Kara Newman 
 
Kara Newman is a wine and spirits writer whose work has appeared in publications including The New York Times, Wine Enthusiast, and Gourmet magazine. A fan of the world's most fiery flavors, Kara has embraced the art of spice and ice, using her knowledge to create truly unique cocktails and infusions. Her cocktail book, "Spice & Ice - 60 tongue-tingling cocktails" debuts in November 2009 from Chronicle Books. Visit her website at www.karanewman.com.