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Scotch Whisky: The Essential Guide for Single Malt Lovers

(Hardback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

Scotch Whisky: The Essential Guide for Single Malt Lovers

Contributors:

By (Author) Tom Bruce-Gardyne

ISBN:

9781787391499

Publisher:

Headline Publishing Group

Imprint:

Welbeck

Publication Date:

9th August 2018

UK Publication Date:

9th August 2018

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Dewey:

641.25209411

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Hardback

Number of Pages:

192

Dimensions:

Width 132mm, Height 187mm, Spine 17mm

Weight:

359g

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.

Author Bio

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.

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