Aperitif: A Spirited Guide to the Drinks, History and Culture

Aperitif: A Spirited Guide to the Drinks, History and Culture of the Aperitif

SantÃ©! The apÃ©ritif is back. Forget the crass cocktail â€“ the chic apÃ©ritif is the choice of the discerning drinker. From the Latin aperire ('to open'), an apÃ©ritif not only kick-starts the palate but is the most delightful way to begin an evening. More and more people are falling for the charms of this light, refreshing, and aromatic way of drinking, and bars dedicated to apÃ©ritifs are opening around the world. Characterized by their dryness, freshness, and bitter flavors, many apÃ©ritifs are also low in alcohol, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious barflies. In ApÃ©ritif, acclaimed drinks writer Kate Hawkings romps through the history of how these drinks came into being across the great drinking nations of Europe and beyond. And after a look at the science of why these drinks work so well as appetizers, she peruses anything and everything that can be considered as an apÃ©ritif: what it is, what to look for, and how best to drink it. From amaro to gin, through spritzes to Campari and Lillet, and with suggested recipes or serving suggestions for each kind of booze, ApÃ©ritif encourages you to sit back, sip, and anticipate the pleasures that the evening holds.
Country USA
Brand Quadrille Publishing
Manufacturer Quadrille
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781787131262
ReleaseDate 2018-09-04
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781787131262

Aperitif: A Spirited Guide to the Drinks, History and Culture of the Aperitif