Beyond the Vines: The Changing Landscape of Wine in Aotearoa New Zealand by Jules van Costello

$40.00 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Beyond the Vines: The Changing Landscape of Wine in Aotearoa New Zealand is a deep dive into the world of wine in Aotearoa - past, present and future. Beyond the Vines profiles 65 of the country's most exciting and innovative producers and explores the wine regions and various grapes we've made our own. It is a look at the strengths and struggles of our unique wine industry and a discussion of some of the challenges it will face in years to come. ...Show more

Wine Lover's Guide (incl. Ebook) by Andre Domine

$19.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

In this compact guidebook wine lovers will find documented facts and valuable tips all about wine. The reader first learns everything about wine-growing - the most important grape varieties, the significance of the terroirs, conventional and bio-dynamic forms of cultivation, vine protection and the grap e harvest. The wine cellar is the focus of the second part with the basics of wine processing, barrel development and bottle production. Traditional as well as innovative methods are described and the reader learns how the ideal wine cellar" should look. A look at the great wine countries rounds out the book. In addition to the classical wine cultivation regions new regions from around the world are presented. And finally there are valuable tips for purchasing wine - and of course enjoying it. An indispensable book for all wine lovers! ...Show more

BrewDog: Craft Beer for Geeks by BrewDog PLC

$49.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

We are Geeks. There, we said it. We love beer and its creation so much that we literally wrote the book on it. The success of Craft Beer for the People was amazing and it proved that there is a market for a book about beer that breaks the mould. But there is so much more to say. We wrote the ultimat e book for beer virgins and now we are preparing to go deeper. Deep niche deeper. Introducing Craft Beer for the Geeks. Here you will find everything we love about beer and brewing distilled into one must-read volume. In a nutshell it will be the next step for those looking to expand their knowledge. Our target audience? Anyone with an active interest in craft beer. This book will be nothing short of a taproom bible. ...Show more

From Dram to Manhattan - Around the World in 40 Whiskey and Bourbon Cocktails by Jesse Estes

$17.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Shake, stir, and mix your way to whiskey and bourbon connoisseur status with award-winning bartender Jesse Estes as he demonstrates how to tame these fiery spirits in 40 delicious cocktail recipes.   Shake, stir, and mix your way to whiskey and bourbon connoisseur status with award-winning bartender J esse Estes as he demonstrates how to tame these fiery spirits in 40 delicious cocktail recipes.   Master classy classic cocktails such as the Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Mint Julep, and Whiskey Sour, plus learn new creative variations that are bound to impress.   Whether you prefer a bourbon with notes of caramel, a spicy rye whiskey, a classic sturdy Scotch, or a distinctly innovative Japanese Nikka, the recipe selection includes a wide range of whiskies from around the world.   This is the perfect book for any dedicated whiskey-lover or keen home bartender to add to their collection. ...Show more

A Beer in the Loire by Tommy Barnes

$32.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Prosecco - The Wine and the People Who Made It a Success by Luigi Bolzon

$36.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Following in the footsteps of other illustrious Italian gastronomic successes - from pizza to pasta, from mozzarella to Parmesan and mortadella - Prosecco is the most recent "made in Italy" product to have colonized the world. But what is its history, and how did it come to be a global phenomenon? Luigi Bolzon retraces the origins of Prosecco's immense popularity back to the story of the Italian emigrants who left their country in the second half of the nineteenth century and the experiences of those who, knowingly or not, were most instrumental in cementing Prosecco's reputation in the UK and worldwide. Peppered with anecdotes and containing a rich tapestry of direct testimonies from the protagonists of Prosecco's ascent in the world of wines, Bolzon's book delves deep into the Italian soul to offer an insightful look behind the production and the continuing success of Britain's most loved bubbly. ...Show more

Fine Cider - A Look at the Producers and Makers Shaping the Contemporary Cider Movement by Felix Nash

$39.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Exploring the fine cider movement and the people and producers behind it.   Think you know about hard cider? Well think again. It's not about flavorless fizz, or the so-called "flavored ciders" that don't actually contain any apples. The contemporary cider scene is an exciting place to spend some time , as passionate makers celebrate tradition and terroir while also embracing seasonality, innovation, and experimentation to produce characterful drinks that are quite remarkable. Fine Cider looks at this modern cider movement, charting its beginnings and introducing some of the key players in fine-cider making, as well as guiding you through the characteristics of different apple varieties, the cider-producing regions around the world, the processes and techniques of cider production, how cider is an exceptional partner with food, and, of course, recommending ciders you need to try. ...Show more

