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_nPrism Books,Kadavanthra
041 _aEnglish
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_bMAN/IN
100 _aMagandeep Singh
245 _aINDIAN SPIRIT : Untold Story of Drinking in India
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260 _aUSA
_bPenguin
_c2017/01/01
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500 _aDrinking has been as old as eating and it has been an important part of the Indian culture. The book is a treasure trove for those who have the palate to enjoy their drink and curiosity to know where it came from. Learn about – • What is the right way to order and enjoy your drink? • What are the earliest instances of drinking in India? • How was drinking mentioned in classical Indian literature and its place in our culture? • What were drinks that India gave to the world? Captured in the book are fascinating stories about alcohol, etiquettes of drinking, and tasting notes on different spirits and brews!
505 _aContents Introduction 1.A spirited History 2.The Raj 3.India shines, wines and Dines 4.The Whisk(e)y Connection 5.Spirits : White and Dark 6.A Royal Tryst with wine 7.A Belly for Beer 8.The Desi Alcohols of India 9.Last Words 10.Drinking Etiquette
650 _aAlcohol -- India -- History.
650 _aAlcohol -- India -- History. Alcohol.
650 _aWine and wine making
650 _aIndia
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