Walk into any bar in almost any part of the world and there, on the back shelf, you'll see at least some of the following: Vodka, Gin, Scotch and Irish Whiskies, Bourbon, Baijiu, Cognac, Rum, Shochu, Tequila, Absibthe. These drinks helped shape our culture, inspired authors and painters, brought anarchy and harmony, even mass hysteria.
In Ten Drinks that Changed the World, bartender and poet Seki Lynch tells the stories behind the spirits. He dissects the ingredients and explores the rituals entwined with each drink. Cocktail recipes, favourite brands and insights from the great, good and notorious drinkers of history complete the resume for each spirit.
