Handbook of Whisky: A Complete Guide to the World's Best Malts, Blends and Brands [Hardcover]

Dave Broom (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2000

Meet the men who make the drink treasured around the world - and the bestseling spirit of it all. Fine whiskey, wherever its origin, has always been the product of skilled and dedicated producers, and this in-depth look at the process nprobees the different methods and mixtures used both in the past and today. Follow the liquor'sspread from Europe to America as Scottish and Irish distillers were driven off their land, and brought whiskey into the new world., incorporating local grains. Its popularity led to commercial production and quicker ways of distillation, including the continuous still and now, computer control. One by opne, find out the secrets of single malts, like Glenmorangie, glenlivet, and Glenturret, with their history, character, and differences, and then blended brands from Scotland (Johnnie Walker, Ballantines, Chivas), the US (Wild Turkey, Maker's Mark, Jack Daniels) and Canada (Canadian Club and Seagram VO). A special box provides tasting notes, and there's information on visiting distilleries. So...drink up!

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Hamlyn (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0600598462
• ISBN-13: 978-0600598466
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,432,983 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Nearly As Good As The Spirit, April 10, 2007

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This review is from: Handbook of Whisky: A Complete Guide to the World's Best Malts, Blends and Brands (Hardcover)

Whiskey comes in several different forms: Canadian, Scotch, Bourbon, and Irish. Mr Broom provides the reader with a detailed insight into the processes for producing each style. Whether you're interested in a hearty single malt Scotch or a smooth Canadian blend, you'll find solid information here, along with extensive tasting notes for many brands of each style.