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Whiskypedia: A Gazetteer of Scotch Whisky

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Whiskypedia: A Gazetteer of Scotch Whisky
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Charles MacLean
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:416
Dimensions(mm): Height 195,Width 130
Category/GenreCocktails
ISBN/Barcode 9781780275611
ClassificationsDewey:641.252
Audience
General
Edition New Edition
Illustrations Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Birlinn General
Imprint Birlinn Ltd
Publication Date 13 September 2018
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Why does Scotch whisky taste as it does? Where do the flavours come from? How might they have changed over the years? The flavour of Scotch whisky is as much influenced by history, craft and tradition as it is by science. Whiskypedia explores these influences. Introductory sections provide an historical overview, and an explanation of the contribution made by each stage of the production process. Each entry provides a brief account of the distillery's history and curiosities, lists the bottlings which are currently available, details how the whisky is made, and explores the flavour and character of each make. Charles MacLean has spent thirty years researching, writing and lecturing about Scotch whisky. Whiskypedia is the result of deep immersion in its subject. It will guide, entertain and inform novices and experts alike. 'Whisky's finest guru.' - The Sunday Times 'Charles MacLean writes like no other expert on the subject. His prose is informed and highly entertaining.' - Independent

Author Biography

Charles MacLean is the author of nine books on the subject, including the standard work on whisky brands, Scotch Whisky, and the authoritative Malt Whisky, both of which were short-listed for Glenfiddich Awards. His Scotch Whisky: A Liquid History won Wine & Spirits Book of the Year in the 2004 James Beard Awards and Best Drink Book in the World at the Food Media Awards. He is a consultant to the whisky industry, and to Bonhams International Auctioneers, and sits on the judging panel of the International Wine & Spirits Awards.