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Cognac is the finest distilled spirit in the world. Its history has evolved against a fascinating backdrop of sin & seduction. Politics & intrigue between cognac-producing families have, over the centuries, weaved a rich tapestry of controversy. Cognac has known tragedy & triumph, such as in the late 1870s when a bug called Phylloxera vastatrix ate its way through the vineyards of the cognac region, or when a number of extraordinary cases of fraud led to the stringent production controls that now guard the drink's good name. This beautifully illustrated volume relates a passionate & contemporary story of a traditional spirit with an intriguing past. The book unfolds, decade by decade, the history, secrets & untold tales surrounding the world's most noble drink.
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About the Author:
Salvatore Calabrese is Bar Manager at the prestigious Lanesborough Hotel in London. Well-known throughout the world as an author, cognac expert, and creator of many unique drinks, he is one of only a few experts on vintage cognac. Among the many honors he has received are The Campari Bartender of the Year award; the Chevalerie du Verre Galant, the Chevalier l'Ordre des Côteaux de Champagne, and winner of the Lea & Perrins International Healthy Cocktails Competition. He is currently Vice President of the U.K. Bartender's Guild. His books include the bestseller Classic Cocktails, Classic After-Dinner Cocktails, and Classic Summer Cocktails.
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- PublisherDiane Pub Co
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 0756766265
- ISBN 13 9780756766269
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages272
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