporte para convertirte en un extraordinario barman casero y preparar cócteles impresionantes que deleitarán tu paladar e impresionarán a tus amigos, todo ello sin complicadas recetas ni ingredientes exóticos.ImagínateloUna cálida tarde de verano en el balcón, con las luces de la ciudad parpadeando. Sostienes
... Read more
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Whisky Rising

The Definitive Guide to the Finest Japanese Whiskies and Distillers

by Stefan Van Eycken, Jim Meehan ...

Narrated by Gary Furlong ...

Unabridged

15 hours

Whisky Rising: The Second Edition is the most up-to-date, comprehensive resource on Japanese whisky.This fully updated guide by whisky authority and Japanese whisky expert Stefan Van Eycken takes you on a tour of some of the most coveted whiskies in the world. Japanese whiskies have become some of the most highly valued whiskies, and have bested traditional producers in major international ... Read more

£16.19

Whisky Rising: The Second Edition is the most up-to-date, comprehensive resource on Japanese whisky.This fully updated guide by whisky authority and Japanese whisky expert Stefan Van Eycken takes you on a tour of some of the most coveted whiskies in the world. Japanese whiskies have become some of the most highly valued whiskies, and have bested traditional producers in major international
... Read more

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