{"product_id":"the-history-of-gin-a-global-journey-through-time-tradition-and-taste-paperback","title":"The History Of Gin: A Global Journey Through Time, Tradition and Taste - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJames R. Sands\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe History of Gin: A Global Journey Through Time, Tradition and Taste\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGin is more than a clear spirit on a bar shelf - it is a story of medicine, rebellion, empire, innovation, and craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for professionals and enthusiasts alike, this book uncovers the rich history and global evolution of gin. From its beginnings as a Dutch medicinal tonic to the spirit that once dominated - and nearly destroyed - 18th-century London during the Gin Craze, readers will explore how cultures across the world shaped gin through distinctive botanicals, evolving production methods, and changing drinking traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is both a \u003cb\u003espirits history book\u003c\/b\u003e and a practical guide to understanding flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will trace gin's transformation from early genever to Old Tom, from the rise of London Dry gin to the structured precision of modern distillation. Discover how copper pot stills and column still technology reshaped purity and consistency. Learn how global trade expanded gin's botanical palette - juniper, coriander, angelica, citrus peel, spice, and rare aromatics - and how the science of botanical extraction, maceration, and vapor infusion influences taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the cultural forces behind gin's reinvention: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The origins of genever and Dutch distillation\u003cbr\u003e- The social and political impact of the 18th-century Gin Craze\u003cbr\u003e- The regulatory reforms that rebuilt gin's reputation\u003cbr\u003e- The rise of London Dry as the global benchmark\u003cbr\u003e- Gin and tonic history, quinine, and the British Empire\u003cbr\u003e- The cocktail revolution and the Martini's refinement\u003cbr\u003e- The craft gin renaissance and small-batch distilling\u003cbr\u003e- The evolution of gin botanicals and regional expression\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlending historical research with technical clarity, this book connects \u003cb\u003edistillation history, gin production methods, cocktail culture, and tasting technique\u003c\/b\u003e into one cohesive journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe final chapter includes a structured \u003cb\u003egin tasting guide\u003c\/b\u003e, sharing how to evaluate appearance, aroma, palate, mouthfeel, and finish. Whether you are building a gin collection, studying mixology, working behind a bar, or exploring craft spirits at home, you will gain the vocabulary and confidence to taste with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is ideal for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Bartenders and mixologists\u003cbr\u003e- Distillers and spirits students\u003cbr\u003e- WSET or hospitality learners\u003cbr\u003e- Craft spirits enthusiasts\u003cbr\u003e- Collectors of alcohol history books\u003cbr\u003e- Readers interested in the global history of distilled spirits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the \u003ci\u003eGlobal Spirits\u003c\/i\u003e series, alongside \u003ci\u003eThe History of Whiskey\u003c\/i\u003e, this volume examines how gin evolved across continents and centuries, shaped by trade, technology, regulation, and cultural exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom medicinal origins to modern craft revival, gin's journey reflects the wider story of distilled spirits: adaptation, refinement, and renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to understand \u003cb\u003ehow gin is made, why it tastes the way it does, and how it became one of the world's most versatile spirits\u003c\/b\u003e, this book belongs on your shelf. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA perfect gift for\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egift for gin lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egin coffee table book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espirits history gift book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 11, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53343098765619,"sku":"9781739164539","price":21.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/Rinu-vAPEK9781739164539.webp?v=1778705633","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/the-history-of-gin-a-global-journey-through-time-tradition-and-taste-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}