spirits and beers

An all-inclusive guide to wine, beer, and spiritsAs people develop more sophisticated tastes, a basic understanding of wine, beer, and distilled spirits is more important than ever for chefs, servers, bartenders, and restaurant managers. And for anyone who simply wants to get more out of enjoying wine, beer, and spirits, developing an appreciation for the history, production methods, and techniques for evaluating alcoholic beverages is an essential first step. For professionals and amateurs alike, Beverage Basics provides a thorough and accessible education in the fundamentals. Beverage Basics covers the art and science of winemaking from the vineyard to the table, takes a comprehensive look at the production methods, styles, and ideal food pairings for beer and spirits, and even covers... Less

Master the mysteries of wine. The study of wine and beverages has become integral to hospitality education. The Wine, Beer, and Spirits Handbook demystifies the wine and wine-making process, examining not only the making and flavor profiles of wine, beer, and spirits, but also the business of wine service as practiced by a chef or sommelier. Unique to this book, is the strong emphasis on food and wine pairings, as well as food and beverage interactions. An entire chapter uncovers this broad, often intimidating, topic with detailed information on table wines, sparkling wines, fortified wines, beer and spirits. More importantly, The Handbook explains the responsibilit ies of a sommelier from both service and managerial perspectives. Readers explore their wine-related duties... Less

personalized 20 beer barrel sign - ram's head: When spirits are high, there's no better way to celebrate than with spirits. Made of solid oak with a galvanized iron barrel strap, this whiskey-label-insp ired sign lends old-school style and authenticity to the home bar. Personalized with a name, city, state and year. 20” diam. Exclusively from RedEnvelope. solid oak with galvanized iron strap personalized sign in the style of a whiskey barrel custom graphic lasered into wood old-world feel not from actual barrel hanging hardware attached 20” diam. personalization details: for state field, please enter a period if you wish for it to appear for name field, please enter an apostrophe s if you wish for it to appear

The Beverage Manager’s Guide to Wines, Beers and Spirits, Third Edition, navigates the reader through an intriguing journey on the vast world of alcoholic beverages. The text serves as an authoritative guide intended to inspire those individuals pursuing or enhancing a career in the food and beverage industry; the book will be equally fascinating for the beverage enthusiast. Written in a lively and engaging literary style, that is both comprehensive and yet concise; exploring the essential management and service aspects of drink. Designed to be intellectually appealing, with stimulating photography while providing the necessary knowledge on building and sustaining a profitable beverage program. This read provides marvelous insights into the beverage industry by discovering the sometimes... Less

personalized 20” beer barrel sign - foaming mug: When spirits are high, there's no better way to celebrate than with spirits. Made of solid oak with a galvanized iron barrel strap, this whiskey-label-insp ired sign lends old-school style and authenticity to the home bar. Personalized with a name, city, state and year. 20” diam. Exclusively from RedEnvelope. solid oak with galvanized iron strap personalized sign in the style of a whiskey barrel custom graphic lasered into wood old-world feel not from actual barrel hanging hardware attached 20” diam. personalization details: for state field, please enter a period if you wish for it to appear for name field, please enter an apostrophe s if you wish for it to appear

Personalized with their single initial in your choice of script or block monogram for an impressive personalized style!Our high quality Spiegelau® Personalized Beer Glass Set makes a perfect addition to any bar or entertainment area! Durable and dishwasher safe, these handsome glasses will give you years of great use. Spiegelau® is a German company that has been making glass since the early 1800's. Spiegelau preserves the age old craft of hand blown glass. By remaining faithful to the spirit of artisan craftsmanship and committed to innovations and technological advances in the industry, Spiegelau is able to offer glasses that are both beautifully designed and durable. Be sure to add our coordinating glass bar ware accessories for a complete gift set; sold separately below. The... Less

Members of The U.S. and International Variety Beer Club get twelve, 12-oz. beers from both U.S. craft breweries and International breweries. Each shipment includes four different beer styles, three bottles of each style, along with our monthly newsletter featuring tasting notes, beer specifications, brewery profiles, suggested food pairings, and more.

