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Whisky Bible 2010

Author:  Jim Murray 

Hardcover

The 2010 edition has finally been released and the winner of Scotch whisky of the Year is the Ardbeg Supernova.  Over 360 pages of tasting notes and ratings make "The Bible" the most current, comprehensive and detailed catalog on available whiskies of the world.  Murray comments on thousands of single malts, blended scotches and other grain whiskies in a "must have guide" for the veteran or novice.

Whisky Classified

Author:  David Wishart 

Hardcover

Dr. Wishart, internationally known for his flavor profiles and alternative approach to grouping whisky, graciously shares his techniques for choosing single malts by flavor.  Using 12 dimensions of aroma and taste, he groups 100 scotches in this fascinating guide that also details the history of each distillery and the process of whisky production.

Whisky Dream - Waking a Giant

Author:  Stuart Rivans

Paperback

Author Rivans spins a fascinating tale of travails and triumphs in the revival of not only one but two mothballed Islay distilleries.  Bruichladdich & Port Charlotte rebirths in this decade give testimony to the energy, dedication and stubborness of founders Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin and Jim McEwan.  Through their resourcefulness and persistence these distilleries have literally returned from their graves to put the industry on notice.  Their journey makes for a compelling and highly entertaining saga that reveals as much about the character of Islay natives, as it does about the "dreamers" themselves.

Click here to view an interesting YouTube video about this story.

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Whisky Tales

Author:  Charles Maclean

Hardcover

Stories of smuggling, ghosts and feuds enliven this ambitious history of whisky.  A book that is as informative as entertaining, Author Maclean shares a lifetime of his knowledge of the industry past and present through wonderful anecdotes, quotations and tales.