Author Biography

Jeff Cioletti's tenure in liquid literacy has exposed him to some of the best libations the world has to offer and given him access to the producers and purveyors of such fine refreshments. He combines his love of drink with a passion for travel and one usually involves the other.He served for fourteen years as an editor at Beverage World magazine, including eight years as editor in chief. He's also the author of the books, "The Drinkable Globe," "The Year of Drinking Adventurously" and "Beer FAQ."Jeff is the founder of DrinkableGlobe.com and host of The Drinkable Globe Podcast. He's a frequent contributor to publications including Artisan Spirit Magazine, Beverage Media, BevNet, Beverage Industry, The Takeout, SevenFifty Daily and CraftBeer.com. Additionally, he's certified as an International Kikisake-shi (sake sommelier) by Sake Service Institute International and the winner of four North American Guild of Beer Writers awards.

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"If you've always harbored a suspicion that there was more to sake than the bottles gathering dust on store shelves or what was served to you at a cut-rate restaurant, you're right. Thankfully Jeff Cioletti is here to explain what goes into this hearty and happily complex drink. From the traditional processes to how you can best enjoy each sip, Cioletti, an internationally recognized drinks authority is here to guide you." —John Holl, author of Drink Beer, Think Beer: Getting to the Bottom of Every Pint
"With SakePedia, Jeff Cioletti distills his deep sake knowledge into a scrutable guide that even newbies will find accessible and upretentious. Referencing geography, agriculture, and history, SakePedia equips readers for their own journey into sake's varied flavors." —Kate Bernot, The Takeout
"Jeff Cioletti does justice to sake's long history in Japan before turning to production methods, tasting notes, and the inside-baseball know-how to keep you in the good graces of the artisanal sake crowd."—Foreword Reviews

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"With SakePedia , Jeff Cioletti distills his deep sake knowledge into a scrutable guide that even newbies will find accessible and upretentious. Referencing geography, agriculture, and history, SakePedia equips readers for their own journey into sake's varied flavors." --Kate Bernot, The Takeout

Author Comments

This is an expert and entertaining guide to sake that even devotees will find themselves returning to time and again. -- Publishers Weekly

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Expert Author: A certified Kikisake-shi - or "sake sommelier," editor at large of Beverage World, contributor to Draft Magazine , founder of Drinakbleglobe.com and winner of two North American Guild of Beer Writer awards, author, Jeff Cioletti is an accomplished beverage expert, and extensively studied the art of sake in Japan where he was able to delve into all things sake. Complete Guide to Sake: The comprehensive guide to drinking sake, from production to palete, and traditional sake drinking culture from past to present, this is the book for sake connoisseurs and sake beginners alike. Popularity of Sake: As Americans branch out from craft breweries and distilleris, demand for artisanal sake is on the rise. Appealing to both beer and wine drinkers, Sake is surprisingly versatile and has taken the global luxury liquor market by storm!

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