A comprehensive, must-have guide to beverage service including wine, beer, and spiritsThe Sommelier Prep Course is the ultimate resource for any aspiring sommelier, bartender, or serious wine lover. It includes sections on viniculture and viticulture, Old World and New World wines, beer and other fermented beverages, and all varieties of spirits. Review questions, key terms, a pronunciation guide, maps, and even sample wine labels provide invaluable test prep information for acing the major sommelier certification exams.For each type of beverage, author Michael Gibson covers the essential history, manufacturing information, varieties available, and tasting and pairing information. He also includes sections on service, storage, and wine list preparation for a full understanding of every... Less

Highland Park Loki, a 15 year old limited edition single malt bottled at 48.7% abv, comes housed in the same unique and award winning wooden frame as Thor, echoing the fearsome contours of a traditional Viking long ship.Loki is the second in The Valhalla Collection of four unique whiskies from Highland Park, taking inspiration from the legendary Nordic gods of old and continues the ground-breaking achievement of creating Thor - a 16 year old malt actually designed around the personality traits of an individual. The Orkney whisky maker has now created a unique flavour profile for its follow up. While unquestionably Highland Park, this time it mirrors the unpredictable, shape-shifting LOKI character and as with the trickster god of fire himself, all is not as it seems.There are classic... Less

Shop for Beer Making Kits from Hayneedle.com! Upgrade your connection to your favorite drink by making your own! The Craft a Brew Hefeweizen Brewing Kit is the easiest and tastiest way to begin your journey towards brewmaster. This unique kit takes the sometimes- dauntingly complex art of brewing beer and makes it simple and achievable in your own kitchen. You'll get a complete cadre of brewing pieces and accessories and the ingredients needed to make a refreshing German wheat beer known as hefeweizen. Hefeweizen German Wheat BeerThis unique light beer is silky smooth, with a complex but light flavor that teases bananas, citrus, and clove. It's great all year, especially in the sun. Ingredients: Malt extract (wheat and light), brewer's grains (Carapils), Tettnang hops, yeast (Safbrew... Less

This manual is intended for the craft whiskey distiller who aims to make excellent- quality malt whiskey through artisan distillation methods. This manual describes, at the craft level, the process of making whiskey. It gives detailed instructions on how to distill one barrel (53 gallons) of 120-proof malt whiskey. The reader learns about the principles of distillation, types of stills, and the process of distillation. The manual also goes into detail about how-to make head and tails cuts-the elusive operation that a distiller needs to learn in order to create a world class whiskey. Most important is the chapter on mashing and creating a barley wash for fermentation. The all-grain recipes in the manual are adapted from the mashing (brewing) process used by commercial malt whiskey... Less

Product Description Experience the improved taste of Scotch Cognac Port Tequila Whiskey Bourbon Vodka Gin Rum Brandy and Sake Liqueurs like never before! comes with a built-in jigger with volume markers and flow control that lets you measure and aerate at the same time. Includes a stand. Made from Acrylic. Aerator and stand are dishwasher safe.Dishwasher safe Measure and aerate at the same time.Built-in jigger Made from Acrylic Stand included Product Details Item Dimensions: 6.0 x 1.0 x 1.0 inc

Though it was born back in 1845, over the years Fernet-Branca has successfully preserved the personality and uniqueness that have conquered Europe and America alike.Its secret formula, passed down from father to son in the Branca family, has guaranteed the protection of the quality that still makes it the digestive bitter liqueur par excellence. Indeed, the 27 herbs it contains come from all five continents: aloe comes from South Africa, rhubarb from China, gentian from France, galingale from India or Sri Lanka, chamomile from Italy or Argentina, just to name a few.On top of that there are flowers, herbs, roots and plants used for alcoholic brews, extracts and teas that, blended in a special mixture, produce the beneficial properties of the product.Fernet-Bra nca ages for at least one... Less

Feel The Luck Of The Irish This St. Patty's Day. Give your home some Irish spirit this St. Patty's Day with the Shamrock And Beer Stringer. Hanging St. Patrick's Day decorations will get your rowdy friends in the mood to party These fun shamrock and beer cutouts will make you feel like you have found a pot of gold St. Pats stringer is approximately 6 1/2 long. Completely assembled. Printed on both sides. Cutouts are made of card stock. St. Patrick's Day decorations and accessories are must haves for a fun and memorable event. Stock up on the shamrock favors, costume accessories, and decorations you need to make your St. Patty's event a success Part of Decorations > Hanging Decorations

