Humans were seeking out alcohol millions of years before the word 'keg' was invented. This book contains everything you have ever wanted to know about drink, from how to make absinthe to the cultural history of zythos (beer). Packed with curious facts to entertain your friends at the pub, this book is an essential compendium of knowledge about life's 'second greatest pleasure' (according to essayist Dr Samuel Johnson). It is the perfect gift for yourself, or for anyone who enjoys raising a glass to good health. Bottoms up! AUTHOR: Jane Peyton is the founder of School of Booze, a company that arranges talks and events about the cultural history of alcohol, teaching people to appreciate beer, wine, cider and spirits. She is an accredited Beer Sommelier and has brewed beers with professional breweries, has trained through the Wine and Spirit Education Trust and is a tutor at the Beer Academy. SELLING POINTS: In-depth and fascinating guide to alcohol from an alcohol expert and successful businesswoman Light-hearted and engaging tone makes it a perfect gift for anybody interested in any type of alcohol as an alternative to the more serious informative guides available

Author Biography

Jane Peyton is an author, after-dinner speaker, and Principal of School of Booze, an events company, where she produces and presents beer, cider, and wine tasting experiences. She is a beer sommelier, enthusiastic advocate for matching beer with food rather than wine, and instigator of Beer Day Britain (the UK's national beer day).