A social history of gin, this guide to the spirit includes everything from its beginnings centuries ago up to its contemporary status as a favored liquor and everything in between. Going through ebbs and flows of popularity over the years, the gin and tonic is what ultimately made gin as well-known and well-liked as it is today. With the advent of smaller craft distilleries, it has attained a new status amongst cocktail lovers of late for the variety of flavors that can be produced through changes in the distillation process and the varieties of juniper used. Complete with recipes and a wealth of information about how this spirit is made, Gin is the perfect gift for the amateur mixologist or the professional barkeep.(This title may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)