Single malt and scotch whisky book

In our opinion, there is no better value whisky in the world, scotch or otherwise, than lagavulins 16 year old. Our blended scotch guide examines and explains the virtues and pitfalls of the oftmaligned cousin of single malt whiskys. Balvenie adds 19yearold single malt to stories series. A single malt lagavulin may contain whiskies from many barrels produced at the lagavulin distillery, but it will contain only whiskies produced at lagavulin. This compendium, by awardwinning drinksandspirits expert michael jackson, is the definitive guide to single malt scotch and its producers worldwide. Buy single malt and scotch whisky book book online at low. Ireland, japan, america, canada, and other countries produce great single malts as well.

With thanks to davide terziotti for his assistance, and for the use of images from his new book, my name is whisky. The scotch whisky world is steeped in tradition but also constantly changing. Single malts are most famous among scotch whisky, though they can be produced anywhere in the world. Scotch whisky 102 is the extension of this guide that goes beyond the basics to deepen your whisky knowledge. A brief, clear, and interesting introduction to the history and production of single malts. Whisky classified by david wishart is the only book working with a objective system to rate whiskies. Not all offer the bold smoky, peaty taste that scotch is known for and there are five or six regions within scotland that produce different styles, each with unique characteristics. The complete guide to single malt scotch, now a classic reference, was the first book to give single malt scotch the systematic, indepth treatment reserved for wine. Jan 16, 2017 the new single malt whiskey from cider mill press might be your best means of discovering how single malt whisky is being produced around the world, and the efforts underway by distilleries both.

This guide to single malt and scotch whiskey is an essential resource for novices and seasoned experts alike. Search for expressions similar to those youve tried in the past, and let your palate be your guide. According to the swa, single malt whisky is one whisky from one distillery, distilled from 100 percent malted barley. Nonetheless, in 2018, single malt scotch made up nearly 28% of the. In the middle of the 1990s drinking single malt whiskies was popular in whole europe and new. The resulting products are labeled blended scotch whisky, without the word malt. Michael jacksons complete guide to single malt scotch. Complete guide to single malt scotch by michael jackson.

Cover may be personalized with gold leaf embossing up to 3 letters. If the scotch youre drinking is over 80proof, add a splash of water to open up the flavor and release the aroma. Information on each brand includes the varieties strength, aroma, flavor. Another book that was mentioned frequently was michael jacksons complete guide to single malt scotch, which is a classic. The term single malt whiskey refers to a whiskey that is produced by a single distillery using a single malted grain, which is typically barley. A guide to hundreds of brands and varieties book daniel lerner on. Single malt whisky is malt whisky from a single distillery. This seventh edition of michael jacksons complete guide to single malt scotch continues to provide whisky enthusiasts with all the information, advice, and guidance they need to improve their knowledge and appreciation of single malt whisky. A single malt scotch whisky is matured spirit which is the product of a potstill distillation process from an individual scotch whisky distillery and which has been matured in oak casks in controlled conditions in a warehouse in scotland. A guide to the nations favorite spirit, clay risens single malt is an introduction to the long history, fascinating science, and incredible diversity of malted whisky, as well as a practical drinkers guide to buying and enjoying hundreds of the greatest examples of the distillers tradition. If tasting whisky just isnt enough for you, why not read more info.

The new single malt whiskey from cider mill press might be your best means of discovering how single malt whisky is being produced around the world, and the efforts underway by distilleries both. Scotch whisky 101 a beginners guide gentlemans gazette. Shake off those buying habits and search by flavour chances are youll discover some hidden treasures and even a new favourite. Traditional oak which is a funny way of saying exbourbon american oak casks, and exsherry casks. Under the united kingdoms scotch whisky regulations, a single malt scotch whisky must be made exclusively from malted barley although the addition of e150a caramel colouring is allowed. A brief history of scotch whisky today i found out. Buy single malt and scotch whisky book book online at best prices in india on. Previously called a vatted malt or a pure malt it is when the blender takes two or more single malt scotch whiskeys from at least two separate distilleries and blends them together to create one batch of whisky. Ratings and detailed information on scotch and the scotch industry are included. Single malt scotch from the lowland area is a perfect introduction into the world of scotch whisky. Review of aberlour 12 year singlemalt scotch whisky. Penderyn, the only whisky commercially produced in wales, is also a single malt. With maps of essential whisky regions of scotland, profiles of each of the makers, and photographs of the bottles and tasting notes for. Single malt whisky is rare, representing just 5% of all the scotch whisky made in scotland.

