The Drink Traveller's Guide: Crete - A Journey Through Wine, Raki, and CultureSun-soaked vineyards tumbling down to the sea. Copper stills glowing in mountain villages. Tables groaning with olives, cheese, and laughter, always finished with one more glass of raki "for the road." Crete is more than an island-it's a feast, a story, and a spirit.In this entertaining guide, Tristan Ainsworth uncorks the island's liquid soul. From the amphorae of the Minoans to the rebirth of world-class Vidiano and the fiery kazani nights where tsikoudia is distilled, this book blends history, travel, and flavour into one irresistible adventure. Along the way, you'll meet the winemakers rescuing ancient grapes from extinction, the monks whose vineyards kept traditions alive, and the distillers whose stills are as much about community as they are about spirit.Part travel companion, part cultural tale, The Drink Traveller's Guide: Crete is your ticket to exploring the island through its glass. Whether you dream of sipping Liatiko in a hillside village, raising a toast at a raki festival, or pairing local wines with grilled lamb by the sea, this book will have you booking a flight before you've finished the last page.Raise your glass, and let Crete pour its history, hospitality, and heart for you.