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Authors: Enrique Martinez Limon, Enrique F. Martinez Limon
Creator: Michael Calderwood
Publisher: Abbeville Press
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

6 reviews
Sales Rank: 276696

Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1st
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 182
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.1
Dimensions (in): 11.3 x 9.8 x 1

ISBN: 0789206218
Dewey Decimal Number: 641.25
UPC: 735738062180
EAN: 9780789206213
ASIN: 0789206218

Publication Date: February 2000
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
An appreciation and celebration of one of the most popular liquors in the world, including ratings of more than 100 brands.

Tequila today is one of the fastest-growing liquors in the world, and the growth is decidedly upscale. An entire tequila culture has developed, not only throughout Mexico but in sophisticated restaurants and bars all over the world, from New York to Los Angeles, London to Tokyo.

Despite this trend, little has been published about tequila and its origins, varieties, and method of productionuntil now. In this delightfully visual book, author Enrique Martnez Limn takes the reader on a fascinating anecdotal journey through the history of tequila, providing complete information about how it is produced and descriptions of its legends, heroes, songs, and artistic manifestations. In addition, there are recipes for tequila-based cocktails and for dishes using tequila, as well as professional ratings of more than a hundred brands. The lively text is enhanced by Michael Calderwood's beautiful photography and the specially commissioned artwork.

155 full-color illustrations

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4 out of 5 stars

Myths, facts and incredible pictures November 6, 2002
10 out of 10 found this review helpful

The book begins with an excellent introduction by Mexican soclal commentary critic at large Carlos Monsivais. His thoughts set the groundwork for a book that is not only beautiful but fascinating. The contributing authors have worked together to produce a table top book that is interesting and a spectacular visual delight. The highlight of this book is the superb photographs by Michael Calderwood ; he shows his love for Mexico through his absolute stunning photography. The book has a sprinkling of information from various areas of interest on the subject of tequila. Beginning with a clarification on the myths surrounding tequila and it's source, the book is lucid, entertaining and informative. Reading this book is like taking a journey, discovering the past , present and future of tequila and the culture surrounding Mexico's national drink. The history discussed is interesting but covered only slightly for nice light reading. Included is the process of extracting the liquid and fermenting this traditional drink that is steeped deep in the culture. Other drinks are discuused for clarification , most notably pulque and mezcal. I found the procees of extracting and making the liquid most interesting. Much of the book is devoted to discussing the top brands, many of which are hard to find but for the dedicated aficionado obtainable. Included are recipes that have made tequila known besides the classic international margarita. In short, there is something to learn by most people in this book. If you are interested in knowing a little something about tequila than get this book. An excellent introduction to the subject that has pictures worth the price of the book. For those that would like to read this book in Spanish there is a version available. So, get this book, sit back, serve yourself some anejo, sip and enjoy the trip through Mexico and the areas that produce tequila.

5 out of 5 stars

An exquisite tribute to tequila and Mexico February 9, 2002
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

Limon's warm, often poetic text is well-complemented by Calderwood's beautiful photography. This coffee-table book presents not just tequila, but Mexico. It is a tribute to the people who make it, to the land where the agave grows, and to tequila's place and role. This is not an in-depth guide like Cutler or Emmons offers, but it embraces the variety and depth of tequila's rich culture in Mexico. It's an enjoyable read and a terrific presentation.

1 out of 5 stars

Not a book I would recommend for tequila aficionados April 27, 2000
12 out of 18 found this review helpful

In my opinion to flashy, they are only taking advantage of the popularity of tequila, you can not even find it in Mexico. I would recommend much more books like "The Book of Tequila" by Mr. Emmons with real facts and tequila information.

5 out of 5 stars

Simply Marvelous April 22, 2000
3 out of 6 found this review helpful

I believe this is the best representation of "the spirit of Mexico" that I have ever had the privlege of reading. The pictures portrayed the content of the text excellently. My brother, James, found page 135 absolutely stimulating! Bridget Galsworthy - you have outdone yourself!

4 out of 5 stars

Spirited Tequila April 21, 2000
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

With luxurious photography, Tequila the Spirit of Mexico cannot go wrong. But there is something schizophrenic about it: so much good background information, but too much minutae that quickly puts such a book out of date. Distillery production in 1999, names, addresses. As a resource book, it is still good: but I would also have liked a stronger hand in its editing: the definition of joven or white/silver contradicts itself in two different areas, and the mention of the Mexican movie industry's influence on the beverage could easily have been consolidated. All in all, I would have preferred a cheaper edition in paperback that I could easily replace when the text soon falls out of date. But the photos are stunning.

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