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    American Spirit: An Exploration of the Craft Distilling Revolution
    American Spirit: An Exploration of the Craft Distilling Revolution
    American Spirit: An Exploration of the Craft Distilling Revolution
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    American Spirit: An Exploration of the Craft Distilling Revolution

    By James Rodewald

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    Craft distilling has exploded in the United States in recent years, and this in-depth look at the intrepid characters at the forefront of the liquid revolution will have you rethinking whats in your liquor cabinet—and possibly your career choice. James Rodewald, a veteran journalist who spent more than a decade at Gourmet magazine, most of that time as Drinks Editor, traveled the country talking to the men and women at the heart of this remarkable industry about the challenges they face, the rewards of their hard work, and the delicious spirits they make. Along the way, myths are shattered, phonies are unmasked, and drinks-as well as a few tears-are spilled.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherUnion Square & Co.
    Release dateSep 2, 2014
    ISBN9781454915485
    American Spirit: An Exploration of the Craft Distilling Revolution

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