1 / 7The Crisp Sommelier: The Ultimate Guide to Crisp and Drink Pairings
Ultimate Pairings: The Crisp Sommelier is Neil Ridley’s guide to matching crisps with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. It offers more than 130 crisps and 80 drinks to explore, with tasting notes, pairing suggestions and a flavour wheel.
At a glance
- Covers wine, beer and cider, spirits and cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Includes tasting notes, pairing profiles and a flavour wheel shaped like a crisp.
- The publisher says the guide covers more than 130 crisps and 80 drinks.
Reference price: £12.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic pairings gives readers several ways to explore snack combinations.
- Tasting notes and a flavour wheel provide a framework for trying pairings and creating a snack spread.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 24 Oct. 2024 |
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 160 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1526679383 |
| Weight listed | 176 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11.2 x 1.8 x 18 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for playful crisps-and-drinks pairing ideas.
- Hosts planning a snack spread with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink options.
- A gift for someone interested in crisps, drinks and tasting notes.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a conventional drinks reference or a recipe-focused cookbook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
78% 78% - 4 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the book’s content and playful pairing concept, with positive comments about its ideas and fun snack combinations. The aggregate ratings also lean strongly towards five-star ratings, though a smaller spread of lower ratings shows that reactions are not uniform. This feedback may suit buyers drawn to the book’s exploratory approach, but it does not establish that every pairing will appeal to every reader.
Positive themes
- Customers report enjoying the content and the snack-pairing concept.
Frequently asked questions
What does The Crisp Sommelier cover?
It explores pairings between crisps and drinks, with sections for wine, beer and cider, spirits and cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.
Does the book include non-alcoholic options?
Yes. The listing describes a non-alcoholic section alongside alcoholic drink categories.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 160 pages.
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