Carlos Batista: 10 books

This is not a recipe book or bartender “how to”. This is a guide to the world of Rum. With so many styles and flavor profiles, there are plentiful samples of rum to choose from. And therein lies the problem. With so many varieties to select from it is often difficult to make a selection at that...

Some could argue that Bartenders make drinks, while “Mixologists” have a fuller understanding of the history of spirits, flavor profiles and how to best serve them. Mixologists create innovation in cocktails and culture, while remembering the past. Regardless of what you call yourself, there is...

This book gives the legal standards of Brandy Cognac & Armagnac, accompanied by their history, production methods, variances of the product, definitions, flavor profiles and how to pair them with various foods or other spirits. Mixologists & Bartenders are not born, they’re made. This book...

The world of Sake is unknown to many. While not all people drink or even know of this traditional Japanese beverage, proper understanding of it and all beverages is needed to be a well-rounded Mixologist. Some could argue that Bartenders serve drinks, while “Mixologists” have a fuller understanding...

Tequila. Much can be stated for this spirit. Shots and thoughts of seaside beach resorts may come to mind. Others may think of a worm floating in a bottle and that tequila is only good in a margarita. This book is aimed at correcting all those misconceptions about this wonderful and versatile beverage....

There a multitude of books on beer. Why choose this one? Easy. We tell you more information about beer than you would want to know. More of a reference guide in production, flavors and service techniques than any other you may find. Here you’ll learn how to tap a keg and even better, how to pair...

This is not a recipe book or bartender “how to”. This is a guide to the world of Gin. With so many styles and flavor profiles, there are plentiful samples of Gin to choose from. And therein lies the problem. With so many varieties to select from it is often difficult to make a selection at that...

The illustrious beverage, Wine. What can be said about this alcohol that hasn't been said before? There are numerous books on the subject. Too many to count... What does this book offer that others don’t? A little bit of everything! We describe the legal standards of wine in Europe and the United...

The world of Sake is unknown to many. While not all people drink or even know of this traditional Japanese beverage, proper understanding of it and all beverages is needed to be a well-rounded Mixologist. Some could argue that Bartenders serve drinks, while “Mixologists” have a fuller understanding...

Some could argue that Bartenders make drinks, while “Mixologists” have a fuller understanding of the history of spirits, flavor profiles and how to best serve them. Mixologists create innovation in cocktails and culture; while remembering the past. Regardless of what you call yourself, there is...