COMB is distilled from honey whereas most vodka is made from corn, wheat or potatoes. We believe that the vodka you produce is only as good as what goes into it, so we start our process by making a wonderfully light and dry honey wine.WHY HONEY?Honey is expensive, it's hard to work with and fermenting it can be difficult. So, why do we use it? Honey, like different grapes for wine, can provide a number of varietal options. Our honey is made from orange blossoms which contributes its unique character and allows us to create a perfectly balanced spirit.WE GET IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME.We get concerned when we hear how many times vodka has been distilled. Four times, six times, nine times?! Continued heating of the alcohol can introduce undesired flavors and have an adverse affect on the final... Less

 Cooke's examination of the Special Services and PX System during World War II, a subject previously overlooked by scholars, shows that these goods and services kept the armed forces' spirits up under the alienating conditions of global war.—Dennis Showalter, author of Patton and Rommel: Men of War in the Twentieth Century   As World War II dawned in Europe, General George C. Marshall, the new Army Chief of Staff, had to acknowledge that American society—and the citizens who would soon become soldiers—had drastically changed in the previous few decades. Almost every home had a radio, movies could talk, and driving in an automobile to the neighborhood soda fountain was part of everyday life. A product of newly created mass consumerism, the soldier of 1940 had expectations of material... Less

Intercourse Brewing Company Beer Spirit V-Neck Womens Tee Shirt Officially licensed Intercourse Brewing Company Beer Spirit V-Neck Black Womens Tee Shirt. This slim-fit tee features a quote on the front that says, 'May your spirit be light and may you always enjoy Intercourse (BEER).' The back shows off the Intercourse Brewing Company design. 100% cotton.Choose your size from the available options above the 'Buy It Now' button. Size Chart: The actual in-stock sizes for this item can be chosen f

Members of The International Beer Club get twelve, 12-oz. beers from two different international breweries. Each shipment includes two different beer styles, six bottles of each style, along with our monthly newsletter featuring tasting notes, beer specifications, brewery profiles, suggested food pairings, and more.

Turn to Grossman's Guide to Wines, Beers, and Spirits for quick answers to your questions about any alcoholic beverage and for insights into the history and origins of liquor. Whether you're looking for technical advice or interesting conversation pieces, this resource is sure to meet all of your needs.

Our Monogrammed Glass Beer Mug is the perfect gift for the fun-loving man in your life! Each mug is handsomely etched with their own initials, making it the perfect gift to give for any occasion. Every time they take a drink, they will always think of you and your fun-loving spirit too! What better gift to give than a Personalized Glass Beer Mug? Our Engraved Glass Beer Mug is made of superior quality glass with a heavy base and strong handle to support large drinks standing 6 1/4 tall holding 16 oz. of their favorite beer. Makes a perfect gift for groomsmen, graduations, or even man get-togethers. Engrave your Glass Beer mug with their initials. Personalization information: Personalize this gift with monogrammed initials.

Shop for Beer Making Kits from Hayneedle.com! Upgrade your connection to your favorite drink by making your own! The Craft a Brew Hefeweizen Brewing Kit is the easiest and tastiest way to begin your journey towards brewmaster. This unique kit takes the sometimes- dauntingly complex art of brewing beer and makes it simple and achievable in your own kitchen. You'll get a complete cadre of brewing pieces and accessories and the ingredients needed to make a refreshing German wheat beer known as hefeweizen. Hefeweizen German Wheat BeerThis unique light beer is silky smooth, with a complex but light flavor that teases bananas, citrus, and clove. It's great all year, especially in the sun. Ingredients: Malt extract (wheat and light), brewer's grains (Carapils), Tettnang hops, yeast (Safbrew... Less

This Mr Beer Canadian Blonde Brew Pack comes with everything you need to make a great tasting 3.7% ABV beer. Each refill includes: (1) hopped malt extract (HME), dry brewing yeast, and no-rinse cleanser. The Canadian Blonde has a lightly colored, clean, fresh palate, well balanced with subtle hop notes and a crisp finish - this is a classic easy drinking Canadian style beer.

