Market Watch, April 2016

12 MARKET WATCH MARKETWATCHMAG COM APRIL 2016mwTASTES TIPPLESBourbon EmpireBrooklyn based author Reid Mitenbuler delves into Bourbons storied heritage and cultural rebirth in his book Bourbon Empire The Past and Future of Americas Whiskey set to launch in paperback this May From the Whiskey Rebellion of 1764 to Prohibition and beyond the 336 page book 17 chronicles the iconic spirits history detailing Bourbons intersections with American politics economics culture and crime In addition the book tackles the many myths and misconceptions that surround Bourbon and offers readers an unvarnished look at the Bourbon industry and its major players For more informa tion visit Penguin com Bourbon Small Batch Wine Starter KitHome winemaking supply company Master Vintner has extended its Small Batch Wine recipe range with Shiraz Moscato and Pinot Grigio offerings Created for use with Master Vintners popular Small Batch Wine Starter Kit each 1 gallon recipe produces approxi mately five bottles of wine The three new kits 2999 are currently available for purchase online and join Master Vintners existing Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot and Pinot Noir recipes Master Vintners Small Batch Wine Starter Kit is targeted toward novice winemakers and hobbyists For more information visit Mastervintner com Texas Craft Beer ClubBeer aficionados Rob Banzhaf and Marc Atnipp have launched the Texas Craft Beer Club a subscription based beer delivery program Specializing in hard to find craft offerings the club offers members a monthly shipment of a dozen 12 ounce cans of beer The shipment includes two labels apiece from a pair of Texas based brewers Recently featured beers include 903 Brewers Sasquatch Imperial Chocolate milk stout as well as Oak Highlands Brewerys Freaky Deaky tripel A three month Texas Craft Beer Club membership ranges from 150 to 175 while a six month subscription is priced at 300 For more information visit Texascraftbeerclub com mwThe Dead Rabbit Drinks ManualSean Muldoon and Jack McGarry cofounders of acclaimed New York City bar The Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog and Ben Schaffer have penned a new book showcasing the venues collection of award winning cocktail recipes The Dead Rabbit Drinks Manual Secret Recipes and Barroom Tales from Two Belfast Boys Who Conquered the Cocktail World takes its inspiration from the mid 19th centurys Gangs of New York era and features recipes for fizzes cobblers toddies communal punches and more The 288 page hardcover 27 also recounts Muldoons and McGarrys rise to fame detailing their start as bartenders in Belfast Northern Ireland and their successful foray into Manhattans competitive cocktail scene For more information visit Deadrabbitnyc com Sean Maison Routin 1883 Orchid Chocolate Cookie Lemon Concentrate and Lime Juice Cordial SyrupsMaison Routin 1883 unveiled four new gourmet drink syrups Orchid Chocolate Cookie Lemon Concentrate and Lime Juice Cordial in February The first orchid flavored syrup on the market 1883 Orchid is ideal for mixing with gin vodka and vermouth while 1883 Chocolate Cookie is designed to blend well in hot drinks and milkshakes The 1883 Lemon Concentrate is made with pure lemon juice and can add acidity to a Daiquiri or Planters Punch while 1883 Lime Juice Cordial is made with 50 percent lemon juice and 50 percent lime juice ideal for Cosmopolitans Gimlets Mai Tais and Gin Fizzes The four syrups are available in 338 ounce bottles around 799 each For more information visit 1883 com en