Behind the backbar

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Cody Wheat
August 11th, 2024

Happy Sunday, and welcome behind the backbar, where we end the week with a quote regarding wine and spirits. Some quotes and authors are better known than others, but all shed light on the attitudes this liquid inspires.

“The more I thought about it the more I realized, there’s nothing but plants in every bottle behind the bar.”

Amy Stewart

Amy Stewart is best known for her books on horticulture. She’s the author of The Drunken Botanist: The Plants That Create the World's Great Drinks, which explores the herbs, fruits, flowers, and fungi that are used in fermentation and distillation. A great book for anyone interested in learning more about the ingredients behind their favorite brands and cocktails.