Where once Scotland dominated the world of whisky, that’s no longer the case. England is just one of many countries now challenging Scotland’s historic lead.‘This could well be the definitive guide to English whisky.’ — METROUntil recently, England has been quiet as far as whisky production goes. Gin has been widely produced here for several centuries, especially after the accession of William of Orange and Mary in 1688, ...

The Microbrewing scene has changed beyond recognition since this book was first published in 2007. The number of small independent breweries throughout the UK is now at over 2,000, with more opening every month.This handbook guides you through the practicalities of starting your own microbrewery; from how to brew, through to finding a place of your own.

There can be little more satisfying than taking your first sip of delicious home-brewed beer. In this step-by-step guide, beer and brewing expert Ted Bruning shows how easy it can be to make your own beer, wine and cider with just basic equipment and a few key skills. Made without the unnecessary chemicals and additives added to shop-bought drinks, the beverages featured in this book will appeal to anyone seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle.With guidelines for each step of the...

A guide on the practicalities of starting your own microbrewery; from how to brew right through to finding a place of your own

A unique, comprehensive and colourful guide to over 250 breweries, cider mills, vineyards and distilleries across Britain."Entertaining and thorough. an essential handbook" Charles MacleanRecent years have seen a huge increase in the number of these places all over the country not only operating but also welcoming visitors, from small single-man producers working from home to large, world-famous labels, and from well-established brands to the revival of 200-year-old manufac...

The Microbrewing scene has changed beyond recognition since this book was first published in 2007. The number of small independent breweries throughout the UK is now at over 2,000, with more opening every month.This handbook guides you through the practicalities of starting your own microbrewery; from how to brew, through to finding a place of your own.

Back cover: A dram of fine scotch can transport us to Scotland Highlands or Lowlands, coast or island from anywhere in the world. This fully illustrated book looks at the ingredients and processes, the distilleries, the famous whiskies, and the wealth of colourful tales that make scotch whisky what it is. Inside front: Scotch whisky: words redolent of Highland vistas and wind-blown coasts, carefully guarded family traditions and the living heritage of craft-based distilling. Yet despite th...

Denis Gregory takes us on an unforgettable and hilarious journey through the history of Australia and what it means to be an Australian. Full of quirky observations and little-known facts, this book is a vivid commentary on the life and culture of ' the lucky country'.

There are few spirits that command such dedication, interest and affection as whisky. The purpose of this book is to provide a pathway through the whisky maze, to demystify it and to provide a platform from which a lifetime’s hobby can be launched.Whisky expert Dominic Roskrow explores all aspects of this popular drink, delving into its history, dispelling the myths surrounding it and highlighting individualities of the many varieties that exist.Includes:Origi...

Davin de Kergommeaux takes readers on a journey through the first systematic presentation of Canadian whisky: how it's made, who makes it, why it tastes the way it does, its history, and the rich, centuries-old folklore surrounding it.Join whisky authority Davin de Kergommeaux on a pan-Canadian journey from British Columbia to Nova Scotia, celebrating the diversity of Canada's unique spirit. With his conversational and accessible tutelage, de Kergommeaux offers readers a carefully ...

The history of Guinness, one of the world’s most famous brands, reveals the noble heights and generosity of a great family and an innovative business.It began in Ireland in the mid 1700s. The water in Ireland, indeed throughout Europe, was famously undrinkable, and the gin and whiskey that took its place devastated civil society. It was a disease ridden, starvation-plagued, alcoholic age, and Christians like Arthur Guinness—as well as monks and even evangelical chu...

Revised and updated in 2013, 101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die is a whisky guide with a difference. It is not an awards list. It is not a list of the 101 'best' whiskies in the world in the opinion of a self-appointed whisky guru. It is simply a guide to the 101 whiskies that enthusiasts must seek out and try in order to complete their whisky education. Avoiding the deliberately obscure, the ridiculously limited and the absurdly expensive, whisky expert Ian Buxton recommends an eclectic s...