Nothing is more warming than a finger or two of whisky on a cold
winter's night. Perhaps this is why the Scots, with their harsh climate,
have come to produce such exquisite pure malts and blends over the
centuries. Yet there are other traditions of whiskymaking: Ireland, the
United States, Canada, and, more surprisingly, Japan have all produced
fine whiskies. The first book in the Whisky boxed set explores the
history and traditions of whisky, where it originated and how it is made
today. There is a special section devoted to whiskies of the world, and
a practical buyer's guide listing shops and clubs completes the volume.
The second book takes the reader on a taste tour of individual whiskies
from Ireland, Scotland, and North America, the historic distilleries
that make these precious drinks and guiding the amateur to the whisky
most likely to suit his palate. Each whisky is presented via a clear,
easytoread table detailing its qualities, as well as information on the
distillery that made it. The handy presentation of the Whisky boxed set
and the range of interesting facts presented makes this the perfect
gift for anyone who enjoys a wee dram.