“…surely destined to become a classic…. What they have discovered from primary sources should rock the drinks world to its foundations..”—Henry Jeffreys, The Spectator UK (2 Nov 2024)

"Gin’s origins and the reasons for its growing popularity are much more interesting than that, making this concise history as essential to the drink’s story as ice and a slice."—Tony Turnbull, "The 10 best food and drink books of 2024", The Times (London), 29 Nov 2024

"I found this book absolutely fascinating and, after finishing it, have to go and have a great big think."--—Dave Wondrich, drinks historian and Editor in Chief, Oxford Companion to Spirits & Cocktails

"...academic rigour imbued with a spirit of fun. This is a book about gin by two people who've made it their life - who drink it, make it, mix it, love it."--Alice Lascelles, Financial Times drinks columnist

“A great read if you are a gin enthusiast who wants to add depth to your knowledge of this history, or a lover of English culinary and social history looking to shake things up a bit.”—Kitchen Arts and Letters, New York

“Forget everything you think you know about gin and its origins as drinks historians Anistatia Miller and Jared debunk the myths and rewrite its fascinating story. Wise, witty and wonderful in equal parts. Highly recommended.”—The Cocktail Lovers

“While certain chapters are clearly aimed at alcohol buffs – the detailed descriptions of various distillates and the equipment used, for example – the text also offers a broader, revisionist look at gin’s role in London’s social history.”—Niamh Leonard-Bedwell, The Grocer

"Gin history, re-think what you thought was true and then it probably isn't. A Most Noble Water debunks myths, answers heaps of uncertainty and shines a light on underrespected writers. It is an absolute must-read for anyone interested in Gin"--Sean Harrison, Master Distiller, Plymouth Gin

"A fantastic read, full of wit and wisdom in equal measure…I didn’t want it to end."—Pal Gleed, The Gin Guild, UK

"This is a great addition to any drinks geeks book shelf. A wonderful debunking of the many myths surrounding gin but also a fascinating journey into the history of spirits and the British love affair with all things alcohol. I am sure that every time I go back to it I will learn something new and it has definitely reignited my interest in gin. Anistatia and Jared as always challenging our knowledge and understanding of all things drink! Cheers!"--Dawn Davies, Specialty Drinks

“I don’t want to give anything away, but this book consistently surprised me with some amazing reveals….If you have any interest in gin, this is a must read. GSN Rating: A”—Blair Frodelius, Good Spirits News

“Anistatia and Jared have dug deep into the cellars of time and reveal to the reader a whole still full of forgotten and glossed over information on the origins and developments of that intriguing and exciting spirit GIN.”—Charles Maxwell, 10th Generation Gin Distiller and amateur historian

"History is rewritten. This book is sparking new sources of knowledge, inspiration and creativity. From the most expert personalities in our field, we couldn't expect anything less."--Agostino Perrone, Head of Mixology, The Connaught Bar, London