Ten years ago, Whisky Classified revolutionized our appreciation of single malt whisky. David Wishart cut through the confusing jargon often used to describe single malts & replaced it with an objective & easily applied guide to taste using a new flavour profile. Twelve

Dimensions to the aroma & taste of a single malt whisky were identified: body, sweetness, smoky, medicinal, tobacco, honey, spicy, winey, nutty, malty, fruity, floral. Single malt whisky is the fastest expanding sector of the booming whisky market. In this revised & updated anniversary edition, Dr Wishart has included all the new UK & Irish producers of single malt whisky that have emerged in the last 10 years. The author has also updated the taste profiles for each selected malt & reviewed previous entries to ensure that this book remains the definitive guide to tasting malt whisky. Each entry

Includes:: a short description of the distillery, information for visitors, the author`s own tasting notes & his flavour profiles according to this innovative classification. The history of whisky-making & production methods are clearly explained, & Dr Wishart also reveals how to organize a whisky tasting. Whisky Classified is for all whisky drinkers, from the novice to the connoisseur.



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This book on single malt whisky makes an excellent guide for all whisky drinkers, from the novice to the connoisseur. Single malt whisky is the fastest expanding sector of the booming whisky market. Over half of Scotland`s whisky distilleries are open to visitors & visitor numbers reached record numbers of over 1.7 million in 2016. Whisky Classified has revolutionized our appreciation of single malt whisky. David Wishart cuts through the confusing jargon often used to describe single malts & replaces it with an objective & easily applied guide to taste using his easy to understand system of flavour profiles. He identifies twelve

Dimensions to the aroma & taste of a single malt whisky: body, sweetness, smoky, medicinal, tobacco, honey, spicy, winey, nutty, malty, fruity, floral. In this fully revised & updated edition, David Wishart has included all new UK & Irish producers of single malt whisky. The author has also updated the taste profiles for each selected malt to ensure that this book remains the definitive guide to tasting malt whisky. Each entry

Includes:: a short description of the distillery, information for visitors, the author`s own tasting notes & his flavour profiles according to this innovative classification. The history of whisky-making & production methods are clearly explained, & the author also explains how to organize a whisky tasting.



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Its 1943 & the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great & Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world. Morale is at rock bottom. George Campbell needs a wee dram to give him the courage to stand up to is mother & marry Catriona. The priest, the doctor &, of course, the landlord at the inn are all having a very thin time of it. There`s no conversation, no jollity, no fun
- until a shipwreck off the coast brings a piece of extraordinary good fortune -
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It`s 1943 & the war has brought rationing to the Hebridean islands of Great & Little Todday. When food is in short supply, it is bad enough, but when the whisky runs out, it looks like the end of the world. Morale is at rock bottom. George Campbell needs a wee dram to give him the courage to stand up to his mother & marry Catriona. The priest, the doctor &, of course, the landlord at the inn are all having a very thin time of it. There`s no conversation, no jolity, no fun
- until a shipwreck off the coast brings a piece of extraordinary good fortune...
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Islay is the magical island in Scotland`s Southern Hebrides that boasts eight active distilleries, countless world renowned single malts & its own whisky classification, protected by Scots law. This book is a celebration of the whiskies of Islay & of the beautiful island that shaped them. With a population of just over 3, 000, Islay produces some of the finest whiskies in the world. It is perhaps best known for its smoky, phenolic spirits, such as Laphroaig, Lagavulin, & Ardbeg. These have been distilled in rocky coves off Islay`s sheltered east coast for at least 200 years, & probably much longer. But in truth Islay produces a dram for every palette, & its vibrant & expanding whisky industry is a constant source of renewed excellence & taste innovation. ...

All of Scotland's operational whisky distilleries & whisky-related places of interest located on one map. An easy-to-use index lists visitor facilities, contact details & websites. Map of over 100 distilleries & whisky-related places of interest. Insert map of malt whisky areas. A photographic guide to how whisky is made. Top Ten blended whisky brands. Did you know? Section with interesting facts. Index lists visitor facilities, telephone numbers & websites. ...

Discover where Scotland`s national drink is produced. All of Scotland`s operational whisky distilleries & whisky-related places of interest located on one map. Also

Includes:: an easy-to-use index listing visitor facilities, contact details & websites. The map
Includes:: * Over 100 distilleries & whisky-related places of interest. * Insert map of malt whisky areas. * A photographic guide to how whisky is made. * Selection of labels of blended Scotch whisky brands * Did you know? Section with interesting facts. * World maps of main export markets. * Index lists visitor facilities, telephone numbers & websites. Scotch whisky is unique among national drinks
- synonymous with Scotl&, it cannot be produced elsewhere in the world. Other titles in the series: Castles Map of Scotland Tartans Map of Scotland Scotland of Old Clans Map



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Malt whisky distilleries use local waters which have percolated through the ancient rocks of Scotl&, whose origins may lie in a great continental collision, huge granite masses, the earliest fishy seas, great fiery volcanoes or as far away as South America. This book describes the geology of Scotland & Northern Ireland in relation to the important malt whisky producing districts, & offers new insights into the influences on the taste of a good single malt. Fully illustrated throughout by renowned wildlife artist Richard Bell. ...

This is the ultimate guide to the world`s whiskies. From Banffshire to Bangalore, take a look at the expanding world of whisky with ” The Whisky Opus”. Find out all about the major whisky-producing countries & 175 of the world`s best distilleries. Explore every whisky style from single malt to poteen, their history & the fascinating stories behind the distilleries that make them plus learn how to train your palate with the help of 500 evocative tasting notes. Whether new to the wonders of whisky or on the road to becoming a connoisseur, whisky fans will find this book tells them everything they want to know. Elegant, classy & written by 3 renowned whisky writers, make ” The Whisky Opus” your tipple of choice. ...

This beautifully presented Little Book is an excellent introduction to the world of Scotch whiskies. It

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