A History of the World in 6 Glasses

A good book covering the World from a beverage perspective. I would have liked the section on spirits to have included gin and vodka for their profound effects on English and Russian society,also Prohibition,which helped to solidify lawbreaking and organized crime in the U.S.The section on Coca-Cola outlines the health risks early opponents expounded but fails to mention current concerns regarding its high sugar content(the average American gets some 11 pounds of sugar per year from its products)with inherent risks of type 2 diabetes and tooth decay ,perhaps this is a factor in America's dismal life expectancy,51st in world rankings. Mexicans who consume 70% more have just been declared the most obese people on Earth.The final section on water mentions the bottled tap waters Aquafina and Dasani (p.168) but omits to mention they are marketed by Pepsi and Coca-Cola.The author was brave in the final section to record that Israel appropriates 82% of the occupied West Bank's water for its own use,one reason not to expect any movement on the two-state solution.Recommended reading.

Another great take on how something has changed the history of the world,in this case drinks. An excellently researched history of the origins of six of the most important created drinks in the world that reveals a whole series of really interesting facts about them. It also destroyed a good few myths I'd heard, especially about the origins of Coca-Cola. Each drink is a short history in itself so a book that can be easily dipped into if desired. If you have an enquiring mind and an interest in why and how what you are drinking was first produced, I'd greatly recommend this book as a good read.

Very good quick & concise delve into some favourite drinks as they've influenced the development of the world.

Very fascinating book for those who love history and drinking. I have a copy for myself and bought another as a gift for my dad. :)

good

very interesting listen for a long drive

I liked the book for it is witty and well written, rich in interesting anecdotes, and absolutely worthwhile to discuss with an Irish friend.

hic!--very interesting read