Whisky: The Water of Life - Uisge Beatha Hardcover - 2000

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This lavish, richly illustrated book is a fascinating, leisurely journey through the world of whisky, from its history and how and where it is made, to how and where to enjoy the world's best wee dram. Read the histories of the world's most renowned distilleries, about how whisky earned its international reputation and its unique mystique, and how the culture of whisky has developed and played out in politics, crime and the big business of advertising. A complete chronicle of the 'water of life, ' "Whisky" looks at single malts and blends from around the world -- Scotland, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Canada, the United States, and Japan -- and includes: - the history and romance of whisky -- from the early days of distilling to today's giant producers - expert tasting notes on over 60 whiskies - directory of the author's favorite whiskies, including tasting notes - how whisky is made, the importance of water, malt, peat and climate - an around-the-world tour of the world's whiskies - whisky in advertising - tips on how to choose and enjoy whisky - where to buy whisky and pubs in which to enjoy whisky - whisky societies to join and distilleries to visit. A pleasure to read and filled with sidebars, panels and over 240 color photographs and illustrations, this handsome book is a stunning and impressive choice.