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The Cocktail Hour

A Drinker’s Companion

by Tim Hayward ...

Narrated by Tim Hayward ...

Unabridged

5 hours 12 min

It’s 6 o’clock: clear your mind of the cares of the day. Relax and fix yourself a drink. It’s The Cocktail Hour.The moment Tim Hayward started mixing himself an 'attitude adjuster' at the end of the day, his life changed. He realised he was falling in love – with the taste, the image, the ritual and legend, of the cocktail.The Cocktail Hour celebrates not just the recipes but the stories, feelings ... Read more

$25.83 CAD

It’s 6 o’clock: clear your mind of the cares of the day. Relax and fix yourself a drink. It’s The Cocktail Hour.The moment Tim Hayward started mixing himself an 'attitude adjuster' at the end of the day, his life changed. He realised he was falling in love – with the taste, the image, the ritual and legend, of the cocktail.The Cocktail Hour celebrates not just the recipes but the stories, feelings
... Read more
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Bitters

A Spirited History of a Classic Cure-All, with Cocktails, Recipes, and Formulas

by Brad Thomas Parsons ...

Narrated by Tom Beyer ...

Unabridged

6 hours 39 min

Gone are the days when a lonely bottle of Angostura bitters held court behind the bar. A cocktail renaissance has swept across the country, inspiring in bartenders and their thirsty patrons a new fascination with the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make the American cocktail so special. And few ingredients have as rich a history or serve as fundamental a role in our beverage heritage ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Gone are the days when a lonely bottle of Angostura bitters held court behind the bar. A cocktail renaissance has swept across the country, inspiring in bartenders and their thirsty patrons a new fascination with the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make the American cocktail so special. And few ingredients have as rich a history or serve as fundamental a role in our beverage heritage
... 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

$5.48 CAD 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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The Home Distiller's Workbook

by Jeff King ...

Narrated by R.C. Bray ...

Unabridged

1 hour 38 min

The Home Distiller's Workbook tackles the often misunderstood and misrepresented world of moonshine and distillation and reduces them to such simple concepts that even a first time "Shiner" can understand.The HDW will introduce you to the three basic steps in making your own artisan-crafted spirits: brewing, distilling, and ageing. We will be tackling these steps one by one in a way that will have ... Read more

$16.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

The Home Distiller's Workbook tackles the often misunderstood and misrepresented world of moonshine and distillation and reduces them to such simple concepts that even a first time "Shiner" can understand.The HDW will introduce you to the three basic steps in making your own artisan-crafted spirits: brewing, distilling, and ageing. We will be tackling these steps one by one in a way that will have
... Read more
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A Winter Baby for Gin Barrel Lane

The heartwarming, page-turning historical saga from Lindsey Hutchinson

by Lindsey Hutchinson ...

Narrated by Charlie Sanderson ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Gin Barrel Lane
Unabridged

8 hours 11 min

A gritty, heart-wrenching historical novel from TOP TEN bestselling author Lindsey HutchinsonDolly Perkins and Jack Larkin have grown up in the notorious gin palaces of Birmingham.It’s a world of happiness and friendship, but also violence and poverty. Now that Dolly runs the Daydream Gin Palace on Gin Barrel Lane she can finally control her own destiny, but sometimes fate still plays its hand ... Read more

$22.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A gritty, heart-wrenching historical novel from TOP TEN bestselling author Lindsey HutchinsonDolly Perkins and Jack Larkin have grown up in the notorious gin palaces of Birmingham.It’s a world of happiness and friendship, but also violence and poverty. Now that Dolly runs the Daydream Gin Palace on Gin Barrel Lane she can finally control her own destiny, but sometimes fate still plays its hand
... 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

$23.99 CAD

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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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

$36.99 CAD

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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Booze

River Cottage Handbook No.12

by John Wright ...

Narrated by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Mark Meadows ...

Series Audiobook 12 - River Cottage Handbook
Unabridged

7 hours 47 min

Bloomsbury presents Booze by John Wright, read by Mark Meadows and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.It’s hard not to love John Wright ... This book is full of wit and wisdom – a delight for the fireside armchair' BBC CountryfileWhat could possibly beat a cool pint of beer down the pub or a lazy glass of wine at your favourite bar? The answer is: home-brewed beer or your very own brand of wine. With ... Read more

$20.00 CAD

Bloomsbury presents Booze by John Wright, read by Mark Meadows and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.It’s hard not to love John Wright ... This book is full of wit and wisdom – a delight for the fireside armchair' BBC CountryfileWhat could possibly beat a cool pint of beer down the pub or a lazy glass of wine at your favourite bar? The answer is: home-brewed beer or your very own brand of wine. With
... Read more
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Imbibe! Updated and Revised Edition

From Absinthe Cocktail to Whiskey Smash, a Salute in Stories and Drinks to "Professor" Jerry Thomas, Pioneer of the American Bar

by David Wondrich ...