The best whisky book ever a must read for drinkers. At last weekends milan whisky festival, where terziotti was launching his new book, my name is whisky, 7,000 visitors are expected, compared to only 600 a decade ago. Mar 29, 2019 a blended malt scotch whisky is made from 2 or more single malt whiskies produced at different distilleries. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. This, a doublecask matured single malt, is basically their answer for the now nearlyubiquitous trend of thinning out your expensive sherried whisky with some notquiteasexpensive exbourbon whisky, as pioneered by the balvenie doublewood line. This book gives some great historical info but a lot of the information on distillers is.

I first learned about michael jackson through his homebrewing books, it wasnt until later that i learned he had such an extensive collection of books about whisky. The worlds bestselling book on malt whisky, now updated to include all the latest significant bottlings. I have heard of this book for a long time as a fan of single malt scotch. Find out the difference between single malt and blended whisky. As with any scotch whisky, a single malt scotch must be distilled in scotland and matured in oak casks in scotland for at least three years. Looking back, i was complaining about price increases back then, too. Whisky bible whisky companion scotch malt whisky books.

The old 12year expression spent 10 years in exbourbon. Alexander fleming, scottish inventor of penicillin, prescribed it as a cure for the common cold. This is the 2014 edition of the malt whisky yearbook, filled to the brim with facts, pictures and articles about the world of malt whisky. It encompasses the southern third of scotland and the whisky is often likened to irish whiskey. This particular book, by dave broom, was recommended by several readers. If your not sure which whisky to get or little worried on spending so much on a single malt whisky you have never tried a book is the ideal buy for you. A musthave for anyone interested in the different flavor aspects. A single malt scotch whisky is nothing more or less than the product of a single distillery.

What is the difference between single malt and blended whisky. Thats why the independent bottlers were known in europe and not only in scotland and could be find in the shops. A blended malt scotch whisky is made from 2 or more singlemalt whiskies produced at different distilleries. Over the next decade i could not have afforded single malt whisky in any. It is the single malt scotch whiskeys that made the country famous and where youll find some of the best whisky in the world.

A single malt, 25 years in the making matured exclusively in oloroso sherry seasoned oak casks for a quarter of a century, the macallan sherry oak 25 years old is a distinguished whisky with an intensely rich profile. Not the product of a single batch or a single barrel, but a single distillery. Beer hunter, whisky chaser in honour of michael jackson. From the 15th century onwards, whisky was heavily taxed in scotland, to the point that most of the spirit was produced illegally.

Lagavulin 16 year old single malt scotch whisky 70cl with gift box. Top 10 whisky education books the spirits business. A blended malt scotch is actually one of the most uncommon types of scotch that can be found today. Apr 03, 2020 to properly taste single malt scotch, pour a 1. Single malt scotch may get all the accolades, but the truth is that the bestselling whiskies coming out of scotland are actually the blends. Best scotch whisky books scotch addictscotch addict. All whisky made in scotland is scotch, and must follow specific production regulations. In 2005, the swa issued a new set of names for five styles of scotch whiskies.

