Fine Waters: A Connoisseur's Guide to the World's Most Distinctive Bottled Waters

By Michael Mascha

The Epicure's Guide to Bottled Water Not all bottled water is created equal--but how do you differentiate natural, untreated waters from the thousands of processed waters? This illustrated companion... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1594741190
• ISBN13: 9781594741197
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Quirk Books
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.8" x 5.3"

Customer Reviews

It will surprise you

I was intrigued by this book when I heard about it on NPR a few years ago. It did not disappoint. Politics aside, this book is well researched and should be read by those interested in history and culture, as well as a curiosity on why certain waters pleasure our senses. I am not above drinking tap water and don't profess to be a bottled water snob but always wondered why certain bottled waters appealed to me over others.Yes, I've heard the remarks you can't tell the difference in bottled waters. Well after reading this book you will have a knowledge of what to look for in water, and how to select based on personal preference. This book did a wonderful job in rating and describing the waters. It also helped me in selecting wines.

A "Sparkling" Book

Such vitriol from other reviewers! I think this a fun book if you're into bottled waters like me. The best bottled water I ever tasted was Badoit in Paris. One of the finest mineral waters plus rare outside of France. Lots of fun facts, history, minerality, and origin. Makes a nice addition to any cooking or bar book.

Dive into the crystal clear world of H2O!

You may have heard the saying "its just water"..?? Well, Fine Waters: A Connoisseur's Guide to the World's Most Distinctive Bottled Waters will change your views and understanding of the many sources, tastes and characteristics of good old H2O. Just as you select a particular wine to match that perfect meal once you read this book you will be more aware next time you buy a bottle of water. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in matching food and wine! A refreshing read!

Fine Water's Must !

If you have an interest in premium bottled waters, this book is a must. However, it does not inlcude some brands that are also very good. I guess you can't inlcude them all...