Narrated by David Colacci ...

Unabridged

9 hours 31 min

Cocktail writer and historian David Wondrich presents the colorful, little-known history of classic American drinks—and the ultimate mixologist's guide—in this engaging homage to Jerry Thomas, father of the American bar.The first edition, published in 2007, won a James Beard Award. Now updated with newly discovered recipes and historical information, this updated edition includes the origins of ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Cocktail writer and historian David Wondrich presents the colorful, little-known history of classic American drinks—and the ultimate mixologist's guide—in this engaging homage to Jerry Thomas, father of the American bar.The first edition, published in 2007, won a James Beard Award. Now updated with newly discovered recipes and historical information, this updated edition includes the origins of
... Read more
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Liquor Cheats Hacks, Hints, Tips, And Tricks Guide

by Trevor Clinger ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

8 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Master the art of mixology with the Liquor Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, And Tricks Guide! Uncover insider secrets, clever hacks, and expert tips to elevate your liquor knowledge and cocktail-making skills. Whether you're a home bartender or a spirits enthusiast, this guide is packed with tricks to create perfect pours, craft impressive cocktails, and ... Read more

$1.37 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Master the art of mixology with the Liquor Cheats, Hacks, Hints, Tips, And Tricks Guide! Uncover insider secrets, clever hacks, and expert tips to elevate your liquor knowledge and cocktail-making skills. Whether you're a home bartender or a spirits enthusiast, this guide is packed with tricks to create perfect pours, craft impressive cocktails, and
... 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

$44.99 CAD

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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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

$4.11 CAD 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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Dusty Booze

In Search of Vintage Spirits

by Aaron Goldfarb ...

Narrated by Dean Gallagher ...

Unabridged

10 hours

In Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits, journalist Aaron Goldfarb goes on an adventure in vintage spirits. This is an intoxicating story of obsessives on the hunt for old bottles of whiskey, tequila, rum, chartreuse—you name it—from estate sales, grandpa's liquor cabinet, and out-of-the-way and inner-city liquor stores that may just have a case or a few bottles lying around in the basement ... Read more

$28.84 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits, journalist Aaron Goldfarb goes on an adventure in vintage spirits. This is an intoxicating story of obsessives on the hunt for old bottles of whiskey, tequila, rum, chartreuse—you name it—from estate sales, grandpa's liquor cabinet, and out-of-the-way and inner-city liquor stores that may just have a case or a few bottles lying around in the basement
... Read more
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Unvarnished

A Gimlet-eyed Look at Life Behind the Bar

by Eric Alperin, Deborah Stoll ...

Narrated by Eric Alperin ...

Unabridged

6 hours 29 min

A Kitchen Confidential for the cocktail profession, Unvarnished is a fly-on-the-wall narrative peek at the joys, pains, and peculiarities of life “behind the stick.”When it opened a decade ago, the acclaimed Los Angeles speakeasy The Varnish—owned, designed, and managed by award-winning cocktail aficionado Eric Alperin—quickly became the stylish standard bearer for modern bars. Unvarnished is a ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

A Kitchen Confidential for the cocktail profession, Unvarnished is a fly-on-the-wall narrative peek at the joys, pains, and peculiarities of life “behind the stick.”When it opened a decade ago, the acclaimed Los Angeles speakeasy The Varnish—owned, designed, and managed by award-winning cocktail aficionado Eric Alperin—quickly became the stylish standard bearer for modern bars. Unvarnished is a
... Read more
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Brief History of Gin, A: From the Gin Craze to the Cocktail Bar

by Anthony Gardiner ...

Narrated by Anthony Gardiner ...

Unabridged

1 hour 44 min

Follow the fascinating culinary history of how a rough medicinal spirit became the elegant backbone of modern mixology. Perfect for your daily commute or while relaxing with a weekend drink, this energetic narrative explores four centuries of evolving beverage culture.Whether you are a curious home bartender hosting a dinner party or a history lover seeking sophisticated trivia, this journey ... Read more

$13.73 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Follow the fascinating culinary history of how a rough medicinal spirit became the elegant backbone of modern mixology. Perfect for your daily commute or while relaxing with a weekend drink, this energetic narrative explores four centuries of evolving beverage culture.Whether you are a curious home bartender hosting a dinner party or a history lover seeking sophisticated trivia, this journey
... Read more
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A Beautiful Pint

One Man's Search for the Perfect Pint of Guinness

by Ian Ryan ...

Narrated by Seán Burke ...

Unabridged

2 hours 22 min

Bloomsbury presents A Beautiful Pint by Ian Ryan, read by Seán Burke.The ultimate guide to Guinness and the history, culture, and facts to help you find the perfect pint—from the pub to the pour—wherever you are.We’ve all got a friend who claims to know where you can get the best pint of Guinness. From the pub to the pour, it’s just as much an experience as it is a drink. But the man who truly ... Read more

$15.00 CAD

Bloomsbury presents A Beautiful Pint by Ian Ryan, read by Seán Burke.The ultimate guide to Guinness and the history, culture, and facts to help you find the perfect pint—from the pub to the pour—wherever you are.We’ve all got a friend who claims to know where you can get the best pint of Guinness. From the pub to the pour, it’s just as much an experience as it is a drink. But the man who truly
... Read more
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Pub

Object Lessons

by Professor Philip Howell ...

