The Beer Drinker's Handbook
Kevin Trayner
Now, more than ever before, there is a huge range of beers available to consumers everywhere. This fascinating and handsome book, written by an expert on the subject, tells the story of brewing from its ancient origins as a medicine to its current status as the world's favourite drink, and includes an extensive guide to global beer styles.
160 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8 ¼ in 240 colour photographs 80 artworks 45,000 words ISBN 1 85974 715 9 hardback
Price: £17.99
The Wines and Vineyards of South Africa
Wendy Toerien
Perfect for all wine lovers, this is a welcome tribute to South African wines and the personalities behind them. Including maps of the wine regions and beautiful photography, it offers both useful information about the different wines and fascinating anecdotal quotes from the winemakers themselves.
160 pages 290 x 240 mm / 11¼ x 9¼ in 250 colour photographs 50,000 words ISBN 1 86872 437 9 hardback
Price: £24.99
LA DOLCE VITA
This beautifully designed and illustrated series of gift books makes perfect bedtime reading. An ideal present for those who enjoy the good things in life, each title brings together ephemera, wit and wisdom from the famous and infamous and a sumptuous visual evocation of the past and present of each subject.
Series Specification: 64 pages 154 x 118 mm / 6 x 4 in Full colour throughout Approximately 5,000 words
Whisky
Straight or on the rocks? Blended or single malt? This book explores all the different styles and the history of Scotch whisky and shows plenty of ideas on how to enjoy it in style!
Rights Sold: Dan, Fin, Fr, Ice, Nor, Por, Swe US distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85974 158 4 hardback
Price: £4.99
Champagne
This guided tour to the history and secrets of making champagne also introduces the reader to the places and people associated with this special drink, making this little volume the ideal bedside companion for those who enjoy the good life.
Rights Sold: Dan, Fin, Fr, Ice, Nor, Por, Swe US distributor: Sterling Publishing ISBN 1 85974 159 2 hardback
Price: £4.99
Red and White
Max Allen
A new-generation wine appreciation book, written with informal enthusiasm by an award-winning young Australian wine writer. This tour of Australian wine from the vine right through to the dining table explains the different grape varieties, what happens in the vineyard, how different wines are made and, finally, how to buy, store, serve and appreciate wine.
196 pages 250 x 210 mm / 9¾x 8½ in Over 80 colour and black and white photographs 15,000 words
ISBN 1 86436 636 2 paperback Second edition
Price: £14.99
South African Wine: A Celebration
Wendy Torien
This glorious celebration of South African grapes, the wines they make and the rituals that surround them is complemented by beautiful photographs of the different grapes, vineyards and the wineries. Includes maps of South African wine regions.
176 pages 290 x 240 mm / 11½ x 9½ in 250 colour photographs 40,000 words ISBN 1 86872 297 X hardback
Price: £19.99
The Cocktail Handbook
David Biggs
A veritable “bible” for anyone interested in mixing their own alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (including hangover cures!). With a history of cocktails and featuring famous cocktail bars today, this book includes advice on all you need to create classic and unusual cocktails.
160 pages 280 x 215 mm / 11 x 8½ in Over 200 colour photographs 27,000 words Rights Sold: Fr, Ger, It, Sp ISBN 1 85974 098 7 hardback
Price: £17.99
Make Your Own Cocktails
David Biggs
An exciting collection of over 100 tantalizing yet easy-to-mix cocktails and other drinks – with and without alcohol.
128 pages 210 x 146 mm / 8½ x 5¾ in 110 colour photographs 25,000 words Rights Sold: Cant, Fin, Ice, Por, ISBN 1 85368 848 7 paperback
Price: £6.99
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