A to Z of Whisky | Gavin D. Smith | 1997

A to Z of Whisky by Gavin D. Smith is an accessible reference work devoted to the language and terminology of whisky. This edition was published by Neil Wilson Publishing in 1997 and features a foreword by renowned whisky writer Charles MacLean. The work was first published in 1993.

From aftershots to wort, Smith works alphabetically through a wide range of whisky-related words, explaining their definitions, origins and meanings. Production, distillation, maturation, tasting, whisky regions and historical terminology all find a place in this compact reference book.

Familiar expressions such as the angel’s share are included alongside less commonly encountered whisky terms, making the book useful both for newcomers and more experienced enthusiasts looking for a quick reference.

Its alphabetical format makes information easy to find while providing an entertaining insight into the remarkably rich vocabulary that has developed around whisky.

This 1997 edition is now out of print and has since been superseded by a later version, making it an appealing older edition for whisky enthusiasts and book collectors. It fits naturally within our Rare & Vintage Whisky Books collection.

Why buy this book? A practical A-to-Z whisky reference by Gavin D. Smith, with a foreword by Charles MacLean, hundreds of whisky terms and an appealing out-of-print 1997 edition.

Details
Author: Gavin D. Smith
Foreword: Charles MacLean
Publisher: Neil Wilson Publishing
Year: 1997
Originally published: 1993
Format: Paperback
Pages: x + 213
Language: English
ISBN: 9781897784662

Condition: Good condition. Light age- and use-related wear consistent with the age of the book. The contents are clean and complete.