{"product_id":"smoke-oak-the-shared-legacy-of-bourbon-and-cigars-an-american-story-of-craft-culture-the-science-of-a-perfect-pairing-paperback","title":"Smoke \u0026 Oak: The Shared Legacy of Bourbon and Cigars: An American Story of Craft, Culture \u0026 the Science of a Perfect Pairing - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSebastian Saviano\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the smoky aroma of a perfectly aged bourbon to the rich draw of a hand-rolled cigar, \u003cem\u003eSmoke \u0026amp; Oak\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on an immersive journey through the intertwined history, culture, and craftsmanship of two iconic American indulgences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book unfolds across two parts. \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e traces the evolution of bourbon and cigars from their colonial roots to their 19th-century golden age, through the challenges of Prohibition, the Cuban Embargo, and the industrialization of cigar-making. It highlights how both traditions nearly faded before experiencing powerful renaissances that continue to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Science \u0026amp; Art of Pairing\u003c\/em\u003e delves into why bourbon and cigars make such a remarkable duo. Drawing upon the science of taste, aroma, and sensory experience, \u003cem\u003eSmoke \u0026amp; Oak\u003c\/em\u003e explores how chemical compounds, barrel aging, fermentation, and regional terroir contribute to the perfect pairing.The full-color \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon \u0026amp; Cigar Pairing Wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e provides guidance for selecting, savoring, and pairing bourbon and cigars like a connoisseur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a dedicated aficionado or a curious newcomer, \u003cem\u003eSmoke \u0026amp; Oak\u003c\/em\u003e offers something for everyone. Discover the best bourbons for different cigar profiles, learn the art of retrohaling, and uncover how Kentucky's limestone-filtered water and the fertile soils of Nicaragua, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic leave their imprint on every bottle and every cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than a celebration of bourbon and cigars, \u003cem\u003eSmoke \u0026amp; Oak\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to the enduring relationship between craft, culture, and the science of enjoyment. It invites readers to experience bourbon and cigars not just as luxuries, but as living legacies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 216\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.59 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 28, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43686379716743,"sku":"9798998511769","price":28.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/yoJpyxfDVS9798998511769.webp?v=1766984110","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/smoke-oak-the-shared-legacy-of-bourbon-and-cigars-an-american-story-of-craft-culture-the-science-of-a-perfect-pairing-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}