Drinks [Paperback]

DK Publishing (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 2008

From crisp and dry white wines to full-bodied reds, from dark and creamy ales to fruity and fresh cocktails, this unsurpassed reference is a celebration of drinks from around the world. This all-in-one reference provides recipes for more than 1,000 drinks organized by style and taste, information on buying, storing, and serving, it includes recommendations on food pairings as well. A must-have for every home bar or kitchen. AUTHOR BIO: Vincent Gasnier became the youngest-ever recipient of the title "Master Sommelier" in 1997. This distinguished international title is the highest drinks qualification in the world, and has been awarded only 120 times. Born in the Loire Valley, Gasnier trained as a Sommelier in Paris, working at a number of great Michelin-starred restaurants, including Laurent and Jules Verne. Awarded the Ruinart Sommelier of the Year, and the Dom Perignon Award, he now runs his own consulting company. He is also a renowned judge at numerous wine competitions and makes frequent TV appearances.

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Vincent Gasnier was the youngest person ever to qualify as a Master Sommelier (only 113 have been awarded.) He was awarded the Dom Perignon Award for the Academy of Food & Science in 1998 and currently runs a restaurant consultancy firm. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT; Reprint edition (October 20, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756641381
• ISBN-13: 978-0756641382
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,388,166 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reading, sipping and enjoying!, June 9, 2007

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Dianne Kinder "kindred spirit" (Lansing MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Drinks (Hardcover)

This book is not only a must for any collector, but for the novice too. Its rich history of drinks is truly complimented by the illustrations. Information on buying, storing, and serving, is more than helpful. Above all else, this book is just beautiful. I gave it as a Father's Day present this year.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything You Need to Know About Drinks, December 25, 2005

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Virginia Allain "(retired librarian)" (Poinciana, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Drinks (Hardcover)

With 512 pages and a large format, this book covers a lot. Dorling Kindersley publishes high quality books with a wealth of information and colorful illustrations. It's easy to use with boxes separating the info.
"Whether you prefer a dry Martini or a refreshing rosé, find out everything you need to know about choosing, preparing and enjoying drinks here. Let author Vincent Gasnier, the youngest ever 'Master Sommelier', expertly guide you through this diverse and delicious world.
*Explore tastes and styles
*Discover drinks from around the world
*Appreciate what makes each drink so unique
From Sancerre to Singapore Slings, there's practical advice on choosing, storing and serving every kind of drink. Whether you're a liquor lover, a budding bartender, or simply like to entertain - this is the essential guide for you." (description from DK website)

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the very best, July 3, 2009

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Maria Villafane (Miami, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Drinks (Paperback)

I bought this book hoping to gain some general knowledge of spirits. This book does much more than that, I do wish there was more dedicated to the history and the making of each spirit, but I think the author does a fantastic job at providing a summary for each.

The most popular brands available for each spirit and cordials are listed here, most of them with pictures of the actual bottle, which is useful for me as a new bartender as it helps me recognize the bottles easier and even read about the very products i use every day.

The collection of drink recipes is organized by flavor, but not in the Tequila-Vodka-Gin etc, Order, but rather by using categories like rich, tangy, sour...I find this very useful, and it goes as far as telling if the drink is better as an after dinner drink, anytime, etc.

This book also includes a good section on wines, and even on how to pair them up with food. An entire chapter for beer can be found here too.

This is without a doubt one of the best books on drinks, it is very informative, beautifully designed, classy and well organized.

I wouldn't hesitate to buy it, unless you are looking for drink recipes only, while this book contains several classic cocktail recipes, it goes well beyond that.