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A Philosophical and Statistical History of the Inventions and Customs of Ancient and Modern Nations in the Manufacture and Use of Inebriating Liquors; With the Present Practice of Distillation in All - Hardcover
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A comprehensive tour of how people everywhere have made, used, and regulated intoxicating liquors,—from ancient brewing to modern distillation.
This work surveys the wide range of practices, tools, and laws surrounding alcohol and other stupefying drinks. It blends historical narrative with practical detail, aiming to inform merchants, practitioners, and curious readers alike. The book collects descriptions of instruments, processes, and the evolving rules that shaped the beverage trades across cultures and centuries.
- How brewing and distilling evolved, with practical guidance drawn from historical methods
- Descriptions of the instruments and processes used by brewers, distillers, and revenue officers
- Regional profiles of wines, spirits, and intoxicants, including their quality and reputation
- Social and legal themes, from temperance ideas to revenue policies and religious considerations
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