An accessible and authoritative guide to the world of spirits, by the award-winning authors of Distilled and 60-Second Cocktails. From the winners of the Fortnum & Mason Drink Book of the Year “Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley explain everything you need to know to appreciate a distillate.” Whisky Magazine The culture of enjoying quality spirits and liquors is now in a new golden age.In Fine Spirits is an accessible and authoritative guide to the world of distilled drinks. Across gin, whisky, tequila, rum and vodka, as well as no and low-alcohol alternatives, it examines not just how each spirit is made, but also the culture, history, cocktails and characters key to the success of each. From award-winning experts Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley, In Fine Spirits is designed for anyone who wants to understand more about the bottles in their cabinet, as well as the colorful history and narratives of the countries, drinks, bars and people that have helped create the global renaissance of luxury liquor and fine spirits.