Mead : The Libations, Legends, and Lore of History's Oldest Drink

Explore the rich history of mead across ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, the age of the Vikings, medieval Europe, Elizabethan England, and the contemporary United States. Learn the secrets of fermentation and create 25 unique varieties of mead, one of the simplest homebrews. Shake up more than 50 cocktails, from updated classics to new favorites crafted by some of today's top bartenders. Sip it straight from a pewter stein, or strain it into something fancy-any way you pour, it's a honey of a drink! Book jacket.