Join Tristan Stephenson, whisky connoisseur and bestselling author of The Curious Bartender on a captivating tour of the most extraordinary distilleries and the finest whiskies the world has to offer. Tristan explores the origins of whisky, from the Chinese distillation pioneers to the dubiously medicinal aqua vitae of Middle Ages, through to the most exciting drink in the world right now.
Discover the magic of malting, the science of flavour and the alchemy of the barrelageing process. Explore the quirks, unique techniques and secrets of the whisky makers. And after that, make the most of Tristan's cutting-edge mixology skills with a selection of spectacular blends and whisky-based cocktails. This fascinating, comprehensive book is sure to appeal to whisky aficionados and novices alike.