Widely considered the gold standard of scotch, single malt is distilled at a single distillery, in pot stills, from only water and malted barely, without any other cereal grains added. Single malts are typically associated with single malt scotch, though they are also produced in various other countries. Whisky note lack of e or to whiskies again note scottish spelling it means that the whisky comes from a single distillery and is not blended with whisky. He has published several books on the subject including the classics scotch whisky and whiskypedia. The whisky is bottled without chillfiltration at 46% abv. In this article, were going to start at the beginning for those new to whisky. All scotch varieties fall within two broad categories or are blends of these two. Nearly 90% of scotch whisky sold each year is a blended type. Feb 02, 2012 the best whisky book ever a must read for drinkers. To qualify for this category, a whisky must have been distilled at a single distillery using a pot still distillation process and made from a mash of malted barley. Michael jacksons complete guide to single malt scotch, 7th. Single malt scotch is single malt whisky made in scotland.

The first written mention of scotch was found scribed on june 1st, 1495 in volume x on page 487 of the exchequer rolls of scotland where it reads to friar john cor, by order of the king, to make aqua vitae viii bolls of malt. The art of appreciating single malt whiskies is one that is as much magic as anything else. Join our mailing list to receive blog post updates, breaking news, special offers. A good gulp of hot scotch whisky at bedtimeits not very scientific, but it helps.

Quickly find the single malt whisky brand youre looking for with our complete a to z list. Nov, 2017 at last weekends milan whisky festival, where terziotti was launching his new book, my name is whisky, 7,000 visitors are expected, compared to only 600 a decade ago. In the beginning of the 1990s drinking whisky, especially drinking of single malt whiskies, became popular in europe. The scotch whisky industry, perhaps, should take note. Still, single malts better speak to the character of a.

Most of the book is taken up with short tasting notes to products from the major scottish distilleries. Scotch whisky is divided into two distinct categories. Jan 10, 1997 find out the difference between single malt and blended whisky. Aberlour 12 year old single malt scotch whisky, 70 cl double cask matured. Today single malt scotch whiskies are prized by enthusiasts and aficionados the world over for their rarity, age and complexity. Review of aberlour 12 year singlemalt scotch whisky the. Royal lochnagar 12 year old single malt scotch whisky 70cl house baratheon game of thrones limited edition 4. Single malt whisky is associated with the scottish tradition, although there are also irish single malts and others. Bound in rich leather, the 448page tutorial includes maps, photos, and overviews of more than 800 scotch distilleries. These tend to be the smoothest, offering a light floral taste with a gentleness thats very approachable. Rounded up to a 4, not due to real shortcomings in the book, but based on its usefulness primarily for those unfamiliar with singlemalts. From bourbon women to malt scotch production, these are the top 10 whisky education books any spirits boffin should own. X research source many distilleries sell their whisky for use in blends. So, i finally bought a copy and this is like a text book for single malt university.

These are aged for 12 years and then married together in undisclosed proportions before bottling at the legal minimum 40% abv. Here, you will encounter the innumerable distilleries of scotland and learn of both traditional methods of whisky production and regional varieties. It includes more than 200 brands and varieties of scotch and single malt whiskey. Scotch is made from malted read sprouted barley which is then dried, usually by heating with peat hence the varying degrees of smokiness, which is fermented, distilled then aged. This aldi bargain bottle is a prime example of an islay single malt that does what it says on the tin. Quinta ruban is standard glenmorangie malt that is aged around 12 years in exbourbon casks and then finished in ruby port wine casks for 2 further years, for a total age statement of 14 years.

Interestingly, all of aberlours official lineup is now labelled as a double cask whisky with the. For any scotch whisky, whether malt or blended, the age statement on a bottle refers. Single malt scotch whisky blended scotch whisky blended malt scotch whisky grain scotch whisky. The scotch whisky association swa is the trade organization representing the people who distill, blend, and export scotch whisky. This new edition will help you to discover the differences between the lightly earthy, nutty palate of the 10yearold fettercairn. Single malt and scotch whisky by daniel lerner goodreads. Whisky note lack of e or to whiskies again note scottish spelling it means that the whisky comes from a single distillery and is not blended with whisky from. Review of glenmorangie quinta ruban 14 year single malt. Few independent bottlers identify which distilleries produced the whiskies made in their blends, preferring instead to name only the general geographical area.