The Philosophy of Whisky | Billy Abbot

The Philosophy of Whisky by Billy Abbott is a small but rich whisky book for anyone who wants to understand why whisky fascinates people around the world. In an accessible style, Abbott connects history, culture, production and drinking pleasure.

The book follows whisky from illicit distillation to worldwide export. Along the way, it covers classic whisky countries such as Scotland and Ireland, as well as newer whisky stories from places including Sweden, Japan and Taiwan.

Abbott takes readers to famous and distinctive whisky landmarks, including Karuizawa in Japan and Kavalan in Taiwan. Mackmyra, the first Swedish malt whisky distillery, also fits into the wider story of whisky as an international drinks family.

A key part of the book focuses on whisky’s four basic elements: grain, wood, yeast and time. It then moves into practical guidance on tasting, glassware and cocktails, making The Philosophy of Whisky suitable as an introduction for new whisky lovers.

This is not a heavy technical whisky guide, but a smart, compact and enjoyable introduction to whisky. A fine whisky gift for beginners, curious drinkers and enthusiasts who enjoy a light but informed book alongside their dram.

Book Details
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 112
Author: Billy Abbott
ISBN / barcode: 9780712354554
Weight: 0.28 kg
Subject: whisky history, whisky culture, whisky tasting, cocktails, world whisky, whisky gift