In the past few decades many of us have become foodies, but our new focus on flavour has been dominated by what we eat. In "How to Drink" Victoria Moore aims to redress the balance, by explaining how to drink well at all times of day, on all occasions, and across every season. Here are recipes for mint juleps in the spring, sloe gin in the autumn, hot buttered rum in the winter; and year round showstoppers, including the world's best G&T. Moore imparts invaluable advice on creating a drinks store cupboard, the best brands of spirits, how to make perfect ice, and how glass shape affects taste. "How to Drink" is unique among drinks books - neither a garish cocktail guide, nor an intimidating wine book. It's a hugely readable and beautiful handbook, that aims to inform, entertain, and, crucially, to ensure you are never without the perfect drink for each occasion.
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'A real keeper, one for dipping into for inspiration ... The style is chatty and the research thorough' -French Magazine
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'A splendid and convincing argument not just to drink more but to drink better' - Joanna Weinberg -- Review
'A splendid book. Victoria Moore is quite right, it's not how much you drink but how you drink' - Fergus Henderson -- Review
'A unique approach to drinks guides and a must for every beverage bookshelf ... extremely readable' - Bookseller, Top Title
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'How to Drink is a rich mine of information, and no kitchen should be without it' - Tatler -- Review
'Idiosyncratic and iconoclastic in the way that makes Moore's column such an enjoyable high point of the weekend' - Food & Travel -- Review
'Stylish and celebratory ... Written with verve, it is packed with wonderful ideas about what to drink and when' -Metro -- Review
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'A splendid and convincing argument not just to drink more but to drink better' - Joanna Weinberg -- Review
'A splendid book. Victoria Moore is quite right, it's not how much you drink but how you drink' - Fergus Henderson -- Review
'A unique approach to drinks guides and a must for every beverage bookshelf ... extremely readable' - Bookseller, Top Title
-- Review
'How to Drink is a rich mine of information, and no kitchen should be without it' - Tatler -- Review
'Idiosyncratic and iconoclastic in the way that makes Moore's column such an enjoyable high point of the weekend' - Food & Travel -- Review
'Stylish and celebratory ... Written with verve, it is packed with wonderful ideas about what to drink and when' -Metro -- Review
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'How to Drink is a rich mine of information, and no kitchen should be without it' - Tatler
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By James
Format:Hardcover
I don't care if it's middle class (see review below)! I've really enjoyed this book and have made a bunch of the drinks already. The 'Baby Joe' is a genuine classic - I've made it for three groups of friends already and it's been a real show stopper. The tips on how to make the perfect coffee or G&T are simple but have made a massive difference - I know that sounds ridiculous but it's true. I thoroughly recommend this one - will be my book gift for the year I think!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By S. Murphy
Format:Hardcover
This book is a must have for every kitchen, and especially for those who love to socialise. The `Cucumber martini' was the perfect antidote to a scorching summers day, and tips for improvements on the old classics, like the G&T, made all the difference. I found the style informative without being pretentious, with basic general information about spirits, and necessary nuggets such as how to choose the right wine or recognise whether it has past its peak. Unusual information, such as how to make ice cubes in a hurry, was useful, and it answers some of life's most confusing questions such as what is the difference between the various types of tea are. I loved the easy to use summary at the end, and the scattered recipes for accompaniments throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A. Paterson
Format:Hardcover
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book as the author has a very engaging writing style and there are genuinely funny passages in it. It is much more than a list of recipes.
Having said that, the recipes I have tried so far have been a success, and like another reviewer my coffee habits have been drastically improved!
Having said that, the recipes I have tried so far have been a success, and like another reviewer my coffee habits have been drastically improved!
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Lovely little book
Chose this book because it's good to have some different ideas about making drinks - more on the quality than the quantity scale. It fits the bill nicely!
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. Gillian Clemens
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Well written - an enjoyable read.
I haven't actually made any of the drinks from this book yet, apart from following the tips on coffee, which is the only reason why I've not given it 5 stars. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sam
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enjoyable and informative
I received this book as a present and wasn't too certain when I first looked but I was pleasantly surprised with an easy flowing read and some very informative contents. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Jean Le Strange
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Excellent present for someone who cares
Maybe it's my age but these days I don't want to spend weeks experimenting I just want to do it right. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2011 by Mr. J. S. Odell
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great read!
A great book! Amusingly written adn easy to read its a great one for someone who doesnt know much and who wants to learn and for those who already know a lot and what to know more. Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2010 by lionbar_79
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Refreshing reading
You don't have to share someone's tastes to find their opinions interesting. Personally, I think Virginia Moore has a bit of a blind spot about beer, for example, and I have a... Read more
Published on 28 Oct 2010 by Elizabeth Cullum
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A great educational read
This book was a welcome surprise and had me gripped from start to finish. Well written and full of so much more than just recipes I would recommend it to anyone interested in food... Read more
Published on 10 Aug 2010 by Jean Power
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very entertaining book
I bought this book for my husband, but read a lot of it myself.
Its full of interesting info about all sorts of drinks.
Its the sort of book you can dip into at anytime.
Its full of interesting info about all sorts of drinks.
Its the sort of book you can dip into at anytime.
Published on 3 Feb 2010 by Janet B. Grammer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A little gem
I've been using How to Drink all summer - mostly for the cocktails and party drinks which have been real winners with friends. Read more
Published on 2 Nov 2009 by E. Johnson
4.0 out of 5 stars
This is an enticing and delightful book.
A great book to dip in to for inspiration and, for one who enjoys a drink but may not be the most discerning drinker, like me, it is a useful source of tips, opinions and basic... Read more
Published on 20 Aug 2009 by Io Jackson
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