A Field Guide to Whisky - How to Choose It, How to Drink It, How to Talk about It by Hans Offringa

$59.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

A Field Guide to Whisky is a one-stop guide for all the information a whisky enthusiast needs. With the whisky market booming all over the world, now is a perfect time for a comprehensive guide to this popular brown spirit. What are the basic ingredients in all whiskies? How does it get its flavor? Whic h big-name brands truly deserve their reputation? What are the current whisky trends around the world? And who was Jack Daniel, anyway? This abundance of information is distilled(!) into 324 short entries covering basic whisky literacy, production methods, consumption tips, trends, trivia, geographical maps and lists of distilleries, whisky trails, bars, hotels, and festivals by an industry insider. Boasting 230 color photographs and a beautiful package to boot, A Field Guide to Whisky will make a whisky expert out of anyone.   ...Show more

Vinacular: a Wine Lover's A - Z by Scott Kennedy and John Saker

$25.00 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Discover what the angel does with her share, how to spot noble rot, and what it means to engage in pigeage in this illuminating guide to wine lingo. With charming illustrations and a vibrant sense of fun, Vinacular is sure to bring a smile to lips of wine-lovers everywhere.

Great Whiskies - 500 of the Best from Around the World by Charles MacLean

$24.00 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

Discover and explore every type of whisky, from the classic single and smooth blended malts of Scotland, to the lesser-known corn and rye whiskies appearing on the scene. Featuring 500 whiskies from 23 countries, Great Whiskiesis the perfect guide to today's global whisky market. Are you in search of t he Islay malt that offers the peatiest finish, or curious to know which Japanese blend combines notes of pineapple and oak? Each whisky-producing region has been covered by a specialist, with detailed tasting notes to help you choose your ideal tipple. Find out the stories behind long established whisky brands, such as Johnnie Walker, The Dalmore, or Oban, and surprise yourself with new, artisan distilleries taking the whisky world by storm. Take a guided tour along five whisky trails, covering the classic whisky-producing regions of Scotland, Japan, Kentucky, and more - complete with handy tips for distillery tours and accommodation to help you plan your ideal trip. With essential tasting notes and distillery information about each of the 500+ whiskies, as well as 24 brand new whiskies exclusive to this edition, Great Whiskiesis your comprehensive and accessible resource, all distilled into one travel-friendly pocket guide. ...Show more

I Drink Therefore I Am: A Philosopher's Guide to Wine by Roger Scruton

$36.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

We are familiar with the medical opinion that a daily glass of wine is good for the health and also the rival opinion that any more than a glass or two will set us on the road to ruin. Whether or not good for the body, Scruton argues, wine, drunk in the right frame of mind, is definitely good for the so ul. And there is no better accompaniment to wine than philosophy. By thinking with wine, you can learn not only to drink in thoughts but to think in draughts. This good-humoured book offers an antidote to the pretentious clap-trap that is written about wine today and a profound apology for the drink on which civilisation has been founded. In vino veritas. ...Show more

The Whisky Cubes Pack - The Cool Solution to Whisky Dilution by Jim Murray

$32.99 NZD

Category: Wine, Beer & Spirits

The Whisky Cubes Packis the perfect gift for any lover of whisky. Not only does the pack contain a book informing the whisky-lover about hundreds of whisky brands and distillers in Britain, Ireland and North America, there is a guide to the process of distillation and tasting notes. In addition to this, the pack contains eight soapstone cubes which can be placed in a freezer and dropped into a glass and used as a replacement for ice, one that doesn't dilute the golden liquid. The author, Jim Murray, is one of the most respected men in whisky, on both sides of the Atlantic and his passionate views about Scotch, Irish, Rye and Bourbon are respected by those in the know. He writes in a unique style, with his passion coming through as he explains why a distillery is different to its neighbour maybe only a few miles away and showing how a slight variation in the distillation and/or storage process makes for an entirely different tasting experience. If you are already a connoisseur of whisky, want to become one, or just enjoy the occasional tipple, The Whisky Cubes Packis as welcome as your favourite dram. ...Show more