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A Field Guide to Whisky is a one-stop guide for all the information a whisky enthusiast needs. With the whisky market booming all over the world, now is a perfect time for a comprehensive guide to this popular brown spirit. What are the basic ingredients in all whiskies? How does it get its flavour? Which big-name brands truly deserve their reputation? What are the current whisky trends around the world? And who was Jack Daniel, anyway? This abundance of information is distilled(!) into 324 short entries covering basic whisky literacy, production methods, consumption tips, trends, trivia, geographical maps and lists of distilleries, whisky trails, bars, hotels, and festivals by an industry insider. Boasting 230 colour photographs and a beautiful package to boot, A Field Guide to Whisky will make a whisky expert out of anyone.

Blended Scotch is the foundation of the Scottish whisky tradition, accounting for around 85 per cent of total whisky sales worldwide. No longer regarded as the poor relation of the single malt malt, it is increasingly held in high regard by connoisseurs. Yet, despite this, relatively little has been written about it – until now.This is the essential companion to blended Scotch, and is packed with stories and anecdotes, practical information and hundreds of colour photographs. It explores many key aspects – history, the theory and practice of blending, a guide to its assessment and appreciation and classic whisky cocktails. It also features an A-Z of many of Scotland’s best-known brands and blending houses, from Bell’s to Johnnie Walker.