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Click on picture for larger view of piece! Each elaborately made Pirate Ware Tankard Mug has it's own unique design. Choose your favorite pirate theme. This will surely be a hit as a gift or for yourself. Details: Each Tankard holds about 26 ounces to the top (xlarge mug), about 6 inches tall by 4 inches in diameter. Each piece is a handmade slip cast from our artist's original hand thrown piece, then glazed (inside) and fired to Cone 9 (Durable Stoneware). As with all pottery, the color may vary slightly from piece to piece. Each mug is lead-free and microwave/dishwas her/oven/food safe. . Available With Any Graphic Image: You can order these from our main site (Not Amazon yet) in any graphic available from this artist. Click on Same Artist Pieces below to see all graphics available. You... Less

If you want to get into the Irish spirit, we have the perfect hat for you! Our Metallic Beer Mug hat looks just as it's described, a beer mug full of beer complete with foam on top. It also has the words Erin Go Bragh (Ireland Forever) stitched onto the front of the hat. This would make an ideal hat for any fun outings you have in mind, such as tail gating parties or Halloween. It would even make a great gift for anyone you know who loves beer. So be sure to show off your Irish spirit and your love of beer wherever you go in out Metallic beer Mug hat.

Beefeater London Dry Gin is the world's leading brand of premium imported gin, made today with thesame secret recipe that dates back to 1820. The only premium London Dry Gin still made in London, Beefeater's difference is defined by its complex recipe using high-quality, exotic botanicals from throughoutthe world, a skilful distilling process and the quality and consistency of production that determinesBeefeat er's unique, exceptional taste. Beefeater uses only the finest botanicals to produce a distinctivelydry and aromatic gin. With its refreshingly crisp quality, and subtle citrus and fruit edge, this premium ginis worthy of its title as the world's number one premium imported gin.The making of Beefeater London Dry Gin begins with the production of the alcohol, made from only... Less

Tee off in casual style. Our pique knit golf t-shirt is a comfortable, lightweight way to play 18-holes and beat the heat. Features, stylish white pearl buttons, yet it feels like wearing your favorite t-shirt. Dress it up or down. Throw a blazer over lat. About our Golf Shirt: Tee off in casual style. Our pique knit golf t-shirt is a comfortable, lightweight way to play 18-holes and beat the heat. Features, stylish white pearl buttons, yet it feels like wearing your favorite t-shirt. Dress it up or down. Throw a blazer over lat. Funny Tee, TShirt, Shirt

KAH Tequila Anejo contains aromas of coffee, chocolate and tobacco masterfully created during its two year aging time in American white oak casks.The KAH Tequila Anejo bottle is designed with black and white motifs to represent the practices of Nicaraguans who take rest in peace to a whole new level. While they perform similar traditions to other Latin American counterparts (IE. decorate graves, bring food to alters to honor the dead), they also often sleep at the grave-sites of their deceased. The idea is that by sleeping with the dead, Nicaraguans reinforce the emotional connection they hold with those loved ones that have passed.KAH Tequila was designed to pay reverence and honor to Mexico and its people. Its bottle and spirit are reflective of Day of the Dead, the 3,000 year-old... Less

Members of The Rare Beer Club will receive six 750ml bottles of hand-crafted, limited release, artisanal beers from two of the world's best brewers. Each shipment includes two different beer styles, three bottles of each. Also included is our monthly newsletter featuring tasting notes, beer specifications, brewery profiles, suggested food pairings, and more.

A delicious old-fashioned root beer recipe Use to make two 1-gallon batches of root beer For use with the Mr. ROOTBEER Root Beer Kit Includes mix, flavor crystals, root beer yeast and one-step sanitizer The Refill pack is the easiest, most convenient way to make 2 gallons of premium root beer using your MR. ROOTBEER Kit (sold separately). The MR. ROOTBEER Refill is a delicious old-fashioned root beer recipe, and this convenient pack includes enough root beer mix, flavor crystals, root beer yeast and sanitizer to whip up two batches of root beer, one gallon at a time. Unlike store-bought root beer, MR. ROOTBEER root beer is naturally carbonated, giving it less fizz and a smoother, creamier taste. Intended for use with the MR. ROOTBEER Kit. Manufacturer model The MR. ROOTBEER Root Beer Kit... Less