And a Bottle of Rum, Revised and Updated: A History of the New World in Ten Cocktails
by Wayne Curtis
In this revised edition, Wayne Curtis traces the New World's history through ten cocktails, focusing on rum's pivotal role. From colonial trade routes to revolutionary taverns, these drinks illuminate cultural shifts, social customs, and key events that defined the Americas over centuries.
About This Book
And a Bottle of Rum, Revised and Updated offers a captivating journey through the history of the New World, narrated via ten classic cocktails. Author Wayne Curtis blends storytelling with cultural insights to reveal how these beverages emerged from colonial times to modern eras.
The book examines the evolution of rum, a spirit central to trade, piracy, and social life in the Americas. Each cocktail serves as a window into pivotal historical moments, from exploration to revolution.
With updates reflecting new research and perspectives, this edition provides a fresh take on how drinks influenced societies. It's an engaging read for history enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados alike.
Curtis's narrative style makes complex historical threads accessible, highlighting the intersections of agriculture, economics, and leisure in the New World.
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