Publisher Description

The Gaelic word for whisky is Uisge beatha, translated literally as 'water of life.' That is as a good a starting place as any to enjoy whisky, as a connoisseur, taster or just an occasional tippler. This beautifully produced volume, The Story of Scotch Whisky goes on an incredible journey around Scotland and back in time too. Written by a Scotsman who considers it a blessing to grow up with Scotch whisky, you will learn about the history of whisky distillation, the famous men whose passion can be found in their special malts, and take tours of the main whisky regions, including the Western Isles, Speyside, Highlands, Lowlands, and Campbeltown, visiting some of the greatest names in the production of Scotch, The Glenlivet, Ardbeg, Glenmorangie, Balvenie, Talisker – other brands (more than 100 of them) are available.

Written with a passion and love for the subject The Story of Scotch Whisky is complemented by stunning photographs, maps and artworks. It make this superb book a unique insight into Scotch whisky, one of the world's most loved drinks.

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This pocket-sized visual companion to the daunting but rewarding world of Scotch whiskies informs the reader regarding the history, culture and manufacturing processes behind the complex tipple as well as casting focus on to specific distilleries.

Author Biography

Tom Bruce-Gardyne, a Scotsman from Edinburgh, is a journalist and author who has enjoyed a love affair with his native city and scotch whisky. He is a regular columnist for the Herald & Times newspaper group in Edinburgh and his books include The Scotch Whisky Book and The Deuchars Guide to Edinburgh Pubs. He has also written Souvenir Guides on Scotch Whisky and The Royal Mile.

Table of Contents

How Whisky is Made • The History of Scotch Whisky • On the Whisky Trail: Islay; Western Isles; Speyside; Campbeltown; The Lowlands • Whisky Culture and Traditions.

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A pocket-sized visual guide to everything that is good about Scotch whisky – from the distilling process to drinking – written by an author who is a Master of the Quaich and whose love and knowledge of the subject shines though.

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A pocket-sized visual guide to everything that is good about Scotch whisky - from the distilling process to drinking - written by an author who is a Master of the Quaich and whose love and knowledge of the subject shines though.

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