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Alcoholica Esoterica by Evan Orensten
Ian Lendler's new book Alcoholica Esoterica: A Collection of Useful and Useless Information As It Relates to the History and Consumption of All Manner of Booze is a new book in the "did you know?" category of miscellaneous and random facts that are essential while stalling client meetings, chatting up the person next to you on the plane, and adding to your already impressive knowledge of all things. Similar to Schott's Food Miscellany, it's an essential addition to the bookshelf.
Around $14 at Amazon
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