Malt Wiskey

London: Mitchell Beazley. Very Good/Very Good. 1997. Hard Cover. 4to 1857326830 Dust jacket complete, unclipped in a clear protective sleeve. Brown cloth with bright gilt titling on spine. Large corner cut from ffep. Numerous colour & b/w photographs by Jason Lowe. 176 pages clean and tight. Malt whisky has captured the hearts of spirits drinkers worldwide, especially in recent years, with dedicated followers across Europe, the US and the Far East. This comprehensive guide, written by one of the UK's leading whisky writers, offers all the information any malt lover will need to appreciate this magical spirit to the full. The book is divided into five sections. First the history of malt is explored, from the earliest days of distilling to today's sophisticated marketing-driven approach. Next the author looks in detail at how whisky is made, the role of each ingredient and process, and the effect of variations of these on the final taste of the whisky in the glass. This is followed by a chapter on whisky appreciation, including how to taste and evaluate, the language of tasting and how to serve. The whisky regions are then explored, from the windswept shores of Islay and Orkney to the sheltered green valleys of the Highlands and Lowlands. Why did whisky distilling develop in these regions and what are the stylistic differences between the malts from each? The author reveals all. An indispensable directory of all available malts, with tasting notes, distillery profiles and labels, completes the book-perfect for quick reference or for mulling over when deciding which malt to try next. Malt Whisky is the perfect companion for all whisky lovers. Use it for buying decisions, tasting appreciation or simply for armchair dreaming, dram in hand. .