The Book of Classic American Whiskeys - Softcover

Waymack, Mark H

Softcover

ISBN 10: 081269306X ISBN 13: 9780812693065

Publisher: Open Court, 1999

Synopsis

The Book of Classic American Whiskeys presents a complete guide to all the high-quality whiskeys now available, with descriptions and tasting notes, plus a detailed account of all the important distilleries and the colorful personalities, past and present, who have made such a superb and distinctive contribution to the world of drinks.

This comprehensive guidebook surveys the key part played by whiskey in American history, describes the process by which whiskey is made, explains how to organize a whiskey tasting, and gives selected recipes for cocktails, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.

"I could not put it down. Waymack and Harris have created an eminently readable yet thorough masterpiece. The best ever book on American whiskies". -- Bill Samuels, Jr. President, Maker's Mark Distillery

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Review:

Whiskey enthusiasts receive a comprehensive analysis of the merits of various whiskeys and a review of the role of whiskey in American culture and history. From tasting notes to instructions on making whiskey, this packs in plenty of detail and color. -- Midwest Book Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Open Court
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 081269306X
• ISBN 13: 9780812693065
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 238