The Complete Whiskey Course (Hardcover)

Robin Robinson

ISBN 10: 1454921226 / ISBN 13: 9781454921226

Published by Union Square & Co., New York, 2019

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Hardcover. *Winner of the 2020 Gourmand Award for Spirits Education**Nominated for the 2020 Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Award in the Best New Book Drinks Culture, History or Spirits*There's never been a better time to drink whiskey, but where to start? In the short, informative introduction, whiskey expert Robin Robinson demystifies the water of life. He clearly explains:Its history and the regions where it's made bestThe basics of making it different types and stylesThe importance of aging and finishingInstructions on how to nose and taste whiskeyThen, in a series of basic classes, The Complete Whiskey Course will take you from novice to global connoisseur, with lessons on American whiskey (including bourbon, Tennessee whiskey, and rye), Canadian, Irish, and Japanese whiskies, as well as scotch, and other notable producers around the world.Each class recommends key, easy-to-find bottles, analyses of aromatics and tastes: sample tasting placemats; and best-of-the-best lists in the bargain, value, special occasion, and splurge price categories.This thoroughly up-to-date, all-inclusive guide also gives helpful recommendations on how to lead your own tasting, a glossary of select terms, food pairings, tips on starting a whiskey collection, and more. This is the definitive book on understanding and appreciating the world of whiskey. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Complete Whiskey Course (Hardcover)
• Publisher: Union Square & Co., New York
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1454921226
• ISBN 13: 9781454921226
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

A must-read for aspiring connoisseurs, and a thorough refresher for seasoned whisky lovers.”—Whiskey Advocate

Winner of the Gourmand Award in the Drink Education category (US).

The definitive book on understanding and appreciating the exploding world of whiskey.
 
Renowned whiskey educator Robin Robinson demystifies the “water of life” in a definitive, heavily illustrated tome designed to take readers on a global tour of the ever-expanding world of whiskey. Across ten robust “classes,” Robinson explains whiskey history, how it defined the way whiskey is made in different countries and regions, the myriad styles, how aging and finishing works, and the basics of “nosing” and tasting whiskey. In chapters dedicated to American whiskey (including bourbon, Tennessee whiskey, and rye), American Craft whiskey, Scotch, Irish, Canadian, Japanese, and world whiskies, Robinson presents the best offerings from new and historic producers, how to choose among them, and how to build a collection of your own. Each “class” is a journey into a country’s whiskies and makers, including recommended bottles and styles, as well as insider information on how distilleries make their unique offerings. Each chapter includes themed tastings organized by bargain, value, special occasion, and splurge price categories. This thoroughly up-to-date and wide-ranging guide also offers helpful recommendations on how to lead your own tasting, a glossary of terms, food pairings, and tips on everything from glassware to whiskey festivals and how to read a label.

About the Author

Robin Robinson is a renowned whiskey educator who created the popular Whiskey Smackdown series at the Astor Center in New York City. He has taught at the Culinary Institute of America and the Institute for Culinary Education, and given lectures and seminars at the American Distilling Institute, Bar Institute, and Tales of the Cocktail, among others. He has been featured in the pages of AlcoholProfessor.com, Chicago Sun Times, Playboy.com, VinePair.com, WhiskeyWash.com, and other publications. Whisky magazine awarded him a 2014 Icon of Whisky Award, their highest commendation for brand ambassadors. He lives in NJ.