If you've ever wondered what liquor to drink with your bestseller, you'll be happy to know that Ryan Gielen compiled a list of what booze go with what bestseller. What really stood out for me was that The Steve Jobs bio book goes well with a drink called "The Evil Genius" which incorporates five liquors -- now there's a book with "buzz." As well, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo bestseller drink is called The Swedish Fish which is a mix of vodka and curacao liqueur and a splash of Sprite. I usually drink hot chocolate when I read, but after reading this, I think I'll be more adventurous the next time I pick up my next bestseller.
Literacy is important in any society; if you like to drink a little cocktail while reading, then why not?
What's Driving This Trend
- Alcohol-book Pairings
- Discovering the perfect alcoholic beverage to enjoy with different genres of books.
- Personalized Reading Experiences
- Customizing reading experiences by pairing specific drinks with different books.
- Book-related Cocktails
- Creating cocktails inspired by popular books to enhance the reading experience.
Who This Affects Most
- Alcohol and Beverage
- Opportunity for alcohol companies to collaborate with bookstores or publishers to create book-inspired cocktail recipes.
- Publishing
- Opportunity for publishers to create book and beverage bundles or collaborate with alcohol brands for cross-promotion.
- Hospitality and Entertainment
- Opportunity for bars, lounges, and book clubs to offer book-themed cocktail menus to enhance the reading experience for their customers.