Narrated by Tim Frances ...

Series series Object Lessons
Unabridged

2 hours 44 min

Bloomsbury presents Pub by Philip Howell, read by Tim Frances"Erudite, quirky, and amusing." Sebastian FaulksObject Lessons is a series of short books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.The pub is an English institution. Yet its history has been obscured by myth and nostalgia. In this unique book, Philip Howell takes the public house as an object, or rather as a series of objects: he takes ... Read more

$20.00 CAD

Bloomsbury presents Pub by Philip Howell, read by Tim Frances"Erudite, quirky, and amusing." Sebastian FaulksObject Lessons is a series of short books about the hidden lives of ordinary things.The pub is an English institution. Yet its history has been obscured by myth and nostalgia. In this unique book, Philip Howell takes the public house as an object, or rather as a series of objects: he takes
... Read more
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Bartender's Book

by Cillian Mathys ...

Narrated by Marcus Mulenga ...

Unabridged

15 min

Bartender's Book: The Ultimate Guide to Being the Best Bar Master, Learn Useful Tips and Techniques on How to Be The Best at BartendingAre you considering opening your own bar? There are quite a few people whose life's dream is to open their own bar. Aside from the idea that you can be your own boss while having a lot of fun in this type of business, the appeal also comes from being able to earn ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Bartender's Book: The Ultimate Guide to Being the Best Bar Master, Learn Useful Tips and Techniques on How to Be The Best at BartendingAre you considering opening your own bar? There are quite a few people whose life's dream is to open their own bar. Aside from the idea that you can be your own boss while having a lot of fun in this type of business, the appeal also comes from being able to earn
... 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

$26.99 CAD

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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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

$13.73 CAD 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
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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

$15.00 CAD

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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A Brief History of Lager

500 Years of the World's Favourite Beer

by Mark Dredge ...

Narrated by Gavin Osborn ...

Unabridged

9 hours 3 min

In this fascinating book, beer expert Mark Dredge dives into the history of lager, from how it was first brewed to what role was played by German monks and kings in the creation of the drink we know so well today. From the importance of 500-year-old purity laws to a scrupulously researched exploration of modern beer gardens (it's a hard life), Mark has delved deep into the story of the world's ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

In this fascinating book, beer expert Mark Dredge dives into the history of lager, from how it was first brewed to what role was played by German monks and kings in the creation of the drink we know so well today. From the importance of 500-year-old purity laws to a scrupulously researched exploration of modern beer gardens (it's a hard life), Mark has delved deep into the story of the world's
... Read more
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A Vine is a Wild Thing

The iconic guide to grapes, growers and gloriously good bottles

by Oz Clarke ...

Narrated by Oz Clarke ...

Unabridged

16 hours 1 min

“Oz is one of the wine greats and this book embodies all his best qualities. Buy it for everyone you know!” – Victoria Moore, BBC Good Food“Sheer, giddy joy”- JancisRobinson.com“Oz is brilliant. His knowledge of wines and sense of humour always cut to the chase” – Jamie Oliver**A fully revised and updated edition of beloved wine expert Oz Clarke’s award-winning classic, [Red & ... ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

“Oz is one of the wine greats and this book embodies all his best qualities. Buy it for everyone you know!” – Victoria Moore, BBC Good Food“Sheer, giddy joy”- JancisRobinson.com“Oz is brilliant. His knowledge of wines and sense of humour always cut to the chase” – Jamie Oliver**A fully revised and updated edition of beloved wine expert Oz Clarke’s award-winning classic, [Red & ...
... Read more
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Clubland

How the working men’s club shaped Britain

by Pete Brown ...

Narrated by Pete Brown ...

Unabridged

9 hours 31 min

The untold story of a British institution‘Brilliant.’ Alan Johnson‘Compelling.’ David Kynaston‘The beer drinkers’ Bill Bryson.’ Times Literary SupplementFerment Magazine’s Best Beer Book of the YearPete Brown is a convivial guide on this journey through the intoxicating history of the working men’s clubs. From the movement’s founding by teetotaller social reformer the Revere... ... Read more

$36.99 CAD

The untold story of a British institution‘Brilliant.’ Alan Johnson‘Compelling.’ David Kynaston‘The beer drinkers’ Bill Bryson.’ Times Literary SupplementFerment Magazine’s Best Beer Book of the YearPete Brown is a convivial guide on this journey through the intoxicating history of the working men’s clubs. From the movement’s founding by teetotaller social reformer the Revere...
... Read more

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