Packed with information, tips, resources, and 300 tasting notes and accompanying producer profiles, The Essential Tequila & Mezcal Companion is a crash course on the fastest-growing spirits category in the United States. Lampert provides insights into the history and production of the spirits, plus guidance on how to stock your bar, organize a tasting with food pairings, and create infused syrups that will complement craft cocktails.

Lampert includes more than 30 cocktail recipes that highlight the complexities and bold flavors of agave spirits. Plus, the book contains transportive photography throughout and a thorough reference section for readers who are thirsty for more.