A completely updated new edition of the classic guide to the whiskeys of the world by the
whiskey expert from Charles Schumann's famed Schumann's bar in Munich. This critically
acclaimed guide to whiskeys of all types is back in print with its comprehensive coverage of
every conceivable whiskey in precise detailed easy to understand yet delightful to read
descriptions. While specially designed for quick and easy reference the book is tastefully
produced and handsome in its own right--the perfect gentleman's gift. Featuring over a thousand
entries this handbook discusses the world's leading and lesser-known whiskeys making it an
ideal source for the aficionado and the budding novice alike. Every traditional type of whiskey
is included: Scotch single malt blends vatted malts single grains and Irish as well as
those from the new world (bourbon rye and Canadian). The book also takes a serious look at
trendy new whiskeys emerging from Japan and continental Europe and explores how unique flavors
are created through variations of ingredients distilling techniques and aging. Organized
alphabetically in the style of a dictionary the volume is rounded out with additional advice
on serving collecting and storage. Every manner and nuance of whiskey is discussed between
the book's elegant covers.
