Practical Chemist John Stephen (3 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. "A Treatise on the Manufacture, Imitation, Adulteration, and Reduction of Foreign Wines, Brandies, Gins, Rums, etc. etc." by "A Practical Chemist and Experienced Liquor Dealer" (John Stephen). 1860 1st edition; Published for the Author; Philadelphia. "Including 'Old Rye' Whiskey, 'Old Rye Monongahela,' 'Wheat,' and 'Bourbon' Whiskeys, Fancy Brandies, Cordials, and Domestic Liquors." "Based upon the 'French System.'" "The object of this work is to do away with the use of noxious and poisonous Adulteration, and to instruct the purchaser how to produce brandies, wines, Cordials, and other Liquors, equal in every respect to any foreign importation." The contents are grouped as follows: Wine; Imitations; Domestic Wines; Brandy; Imitations; Reduced Brandies; Cheapest Brandies; Fancy Brandies; Gin; Rum; Whiskey; Cordials; Bitters; Distillation; Rectification; Vingegar; Imitation Lemon Syrup; Orangade, or Sherbert; Tinctures; Essences; Orange-Flower Water; Color; Simple Sirup [sic]; Coloring for Liquors; Bead for Liquors. From the author's Preface: "In presenting this volume to those who are in any manner engaged in the Manufacture or sale of spirituous or vinous liquors, the author is confident that he has produced a practical treatise on the subject of which it treats that will prove useful to those for whom it is designed. It has been his study to combine with his own experience all the information which it was possible for him to obtain from men of practical experience and from widely-scattered sources; and to condense into a volume of small size and convenient arrangement, information which will render to every person who is pecuniarily interested in the business of which this work treats, a large equivalent for so small an outlay. Every well-informed person is aware that the adulteration of brandies, wines, etc., have been effected by the use of poisonous and deleterious compounds, to an enormous extent. This system is still in use, and will so continue until the 'French System,' which is almost unknown in this country, will fortunately take its place, - the French system of manufacturing, initiating, and reducing Liquors being based on scientific principles; which cause us to unite with the 'pure spirit' forming the 'basis' of all Liquors, those constituents and those only, which are found by chemical analysis to exist in the foreign liquor which we seek to imitate." Condition: Top/bottom spine edges are worn down with pieces of cloth missing. Shelf wear along the board edges. Cloth tears at cover corners. Both covers are firmly attached. A front blank end paper has been removed. The binding has cracked/split between pages 72 & 73. Pages 75-82 are detached. There is an inscription written in pen dated 1966 on the front end paper. The pages are mostly clean with an occasional page that has a light smudge/stain. A perfectly good reading copy with nice pages, though in Fair condition only due to the state of the spine ends, and the significant binding split.

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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1860. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 205, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 205 205.