Art of Blending and Compounding Liqures and Wines

This vintage book contains a detailed treatise on the art of blending and compounding liquors and wines, with full directions for making all the ingredients used in the preparation of whiskeys, brandies, wines, etc. Written in plain language and full of handy tips and invaluable information, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in the production of alcoholic beverages, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector. Contents include: "Whiskey in Bond", "Government Outrage", "Computation of the Tax", "Distillery Values", "Fruit Juices, Flavorings, &c., for Whiskeys", "Prune Juice", "Peach Juice", "St. John's Bread Extract", "Raisin Extract", "Tea Extract", "Bourbon Oil", "Rye Oil", "Cognac Oil", et cetera. Many vintage books like this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality addition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on home-made syrups, vinegars, and liqueurs.